Local area guide
Living in Preston
Around Oakview Quarter by Avant Homes · Lancashire
The schools, transport, shops and green spaces that shape day-to-day life — plus local trades who already work in Preston.
Area at a glance
Preston, at a glance
Schools, transport, what’s nearby — written for new-build buyers settling in.
Living in Preston
St Marys Park sits within Lostock Hall, a well-established residential neighbourhood that forms part of the South Ribble district on the southern edge of Preston. The area has a distinctly settled, community-minded character — predominantly owner-occupied streets with a mix of families and working professionals who value the balance between urban access and a quieter pace of life. Lostock Hall itself has its own local identity, separate from the city bustle yet close enough to take full advantage of everything Preston offers. An adjacent ecological reserve adds a genuinely green edge to daily life, with nature walks practically on the doorstep — a rare quality for a location this well connected. Worden Park, a large country park in nearby Leyland, and Haslam Park closer to Preston city centre both provide family-friendly open space for weekends and after-school hours.
Schools and education
Families with younger children will find Lostock Hall Primary School conveniently close to the development. The wider South Ribble area is well served by secondary provision, with several well-regarded options within reasonable travelling distance. Preston itself has a broader range of further education, including Preston's College, which offers A-levels and vocational courses. The University of Central Lancashire (UCLan), one of the larger universities in the North West, is based in Preston city centre — a useful consideration for older students or parents working in higher education.
Transport and connectivity
Lostock Hall railway station is a significant asset for commuters. Direct services connect to Preston mainline station, from where fast trains reach Manchester in under 40 minutes and Liverpool in a similar timeframe — both major employment hubs. Preston is also on the West Coast Main Line, giving straightforward access to London Euston for those who travel for work. By road, the nearby M6 junction puts the wider North West motorway network within easy reach, making cities like Blackpool, Lancaster, and Manchester all accessible in under an hour under normal conditions. Local bus services provide additional day-to-day connectivity into Preston city centre.
Food, drink and shopping
Nearby essentials
What’s within reach
Straight-line distance from Oakview Quarter to the nearest of each.
Nearest supermarket
ALDI
3.8mi
straight line
Nearest GP surgery
Great Eccleston Health Centre
0.5mi
straight line
Nearest primary school
Great Eccleston Copp Church of England Primary School
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