Property, Houses and Flats for Sale in Skelmersdale, Lancashire

Skelmersdale is 15 miles south of Preston and has a population of about 39,000. In 1880 there were 14 Skelmersdale collieries and numerous slag heaps but, today, the River Tawd flows through relaxing country parks such as Ashurst Beacon and its accompanying golf course. Skelmersdale continues to benefit from investment in facilities and infrastructure, coordinated through English Partnerships and the Northwest Regional Development Agency.

If you are looking for property for sale in Skelmersdale and require two or three bedrooms, there is a superb mix of terraced cottages and houses; post-war semi-detached houses and bungalows; and many new-build developments including detached houses. Estate agents in Skelmersdale also represent detached, country cottages; modernised farmhouses; terraced townhouses on three floors; a fine selection of executive-sized houses, many within new developments; and houses and bungalows set in rural locations.

Flats for sale in Skelmersdale are in purpose-built apartment blocks and stylish, new-build apartment complexes. For details of flats currently on the market, and for information regarding cottages, bungalows and houses, please contact Skelmersdale estate agents.

Amenities for Skelmersdale properties

Skelmersdale has a good choice of primary schools and three high schools, including Glenburn Sports College. Skelmersdale United plays in the North West Counties Football League and members of the famous archery club, The Bowmen of Skelmersdale, hold numerous national and international records. The Concourse Shopping Centre is located in the heart of Skelmersdale and offers a great choice of independent shops, department stores, high street chains and places to eat. To keep residents amused, there are performing acts, competitions, a kids' club and, when laden with bags, easy access to the adjacent bus station and multi-storey car park.

Transport in Skelmersdale

The railway station in Up Holland is a little over a mile from Skelmersdale and is on the Wigan Wallgate - Kirkby branch line, which links to Manchester Victoria. By road, Skelmersdale is just north of Junctions 4 and 5 of the M58 and the bus station is conveniently located near to the main shopping centre.

Surrounding areas

While searching for property to buy or property to rent in Skelmersdale, which is covered by postcode WN8, you may also like to consider Wigan, Leigh, Preston, Bolton, Bury, Oldham, Ashton-under-Lyne, and Accrington.