According to Andrew Hough, “Researchers found almost two in three families wanted to emigrate overseas because of the poor weather, rude locals and a celebrity-obsessed culture...

Families say they also want to escape the economic downturn, expensive housing and the “loss of community spirit and neighbourliness” in British society.”

Some reasons for why many wants to leave are bad weather, standard and cost of living. More people are looking for cheaper housing and more affordable lifestyle.

 “The comparative prosperity of our nation and children is fundamental to our sense of 'Britishness'," said Prof Paul Ward, co-director of theuniversity's Academy of British and Irish Studies and the report’s author. “But losing this position in the world's economy is prompting many Brits to reconsider where they live."

"Many are choosing places founded by British settlers which retain core British values, or values similar to them, but are more affluent and in a better position to invest in economic drivers for the future such as health, education and transport."

He added: "Many of the families we speak to, tell us they want to live in a community that embodies old-fashioned British values while enjoying a warmer climate and better work-life balance."

Today, Matt Johnson, the SA deputy Agent General, informedThe Daily Telegraph that a surplus of 800 people attended the roadshows last month, with around the same number turned away.

“Our study provides an interesting insight into the aspirations of British people," he said.

"Interest is very strong and bear in mind also that we now pre-screen all attendees to ensure we're speaking with the right demographic – age, skills, language and experience-wise.

"The reality is, you can't buy the sun. Brits continue to be really interested in Australia."