After quitting their royal roles and the UK, Prince Harry and Meghan Markle headed to California and set up home in the exclusive town of Montecito – and those who live close to them have revealed what it’s like having them as neighbours

Prince Harry and Meghan Markle’s life in California is worlds away from that of their previous in the UK.

After dramatically quitting their royal roles four years ago, they’ve since set up home in the exclusive celebrity enclave of Montecito living in a huge nine-bedroom mansion complete with a swimming pool.

It is a marked change from their old UK pad of Frogmore Cottage, nestled in the Windsor estate, meaning their neighbours would have been their royal relatives. But in Montecito, they have a range of people living close by. And some of those living in the upmarket town have revealed what it’s really like having the couple live there – and admit they barely see them, especially Harry.

According to The Telegraph, Harry is only seen walking on the beach, riding his bike or occasionally heading out to dinner – accompanied by his security. Meghan too reportedly keeps a low profile, although is seen more often enjoying lunch with friends or shopping at a local market. And according to Richard Mineards, society columnist who lives close to the Sussexes, some living nearby are disappointed the couple are not seen out more.

He told the publication: ”The community is waiting for them.” He added: “They’re gnashing at the bit. The cachet of a Duke and Duchess. They live rather splendidly, it couldn’t be a nicer place. We have got a lot of very rich and very famous people here, and none of them have a security retinue like the Sussexes.”