Well, I've now moved to the Isle of Wight permanently.
Had a look at 'users near me' - one has done 4 edits, ever, between all of those listed. No help there then I guess...
As the IOW is mostly mapped, I should be able to concentrate on completing stuff - footpaths, shops / attractions / POI's need doing. I bought a bicycle, not just for OSM obviously but it will help.