About Lancashire

Lancashire is a county in England with a population of approximately 1.9M across 795K households. Browse the 743 places below.

1.9M
Population
795K
Households
31.3K
Postcodes

Location

Living in Lancashire

Lancashire is a county in the north west of England, known for its varied landscape, industrial heritage and strong regional identity. The county stretches from coastal areas along the Irish Sea inland to rolling countryside and upland moorland, creating a diverse and often contrasting setting. Its geography has influenced settlement and industry, shaping both rural communities and larger towns.

The county includes towns such as Preston, Blackburn, Burnley, Lancaster and Blackpool, each with its own history and role within the wider area. Many settlements developed rapidly during the Industrial Revolution through textiles, manufacturing and trade, leaving a lasting mark on local character. Alongside industry, market towns and villages continue to support agriculture and everyday community life.

Lancashire benefits from access to open countryside, river valleys and coastal spaces, providing opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation. Areas of regeneration sit alongside long established neighbourhoods, reflecting ongoing change across the county. Overall, Lancashire offers a calm and enduring mix of working heritage, rural landscape and coastal influence, giving it a grounded and distinctive place within northern England.

Places in Lancashire 743

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U W Y

Postcode Areas in Lancashire 9

Lancashire is served by 9 postcode areas. Each area contains multiple postcode districts covering different parts of the county.

BB 234 places
BD 6 places
BL 12 places
FY 65 places
L 40 places
LA 99 places
OL 21 places
PR 235 places
WN 31 places