Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

MANCHESTER ROAD, M29 7BG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MANCHESTER ROAD, M29 7BG.

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Population

264

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 44,700 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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8/10
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7/10
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8/10
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2/10
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6/10
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6/10
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8/10
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9/10
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Area Character

M29 7BG is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £222k, 83% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £222k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending up 68.4% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

M29 7BG is a well-regarded residential area on Manchester Road, 0.2km from Cross Hillock in Astley. Administratively it sits within Astley Mosley Common ward and the Leigh constituency.

For serious buyers, M29 7BG is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Residents average 46 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 83% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Property: Average house prices are around £222k, up 68.4% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for M29 7BG are sourced from Output Area E00031677 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for M29 7BG. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.9%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

49%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 200,000

17 sales · Mean £ 214,176

school Local Schools

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St Stephen's CofE Primary School

Good210 pupils0.5 km
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St Ambrose Barlow Catholic Primary School

Outstanding215 pupils0.8 km
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Garrett Hall Primary School

Outstanding469 pupils0.9 km
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Tyldesley Primary School

Good458 pupils1.0 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School

Good202 pupils1.2 km
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St Mary's Catholic High School

Good1590 pupils1.2 km
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Tyldesley St George's Central CofE Primary School and Nursery

Good338 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Astley Labour Club0.7 km
  • Astley Community Club0.7 km
  • Atherton Cricket Club0.9 km
  • Astley Conservative & Unionist Club0.5 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

15 nearby
  • Noir0.2 km
  • Super Snax Sandwich Bar0.7 km
  • Zest0.3 km
  • Astley Pensioners + Community Hub0.8 km
  • Pit Whistle Tea Room0.8 km
  • + 10 more
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Market 3620.8 km
  • BP Astley Service Station0.3 km
  • Dawsons Astley0.6 km
  • Krupalu Convenience Store0.2 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.7 km
  • + 4 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Astley Tandoori0.7 km
  • Astley's Sandwich and Delicatessen0.3 km
  • Treasure City0.2 km
  • Astley Fish and Chips0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Atherton3.5 km
  • Walkden4.2 km
  • Hag Fold4.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Dunmail Close0.1 km
  • Dunmail Close0.1 km
  • Coach Road0.2 km
  • The Straits0.2 km
  • Coach Road0.2 km