WA3 1DG is a mixed residential area on Newton Road, 0.2km from Lowton Common in Golborne. Administratively it sits within Lowton East ward and the Leigh constituency.
For families considering a move, WA3 1DG represents a terrace-heavy neighbourhood — tight-knit community, affordable housing. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: With prices averaging £140k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 21.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WA3 1DG are sourced from Output Area E00031945 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
NEWTON ROAD, WA3 1DG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for NEWTON ROAD, WA3 1DG.
317
39
£ 41,400 /yr
59%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WA3 1DG spans multiple life stages — average age 39, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 21.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA3 1DG. The average age is 39.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 127,497
26 sales · Mean £ 127,242
Semi-Detached
£ 151,000
1 sales · Mean £ 151,000
school Local Schools
Lowton St Mary's CofE (Voluntary Aided) Primary School
Lowton Junior and Infant School
Lowton Church of England High School
Gilded Hollins Community School
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Lowton
St Luke's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Deli-licious0.3 km
- Shepherds Inn0.5 km
- Leigh Genesis FC0.5 km
- The Galley at LLSC1.0 km
- Leigh and Lowton Sailing Club Cafe0.9 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Lowton Social Club0.6 km
- Leigh & Lowton Sailing Club0.9 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.6 km
- Mini Market0.4 km
- St Marys Community Hall0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Fu Kwai0.6 km
- You You's Fish & Chips Chinese Takeaway0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton-Le-Willows4.7 km
- Earlestown6.2 km
- Bryn6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Morgans Way0.0 km
- Pocket Nook Lane0.1 km
- Sandy Lane0.1 km
- Sandy Lane0.2 km
- Pocket Nook Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA31DG · Data under Open Government Licence