Meghan Markle and Prince Harry’s decision to spend an extended period in the UK is being met with a mixed reaction in Montecito, California, where the couple have lived for more than six years. While some neighbours were reportedly surprised by the news, others appear relieved that the Sussexes could soon spend less time in the exclusive community.The couple are expected to move to a private, non-royal residence outside London this fall, with their children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet, reportedly enrolled at British schools from September, according to an AP report.ALSO READ: Google is giving US college students $240 worth of Gemini AI Pro for free for a year, with powerful new AI study features. Here's how you can avail itMeghan Markle and Prince Harry’s California neighbours reactAccording to Page Six, one local sentiment was particularly blunt: “The town is exhausted by them, the entitlement, and the never-ending drama." Another comment reflected concerns that existed when the couple first moved to the area.“When we first heard Harry and Meghan were moving to Montecito, there were definitely some concerns. There had already been so much negative press and attention surrounding them and the royal family, and I think people are worried about what kind of spotlight that could bring to such a quiet community.”ALSO READ: Jeff Bezos’ ex-wife MacKenzie Scott, who sold half of her Amazon stake, helped erase $40 billion in medical debt with $100 million in donationsThe Duke and Duchess of Sussex moved to Montecito after stepping back from royal duties and relocating to California in 2020. Their arrival brought significant media attention to the normally quiet community. Now, as reports emerge that the family plans to spend an extended period in Britain, some Montecito residents appear ready for a quieter chapter.Montecito residents hope life becomes quieterFor years, Meghan Markle and Prince Harry have remained among the most closely watched celebrity residents in the California enclave. Their interviews, Netflix projects, Harry's memoir Spare and continuing disputes with the royal family have kept them at the centre of public attention.ALSO READ: Europe’s youngest self-made billionaire: James Dacombe dropped out of high school at 17 to build his startup and now his wealth has crossed the $1 billion mark at 25One neighbour reportedly summed up the mood by saying, “Montecito is a very private, peaceful place, and I think a lot of people here will be happy to see things go back to being a little quieter.”The reported move, however, does not mean the Sussexes are permanently leaving California. According to the Associated Press, the family plans to retain their Montecito home as well as their vacation property in Portugal.Why are Harry and Meghan returning to the UK?Harry and Meghan's return comes as Prince Harry has recently spoken openly about wanting reconciliation with his family. Harry has also been spending more time in Britain through charity work and recently visited the UK, where Meghan and the children joined him for part of the trip.ALSO READ: In 1776, a 17-year-old Connecticut teenager secretly spied on the British during the American Revolution, escaped execution and survived where Nathan Hale failedThe couple's children are expected to begin classes at British schools in September. The family will reportedly live away from the royal residences and will not return as working members of the monarchy.Harry is also expected to continue his work with UK-based charities, while Meghan will continue running her As Ever business from Britain. When asked about the reports during an event in Washington, Harry kept his response brief, saying, “Nothing to say.”The Sussexes’ complicated relationship with the royal familyThe move comes more than six years after Harry and Meghan stepped away from royal duties and began building a new life in the United States. Their relationship with the royal family has remained strained, with Harry's public comments, Spare and the couple's interviews adding to tensions.However, Harry has recently indicated that he wants to put some of the conflict behind him. “I would love reconciliation with my family. There’s no point in continuing to fight anymore,” Harry told the BBC. “I don’t know how much longer my father has.”With Archie and Lilibet now expected to attend school in Britain, the Sussexes' UK return could mark a significant new chapter for the family — while their California home remains part of their lives.