INVEST IN PRESTON
PROUDLY NORTHERN. QUIETLY THRIVING.
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Rental Yields up to 7.1%
in PR1 Postcode district
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£2.3B+ in Regeneration projects
including the Harris Quarter Renewal, Preston Station Quarter, UCLan and several other strategic projects
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Over 30,000 Students
Hosting 3 universities and a graduate retention rate of 66.8% (ONS)
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High Tenant Demand
Preston's rental market boasts a robust 6-8% average gross yield for landlords in 2025, fueled by surging demand and affordability.
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Business Scene
Preston has 5,830 enterprises, strong in aerospace, manufacturing, retail, healthcare, and education, with robust employment and events like the Lancashire Business Expo.
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£185,000 Average House Price
as of October 2025, according to the ONS. This affordability is coupled with market-leading growth projections from JLL.
THE LOCATION
Lancashire - Preston balances accessibility and lifestyle perfectly. Between Manchester and Liverpool, it offers fast West Coast Main Line links to London, Birmingham, and major cities. As demand surges nearby, Preston provides affordable renting/buying with strong connectivity. The Lake District UNESCO site is a short drive away—enjoying urban life and stunning countryside.
Train Travel Times by Train
Manchester
40 MINS
Sheffield
1 HR 40 MINS
Leeds
1 HR 15 MINS
London
2 HR 20 MINS
Liverpool
50 MINS
Birmingham
1 HR 35 MINS
REGENERATION IN PRESTON
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![Harris Quarter Renewal]()
Harris Quarter Renewal
Transforming Preston's cultural heart with a £200M+ investment in refurbished museums, libraries, and public spaces to boost tourism and community engagement.
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Preston Station Quarter
A £50M gateway project enhancing rail connectivity through modernized station facilities, new offices, and green spaces to drive economic growth.
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Stoneygate Masterplan
Revitalizing a historic area with mixed-use developments including 1,000+ homes, shops, and parks to create vibrant, sustainable urban living.
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UCLan Masterplan
UCLan's £300M expansion adding state-of-the-art academic buildings, student accommodations, and innovation hubs to support 38,000+ students and local jobs.
EDUCATION EXCELLENCE:
UCLan & Preston's Learning Hub
With over 30,000 students and a top 10 UK ranking for student property (Paragon Bank), Preston offers investors secure academic-year lets, near-constant occupancy, and superior yields over standard buy-to-lets. The 300M UCLan Masterplan is expanding facilities to attract even more students and drive rental demand.
Top 3 Preston Universities
University of Central Lancashire (UCLan)
400+ courses, 2,000+ international students, top 7% globally (CWUR), and £300M redevelopment underway.
Myerscough College & University Centre
Leading UK provider in land-based, science, engineering, and sports education, offering 20+ undergraduate degrees, with Silver TEF rating and accolades in horticulture and sports.
Cardinal Newman College
Top-performing sixth form with ~3,800 students, offering A-Levels, BTECs, and Foundation degrees.
OUR PRESTON PROJECTS
Need help in choosing the right development in Preston?
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London House
Starting From: £
Completion: Q4 2026
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