I think part of that is because she's from England though. Most people I know who come from small countries like England would consider a 2.5 - 3 hour drive incredibly long even to visit family. So it doesn't surprise me that with Alfie's family close by and a strained relationship with some of her relatives, she in particular would prioritize Alfie's family. I think Alfie probably has also has made it very clear that he prefers to see his family more as well. I think with their relationship dynamic that would make a big difference to her as well.
I hope Zoe gives up her Lotty inspired style to become a Diane clone next. Can you imagine if she showed up with long red hair and cute clothes again, maybe got interested in some sort of dance class or something?
It's a bit of a drive for Mark and Joe to visit Zoe as well, not quite 2-3 hours but still and they visit her way more than she visits them.
I get maybe it's a bit unfair for us to just Zoe's relationship with her family but she used to be close with them at one point. Zoe used to do a lot more things even a few years ago compared to now. She's declined over time both physically and mentally due to her own making. I think buying a house was one of the worst things she's done for herself because it allows her to stay holed up as long as possible. We saw how little she did in NY as well but that was considered a lot for Zoe.
It's possible Zoe does have a strained relationship to an extent but a large portion is just she doesn't want to try. If it was truly that strained then she wouldn't have visited her grandparents this year as well, or go see Joe in Waitress again when her mum and aunt were visiting London. Or have her mum stay over when Alfie is away. Her dad is not present in her vlogs at all (I also get he doesn't like to be filmed) but I feel that relationship is much more strained than with her mum and her mum's side of the family. Also, considering her grandfather's health is not good, you would think maybe be the bigger person and bury that hatchet and make nice before it's too late.
I honestly think Zoe just goes with what Alfie wants. Alfie prefers his own family (fair enough). But seeing how Dianne gets along with Zoe and Joe's mum and her mum's side of the family and Alfie is just awkward as ever after all this time... It's very telling. Zoe jumping on the streetwear bandwagon shows you how much influence Alfie has over her decisions.
I wish Zoe started dressing like Dianne. She would need to get rid of the cankles first with a better diet.