Writing in the publication's awards issue, critic Rueben Parry said of the record: "Out There... offers soulful and jagged-edged lyricism at its very best. This is an album overflowing with insight - Eleanor’s wry observations in these beautifully crafted, intelligent and mature songs not only communicates those millpond ripples in our lives, but also takes moments of pure anguish, intense pain and intimacy and offers more than a glimmer of hope where none is readily apparent. She delivers music that combines permanence and pertinence in equal measure. For her relevance, and a deep-rooted understanding of the perverse, contrary and unpredictable human condition, Out There takes top spot this year."