Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

SLAG LANE, WA3 1BZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SLAG LANE, WA3 1BZ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · updated monthly (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

291

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 41,400 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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10/10
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3/10
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6/10
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9/10
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2/10
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5/10
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1/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates WA3 1BZ — age 40, 72% ownership, 28% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

WA3 1BZ is a mixed residential area on Slag Lane, 0.8km from Crankwood in Golborne. Administratively it sits within Lowton East ward and the Leigh constituency.

For families considering a move, WA3 1BZ represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a manufacturing, energy and utilities character: manufacturing, energy and utilities. An average age of 40 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.



Census 2021 statistics for WA3 1BZ are sourced from Output Area E00031936 (shared with 20 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 WA3 1BZ. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.6%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Galley at LLSC0.9 km
  • Nevison Inn0.8 km
  • Leigh and Lowton Sailing Club Cafe0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Plank Lane Chippy0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Leigh & Lowton Sailing Club0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newton-Le-Willows5.5 km
  • Hindley5.7 km
  • Bryn5.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Heybrook Farm0.1 km
  • Heybrook Farm0.1 km
  • Heybrook Farm0.1 km
  • Canal Bridge0.3 km
  • Canal Bridge0.3 km