In response to the sustained and continued increase in the usage of the UK's canals and rivers, including by people wishing to live afloat, the Residential Boat Owners Association (RBOA) and British Waterways (BW) are inviting current and prospective residential boaters to complete a survey to provide information on the demand for living afloat and their preferences for different types of residential moorings.

Results from this research will identify waterways and regions in highest demand for residential moorings plus preferences for locations in rural or urban areas. We want to use the results to encourage developers, marina operators and planning authorities to provide more residential moorings.

The research is completely anonymous. The survey is hosted by an independent market research agency. Email addresses of those taking part will not be disclosed to RBOA or British Waterways.

Please click here to complete the survey.