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Living in Preston: Property Area Guide

Lancashire, North West · Population 141,000

House Prices in Preston

£175,000

Average

£300,000

Detached

£185,000

Semi-Detached

£130,000

Terraced

£95,000

Flat

Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.

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About Preston

Preston offers very affordable city living with university vibrancy. UCLan is one of the UK's largest universities. The city has excellent transport links as a West Coast Main Line stop. Major regeneration is ongoing.

Lifestyle & Things to Do

Preston is Lancashire's county town and only city. The Harris Museum and Art Gallery is a Grade I listed building. Avenham and Miller Parks along the River Ribble are beautiful. The Guild Wheel cycling route circles the city. Preston North End FC is the oldest league club in the world.

Transport & Commuting

Preston is a major West Coast Main Line stop with trains to London Euston in about 2 hours. The M6, M55 (to Blackpool), and M65 (to Burnley) converge here. The city is a transport hub.

Train to London

125m to London Euston

Nearest Motorway

M6, M55, M65

Schools & Education

Top Schools

  • Broughton High School
  • Our Lady's Catholic High School
  • Fulwood Academy

Universities

  • University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)

Healthcare

Royal Preston Hospital

Best Areas to Live in Preston

Fulwood

Ashton-on-Ribble

Penwortham

Property Buying Tips for Preston

Fulwood is the premium suburb. Ashton-on-Ribble has character. Penwortham across the river offers family homes. Ingol is affordable. Grimsargh is a sought-after village.

Local Authority

Council

Preston City Council

Council Tax

£1,720 (Band D)

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