Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

WA3 1DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WA3 1DA.

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

307

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 41,400 /yr

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Employed

52%

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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8/10
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3/10
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5/10
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4/10
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6/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. WA3 1DA's 70% ownership and 40-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district.

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

WA3 1DA is a mixed residential area located 0.1km from Lowton Common in Golborne. Administratively it sits within Lowton East ward and the Leigh constituency.

For families considering a move, WA3 1DA represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 70% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.



Census 2021 statistics for WA3 1DA are sourced from Output Area E00031943 (shared with 12 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 1DA. The average age is 39.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.1%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

52%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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school Local Schools

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Lowton St Mary's CofE (Voluntary Aided) Primary School

Good244 pupils0.3 km
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Lowton Church of England High School

Requires Improvement770 pupils0.4 km
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Gilded Hollins Community School

Good210 pupils0.7 km
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Lowton Junior and Infant School

Requires Improvement210 pupils0.8 km
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St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Lowton

Good199 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • The Galley at LLSC0.8 km
  • Leigh and Lowton Sailing Club Cafe0.7 km
  • Church Inn (The)0.3 km
  • The Food Hut0.8 km
  • The Hide Coffee House0.9 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Leigh & Lowton Sailing Club0.7 km
  • Lowton Social Club0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Mini Market0.2 km
  • St Marys Community Hall0.2 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Fu Kwai0.9 km
  • You You's Fish & Chips Chinese Takeaway1.0 km
  • Yummy House0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newton-Le-Willows5.0 km
  • Earlestown6.4 km
  • Bryn6.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Sandy Lane0.1 km
  • Sandy Lane0.2 km
  • Morgans Way0.3 km
  • Reeve Street0.3 km
  • Reeve Street0.3 km