Accommodation area guide in Lancaster
Wondering where to live in Lancaster? There are plenty of places to choose from. Whether you are a fan of the city life or you enjoy peaceful neighbourhoods, Lancaster is proud to offer you both. We have created a list with the most popular areas to live off-campus:
City Centre
Lancaster City Centre is a historic and vibrant area that caters for many Lancaster University students. There is plenty of choice of student accommodation in the city centre, meaning you are bound to find the perfect place for you and your friends. There are many frequent buses that can take you anywhere in Lancaster from Common Garden Street bus stop. The area is highly popular due to the number of things there is to do. It is unsurprisingly well-served with pubs, coffee shops and restaurants, so you will never run out of great places to eat and drink. The famous Market Gate Shopping Centre and VUE Cinema will also only be only a stroll away from your doorstep.
The City Centre is famous for its history and culture, so do not hesitate to visit Lancaster Castle and the City Museum. If you fancy live music, check Atkinsons Café. Feel like going out? LUSU’s Sugarhouse club is most likely a few minutes’ walk from your doorstep.
Have a look at our properties in the City Centre:
Bowerham
Bowerham is another popular area to live in Lancaster. It exclusively offers a combination of great bars, restaurants and convenience stores. The famous “Bowerham Hotel” pub draws students from all over the area to dine in a friendly atmosphere. The town is accessible both on foot or by bus, however, if you do not fancy going to town for shopping, Spar is conveniently located in the heart of Bowerham. There are plenty of take-away shops on your doorstep and a few locally-famous pubs nearby. One of the most popular pubs that Lancaster has to offer called “The Greaves Park” is only a short walk down the hill. Or if you do not feel like cooking, “Chester’s Chicken” or “Jasmine Gardens” take-away shops will be there for you.
The area is well-served with transport links, so you will never have to worry about not finding a quick and easy to route to the University campus. If you are the one who is seeking for beautiful, quiet and student-populated neighbourhood, Bowerham is exactly for you.
Have a look at the properties we have in Bowerham:
Primrose
Tucked between Bowerham and the City Centre, Primrose is another popular area where to students love to reside. This is a perfect location if you want to take a step back from the busy streets of Lancaster. You will enjoy picturesque strolls through the beautiful surroundings of one of Lancaster’s beauty spots – Williamson Park which will make you feel that you are miles away from urban city life. Primrose has an easy access to all the City Centre has to offer, but it is also home to “The Park” pub and an award winning “Hodgon’s” fish and chips shop as well. There is a Premier late-opening corner shop for your own convenience. The area is well-served by public transport links and it takes only 15 minutes to reach the University campus by bus.
Have a look at our previous blog post to get to know more about Primrose!
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Fairfield
Fairfield is situated on the edge of the City Centre, providing quiet yet central atmosphere in which to live. This is an increasingly popular choice for those who do not want to live in the City Centre, but would love to experience everything that Lancaster has to offer within arm’s reach. All the bars, shops and restaurants are approximately a 10-minute walk away from your doorstep. The area has excellent transport links to and from Lancaster University campus.
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Freehold
Freehold, located near the historic Lancaster canal, is a highly desirable area among students. Local services include post office, a chemist and Gregson Community and Arts Centre. If you fancy picturesque walks, Lancaster Canal and the famous Williamson Park is only a short walk-away. The Market Gate Shopping Centre is within a walking distance. We believe there is nothing better than living in the heart of such a historic area of Lancaster!
Have a look at the remaining properties in Freehold:
Moorlands
Moorlands is the perfect medium. The area is in the middle of the City Centre and a beautiful Scotch Quarry Urban Park. Central and convenient, Lancaster University campus is only 22 minutes by bus, while the city centre is only a 10-minute walk away from your home.
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Scotforth
It is an excellent choice for those who want to live closer to the University, but not too far away from the City Centre either. If you choose to live in Scotforth, your home will be situated on the main bus route to the University and Lancaster City Centre. Booths grocery market is just around the corner, but if you do not feel like cooking – you will love having locally famous take-away shops such as Hodgon’s Chippy and Mr Wang on your doorstep.
Take a look at the remaining LUSU Living properties for the next academic year here.
