Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

ST NICHOLAS ROAD, WA3 1DY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ST NICHOLAS ROAD, WA3 1DY.

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Population

317

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 41,400 /yr

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Employed

59%

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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4/10
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4/10
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9/10
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2/10
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5/10
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2/10
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7/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WA3 1DY 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 down 11.0% year-on-year.

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

WA3 1DY is a mixed residential area on St Nicholas Road, 0.1km from Lowton Common in Golborne. Administratively it sits within Lowton East ward and the Leigh constituency.

For families considering a move, WA3 1DY 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 £164k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 11.0% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WA3 1DY are sourced from Output Area E00031945 (shared with 8 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 1DY. 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

White / British95.8%
Asian / British Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean1.6%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

59%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 123,750

18 sales · Mean £ 126,025

Detached

£ 171,000

2 sales · Mean £ 171,000

Semi-Detached

£ 129,000

2 sales · Mean £ 129,000

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 pupils0.6 km
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Lowton Junior and Infant School

Requires Improvement210 pupils0.7 km
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Gilded Hollins Community School

Good210 pupils0.8 km
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St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Lowton

Good199 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

10 nearby
  • The Galley at LLSC0.7 km
  • Leigh and Lowton Sailing Club Cafe0.7 km
  • Church Inn (The)0.2 km
  • The Food Hut1.0 km
  • The Hide Coffee House1.0 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Leigh & Lowton Sailing Club0.7 km
  • Lowton Social Club0.8 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Mini Market0.3 km
  • St Marys Community Hall0.3 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Fu Kwai0.8 km
  • You You's Fish & Chips Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
  • Yummy House1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newton-Le-Willows4.9 km
  • Earlestown6.3 km
  • Bryn6.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Sandy Lane0.2 km
  • Sandy Lane0.2 km
  • Morgans Way0.2 km
  • Pocket Nook Lane0.3 km
  • Reeve Street0.4 km