'Hidden gem' Lancashire area with 'half-price' homes and 'happiest' residents

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'Hidden gem' Lancashire area with 'half-price' homes and 'happiest' residents
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Estate agents are raving about the borough, from its 'stunning' landscapes and attractive lifestyle to its diverse housing market

A 'hidden gem' borough in Lancashire has been hailed as one of the happiest and most wallet-friendly places to live.

Pendle scores an impressive happiness rate of 8.06 while flaunting house prices nearly half of the UK's average, £292,059. The East Lancashire borough quaint towns and villages such as Barley, Barrowford, Fence, and Nelson, and modest average property values of £146,516. "These areas not only offer idyllic living but also maintain strong community ties that contribute to Pendle's impressive happiness score. With average house prices significantly below the national average - Pendle is particularly appealing to first-time buyers, young families, and retirees seeking value without compromising on lifestyle.

"Some have even referred to it as being the doorway to the lake district with its own spellbinding historic and scenic country setting surrounding the beauty that is Pendle Hill. Pendle is 30-40 mins away from the edge of Manchester and 30-40 mins away from the edge of the Lake District. It has a cosy reception room, open-plan kitchen and dining area and a patio area complete with a decked section that currently houses a hot tub. Upstairs, the first floor has a brand-new family bathroom and three bedrooms, including the master with an en-suite.

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