From peaceful rural villages and leafy neighbourhoods to bustling market towns and vibrant coastal communities, readers shared the places they believe offer the best quality of life across the county.
Using your nominations, we’ve brought together 33 of the best places to live in Lancashire, highlighting the towns, villages and areas that matter most to the people who know them best.
Whether it’s for strong community spirit, beautiful surroundings, great amenities or simply that feeling of being home, these are the places Lancashire residents are proud to recommend.
Take a look through our gallery to see which locations made the list - and whether your own favourite features:



3. Hambleton - Hambleton recently ranked third as England’s most relaxed area in a recent study by fitness equipment supplier Mirafit.
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5. Leyland
Sue Parkes said: "We are very happy where we are with fabulous people who are the salt of the earth around us in Leyland! Great local amenities!" | Google

6. Great Harwood
Judith McKelvey said: "Great Harwood - a very friendly little town with a plethora of small privately owned businesses." | Google
