WA3 1BY is a mixed residential area located 0.3km from Garton Common in Golborne. Administratively it sits within Golborne and Lowton West ward and the Leigh constituency.
For families considering a move, WA3 1BY represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Census 2021 statistics for WA3 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00032153 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WA3 1BY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WA3 1BY.
286
49
£ 46,700 /yr
42%
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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WA3 1BY is a mixed residential postcode — average age 49, 90% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA3 1BY. The average age is 49.1. 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 mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
school Local Schools
Lowton St Mary's CofE (Voluntary Aided) Primary School
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Lowton
Lowton Junior and Infant School
Lowton West Primary School
St Luke's CofE Primary School
Lowton Church of England High School
Golborne High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Haselden's Ltd0.7 km
- News on't Corner0.7 km
- Heavenly Melted Chocolate0.8 km
- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Church Inn (The)0.9 km
- Harlay's0.8 km
- Leigh and Lowton Sailing Club Cafe0.9 km
- The Galley at LLSC0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Fu Kwai0.9 km
- Sol's Takeaway0.7 km
- You You's Fish & Chips Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Leigh & Lowton Sailing Club0.9 km
- Lowton Social Club0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton-Le-Willows4.4 km
- Earlestown5.7 km
- Bryn5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Garton Drive0.2 km
- Slag Lane Riding Stables0.2 km
- Slag Lane Riding Stables0.3 km
- Slag Lane Riding Stables0.3 km
- Garton Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA31BY · Data under Open Government Licence