
Starting from
£ 139,750
Apartments
Primrose Hill, Preston
London House
1 & 2 bedroom apartments
London · Mayfair
Locations
Invest in Preston
Preston is the administrative centre of Lancashire and one of the North West's most affordable city markets. With substantial regeneration under way, a large student population and strong rental yields, it offers income-focused investors a lower entry point than neighbouring Manchester and Liverpool.
Curated opportunities
160k+
People living in Preston, the heart of Lancashire
7%+
Typical rental yields on new-build apartments in the city
38,000+
Students in Preston, supporting a large renter base
~2 hrs
Fastest direct rail journey from Preston to London Euston
Why Banke
At Banke, we help investors build long-term wealth through carefully selected property investments across Preston. Whether you are buying your first buy-to-let or expanding an existing portfolio, our local market experts provide the guidance, insight and access to opportunities you need to meet your investment goals.
We give you access to new-build and off-plan developments in Preston, often with low initial outlays and competitive pre-completion prices. From city-centre conversions to well-connected apartments close to the university, our portfolio suits a range of strategies and budgets.
We support you from your first enquiry to a fully let property. Our management partners handle tenant sourcing, rent collection and ongoing maintenance, helping your investment stay occupied, well kept and productive, wherever in the world you live.
Schemes such as the 25-hectare Stoneygate Masterplan, set to deliver more than 1,600 new homes, together with major employers and growing public investment, are reshaping the city. Speak to Banke to find out how Preston could fit into your portfolio.
The city
Preston combines the amenities of a busy city with easy access to the Lancashire countryside, the Ribble Valley and the Lake District. Historic landmarks such as the Harris Museum and Flag Market sit alongside Avenham Park, a lively university campus and a growing food and cultural scene. With living costs well below the big northern cities, it is a place people choose to study, work and settle.

Economy
Preston is a major employment centre for Lancashire, anchored by advanced manufacturing, aerospace and defence, healthcare, education and public services, with a growing digital and professional services base.
Aerospace, defence & engineering
Major employers across Lancashire include BAE Systems and Westinghouse, supporting thousands of skilled jobs in and around the city.
Healthcare & education
Lancashire Teaching Hospitals and the University of Central Lancashire provide stable, long-term demand for staff and student accommodation.

Economy stats
80%
Approximate employment rate in Preston
£5bn
Government investment backing the National Cyber Force HQ at Samlesbury
Getting around
Preston sits on the West Coast Main Line and at the junction of the M6, M55 and M61, giving fast links to Manchester, Liverpool, the Lake District and London.

Preston is a key stop on the West Coast Main Line, with direct services to Manchester, Liverpool, Glasgow and London Euston in around two hours, making the city a practical base for commuters and a convenient hub for the wider region.

Preston Bus Station is one of the city's best-known landmarks and a busy interchange, with frequent services connecting the city centre, the university and surrounding towns across Lancashire.

The M6, M55 and M61 meet close to the city, giving quick road access to Manchester, Liverpool, Blackpool and the Lake District, and supporting commuting and logistics across the North West.
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