Jobs in Preston

Preston is the administrative centre of Lancashire with a growing job market in public administration, healthcare, education, and digital services. Key employers include BAE Systems (nearby Warton), the NHS, Lancashire County Council, and the University of Central Lancashire. Preston station is a major rail junction with direct services to London Euston in around two hours and 15 minutes, as well as connections to Manchester, Liverpool, and Scotland. The M6, M55, and M65 motorways converge near the city. The cost of living is low, with affordable housing and everyday expenses well below the national average. The City Deal investment programme is driving significant infrastructure and employment growth across the Preston area.