In a new index released by comparethemarket.com, UK cities have been ranked by their graduate satisfaction scores, and Preston has come in at 3rd place!
The top ten UK cities for graduates are as follows:
1. Bradford – 59.7%
2. Carlisle – 57.6%
3. Preston – 56.5%
4. Coventry – 55.8%
5. Newcastle – 55.2%
6. Belfast – 54.7%
7. Stoke-On-Trent 54.0%
8. Birmingham – 53.8%
9. Leicester – 53.7%
10. Dundee – 53.6%
These scored have been determined by analyzing each city based on a range of factors that are most important to new graduates. These include:
- job opportunities and employment at graduate level
- salaries
- monthly rent prices
- basic utilities
Preston offers a fantastic quality of living, with a meal out costing only £10, and fantastic and innovative job opportunities for all kinds of graduates. Coupled with great housing and salaries it’s no surprise that Preston ranks so highly in this index.
Speaking on the matter, Chris King, head of home insurance at comparethemarket.com, said:
“No matter where you choose to set up home after graduation, there are a lot of important factors to consider. If you find yourself in a position to purchase after university, it is important to get both your home and your contents insured, and if you’re renting, it is sensible to consider contents insurance too.”
If you are studying at UClan and looking to make Preston your graduate home city, there is a lot to look forward to. Here at Letpads, we provide stunning, high quality student accommodation properties across Preston, in easy walking distance of the UCLan campus, and the city centre. And all of our student accommodation is designed with luxury, and relaxation in mind, with all bills including WiFi included. If you need student housing or student accommodation, why not get in touch today?