A guide to living in Lancashire

Lancashire is a county in the northwest of England, with a population of just over one million. It has been an economically important area since ancient times and was home to many major industries including cotton mills. In more recent years, Lancashire has developed into a tourist destination thanks to its natural beauty and culture. If you're looking for a place to live in the UK, then Lancashire might be just what you need. This guide will take a look at the county and outline some of its best features

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Best places to live in Lancashire

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Moorfield Park, FY6

By Jones Homes

4.5

4.50

(10 reviews)

Moorfield Park offers a range of 2, 3, 4 & 5 bedroom homes, built with modern living in mind and to traditionally high standards. The picturesque market town of Poulton-le-Fylde has much to offer with cafes, boutiques and a monthly farmers market.

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Ranked 1st out of 26 in Lancashire

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Simple Life at Brookfield Vale, BB2

By Simple Life Homes

4.45

(11 reviews)

Located in Blackburn, Brookfield Vale is situated on top of the largest hills in the area, offering desirable views of the Pennines and a good mix of urban & rural living.

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Ranked 2nd out of 26 in Lancashire

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Woodlark Chase, FY5

By Lovell Homes

4.39

(12 reviews)

Woodlark Chase is a collection of 2, 3 and 4 bedroom homes in Thornton Cleveleys. As well as being in a friendly neighbourhood, it is a 10 minute drive from Blackpool Pleasure Beach.

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Ranked 3rd out of 26 in Lancashire

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Waterside, PR4

By Story Homes

4.37

(26 reviews)

Waterside is a collection of 2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes. The kitchens are fitted with fully integrated AEG appliances along with many other features. Situated on the outskirts of Preston, Waterside offers rural living whilst only being three miles from the centre of Preston.

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Ranked 4th out of 26 in Lancashire

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Simple Life at Queen Victoria Place, BB2

By Simple Life Homes

4.33

(13 reviews)

Located just outside of Blackburn, Queen Victoria Place has something to offer everyone. Also, this well-connected new development benefits from excellent transport links, good schools and multiple nearby shopping outlets. This includes Blackburn's largest retail park "The Mall" only 1 mile away.

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Ethan d (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Woodnook, BB5

Sept 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

The kitchen is a standout feature

Ethan d (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Woodnook, BB5

Sept 2025

The kitchen is a standout feature, fitted with sleek units, modern worktops, and integrated appliances, making it both practical and visually appealing. It’s perfectly designed for cooking and entertaining, with enough space for a small dining area. Upstairs, you’ll find two well-proportioned bedrooms. The main bedroom feels airy and inviting, while the second makes a great guest room, office, or nursery. The bathroom has also been fully updated, complete with a stylish suite and modern tiling, providing a fresh and relaxing space.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Very friendly neighbours nice area close to shops and local things to do plenty of gyms and parks locallyin

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Yes a couple of issues both of which were sorted with no issues

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

There isn’t much to be honest I’m quite happy with it

Manager response

Hi Ethan, Thank you for your kind words. We’re so pleased to hear that you’re enjoying your home, especially the kitchen, it’s great that it’s both practical and stylish for cooking and entertaining. We’re also glad the bedrooms and bathroom have been working well for you and that the space feels comfortable and inviting. It’s lovely to hear that you’ve found the neighbourhood friendly, with plenty of local shops, gyms, and parks nearby. It's fab to know that any issues you raised were resolved smoothly and without hassle. Thank you for recommending us, it means a lot to know you’re happy in your home at Woodnook and feel supported by Dean and our team. Best wishes,

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Sept 2025

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O (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Woodnook, BB5

Sept 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.

Good development

O (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Woodnook, BB5

Sept 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Have lived in this area for a few months now and have really enjoyed the house itself. Modern design and great facilities, have really made our house into a home. Parking availability can be a pain after 5pm clock in a two car household who both work full time. Shared back alley and neighbouring houses let the area down, with bin bags piled up.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Maintenance issues have been resolved quickly and with good communication.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Wish we would have known more about neighbours not looking after their gardens, and parking.

Manager response

Hi O, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience at Woodnook! We’re really pleased to hear you’ve enjoyed your home, the modern design, and the facilities, it’s great that you’ve been able to make it feel like your own. We’re also glad that Dean and our team has been responsive and resolved maintenance issues quickly. We appreciate your feedback on parking and shared spaces. While some aspects are outside our direct control, it’s helpful to hear, and we’ll continue to look for ways to support residents and keep the area pleasant for everyone. Thank you again for recommending the development, it's brill to know it’s been a positive first home for you! Best wishes,

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Sept 2025

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Amy (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Woodnook, BB5

Sept 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.

Works well as a starting home

Amy (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Woodnook, BB5

Sept 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Good connections to all motorways, brilliant corner shop. Parking can be difficult at times. Not much traffic

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Fast response to issues raised. Quick to come out and resolve problems

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

You get what you see, no hidden catches, back ally can be hard to access

Manager response

Hi Amy, Thank you for sharing your lovely review. We’re really pleased to hear the house has been a good starting home for you, with the space and essentials you need. It’s great that the location, motorway links, and nearby shop have worked well too. It's great that the team has been able to respond quickly when you’ve needed support , that’s always something we aim for. We also appreciate your feedback about the self-locking doors and parking, as it helps us understand where things could be improved for residents. Thanks again for recommending us! We’re glad to have you as part of the Woodnook community. Best,

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Sept 2025

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Rebecca (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Woodnook, BB5

Sept 2025

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This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Excellent experience from day one!! Surpassed expectations, would recommend

Rebecca (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Woodnook, BB5

Sept 2025

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

GOOD: close to local amenities e.g. parks, GPs, leisure centres, gyms, shops, supermarkets BAD: no assigned parking for home on street and when full, have to park a bit of a distance away. Also, Unfortunately, recently we have spotted dog droppings on our street.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Speedily and appropriately. They have resolved any issues we’ve had. We’re very happy

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Good: Location has a real community feel to it and is good for families. What’s more it’s close to a lot of natural spaces such as farms, reservoirs and peaks

Manager response

Hi Rebecca, Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled to hear that your experience from day one has surpassed expectations and that you’ve found your home spacious and comfortable. It’s also great to hear that Dean has been friendly and responsive whenever you’ve needed support. We’re glad you’ve enjoyed the local amenities and the community feel of the area, as well as the nearby natural spaces. We also appreciate your honest feedback about parking and keeping the streets clear, it’s really helpful for us to know. Thank you again for recommending us. We’re delighted that you’re happy in your home and feel part of the Woodnook community! Best,

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Sept 2025

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Mrs Melissa Dickson (Tenant)

Lloyds Living at Keld, BB9

Jul 2025

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This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

The house truly is a dream

Mrs Melissa Dickson (Tenant)

Lloyds Living at Keld, BB9

Jul 2025

The property is a comfy yet humble abode, it is simple yet exuding style, the bedroom capacity is spacious and the living room is open planned and the large windows allow natural sun light to flood the exterior. The kitchen design is remarkable and I am extremely impressed with the amount of storage and space with having a big family this is very much needed for us. The exterior is painted with a fresh white colour all throughout the house. Furthermore, the bathrooms are very modern and are complimented with white marble tiles which gives a very fresh clean look, there is a large bath tub with a shower and a sink, finished off with a mirrored cabinet, there us also an on suit bathroom in the master bedroom, extremely sufficient for our large family as shower time is very time consuming, lastly the garden is perfect, it is complete with decking and has alot of space for family gatherings, the house embodies comfort, beauty and a sense of home.Us as a family are beyond grateful for everything lloyds living have done for us, it truly is the home we have dreamed of for such a time, not only do we have the space we have needed but we now have a home we can feel comfortable in and stability there in regards to maintenence to the property, the house truly is a dream

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

I originally moved from nelson, however, I have been looking for a bigger property for some time and really wanted to move to barrowford as it is a lovely little town and my children go to barrowford school, so it is proximate to amenities, we have a local, butchers, a range of salons, a super markets and some lovely bistros/bars and cafes aswell as a park for the children

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Yes within the first day I called about my dishwasher, the maintenance team was out within 1 day of reporting the issue

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

The letting agents were extremely polite and ethical and explained every detail thoroughly

Manager response

Thank you so much for your review. We’re truly delighted to hear how much you and your family are enjoying your new home in Barrowford. It’s great to know that the space, design, and features of the property have met your needs so well—especially with a large family where comfort and functionality are essential. We’re thrilled that the kitchen and bathrooms have impressed you, and that the natural light and open-plan living areas contribute to the sense of warmth and style you described. Your comments about the garden and its suitability for family gatherings are especially appreciated—it’s wonderful to know the outdoor space is being enjoyed to its fullest. We also want to thank you for your kind words about our team, and it’s great to hear of the positive experience you have had with our letting agents and maintenance team . We’re glad we could resolve the dishwasher issue promptly and that you feel supported in your new home. Thank you again for your generous review and recommendation. We’re committed to maintaining the high standards you’ve come to expect and ensuring your home continues to be a place of comfort, beauty, and stability.

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Aug 2025

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