WN1 is a postcode district in Wigan, North West, covering 686 active and 551 retired postcodes.
The largest share of WN1 (22%) is characterised by a neighbourhood where residents are striving to improve despite financial pressures, alongside an area where many residents are new to the country, mostly renting privately (9%). This mix of 6 distinct neighbourhood types makes WN1 one of the more varied districts in the region.
Property: Average house prices in WN1 are around £166k, down 24.9% year-on-year. Safety: Crime rates across WN1 are low at 2 per 1,000 residents — below the national average and reassuring for families considering the area. An average age of 42 points to a settled, predominantly family community — stable, long-term residents alongside newer arrivals.
Select any postcode below to explore street-level crime, nearby schools, sold house prices, and census data — or view the full WN1 demographics profile for district-wide census breakdowns.
WN1 House Prices, Crime & Local Stats
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for the WN1 postcode area.
20,008
42
£ 36,083 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Area Character
Families dominate this postcode. With 56% owner-occupation and average age 42, WN1 has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £166k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability. Property prices are trending down 24.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
Census-aligned analysis of population structure and socioeconomic drivers.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
Recent reported incidents and common crime categories.
school Local Schools
Douglas Valley Nursery School
Woodfield Primary School
Mab's Cross Primary School
St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
St Catharine's CofE Primary School
The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College
Dean Trust Rose Bridge
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
61 nearby- Galloways
- Galloways
- Allied Pharmacy
- 3A's Petroleum Ltd
- Adams News
- + 56 more
Pub, NightClub
35 nearby- Tap n Barrell
- The Bailiff Bar
- The Berkeley
- The Boulevard
- The George
- + 30 more
Restaurant, Cafe
113 nearby- Armed Forces HQ CIC
- Aroma Cafe Bar
- Atu
- Ball and Boot
- Bamboogy
- + 108 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
4 nearby- Charles Dickens
- Kilhey Court Hotel
- Mecure Wigan Oak Hotel
- Premier Inn
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Poundland
- Spar
- Tesco
- Whelley Discount Store
- Wigan Lane Mini Market
Takeaway Shop
42 nearby- Yo! To Go!
- Alendo
- Bill's Fry Inn
- BOOM BOOM Eat Good
- Burger Boss
- + 37 more
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Area Profile: WN1 · Data under Open Government Licence