M29 7AE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Willow Avenue, 0.5km from Gin Pits in Wigan. Administratively it sits within Astley Mosley Common ward and the Leigh constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: With prices averaging £178k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for M29 7AE are sourced from Output Area E00032325 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WILLOW AVENUE, M29 7AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILLOW AVENUE, M29 7AE.
446
32
£ 46,900 /yr
46%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. M29 7AE spans multiple life stages — average age 32, moderate ownership and renting. £178k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M29 7AE. The average age is 32.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 167,500
4 sales · Mean £ 159,248
school Local Schools
St Stephen's CofE Primary School
St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School
Tyldesley Primary School
St Mary's Catholic High School
Tyldesley St George's Central CofE Primary School and Nursery
St Gabriel's Catholic Primary School
Fred Longworth High School
Garrett Hall Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Astley Labour Club0.6 km
- Astley & Tyldesley Miners Welfare Society0.4 km
- Astley Community Club0.6 km
- Atherton Cricket Club0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- Super Snax Sandwich Bar0.6 km
- Astley and Tyldesley Cycle Speedway Club0.4 km
- Astley Pensioners + Community Hub0.6 km
- Coffee on the Pitch1.0 km
- Atherton Village Club0.8 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Rivazz80.9 km
- Astley Tandoori0.6 km
- Treasure City0.9 km
- Chinese Kitchen Tyldesley0.9 km
- Astley Fish and Chips0.6 km
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Market 3620.6 km
- Costcutter (Food & Tipple Ltd)0.6 km
- Dawsons Astley0.6 km
- Krupalu Convenience Store0.9 km
- Morrisons Daily0.6 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co Operative0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Atherton2.9 km
- Hag Fold3.8 km
- Walkden5.0 km
Bus Stops
- The Ley0.2 km
- The Ley0.2 km
- Thorncroft Avenue0.3 km
- Ennerdale Road0.3 km
- Windsor Avenue0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: M297AE · Data under Open Government Licence