WA3 3UB is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.9km from Edge Green in Golborne. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Golborne and Lowton West ward and the Leigh constituency.
Day-to-day life in WA3 3UB has the character of a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. Employment levels are high (45% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Census 2021 statistics for WA3 3UB are sourced from Output Area E00181426 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WA3 3UB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WA3 3UB.
124
46
£ 46,700 /yr
63%
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
WA3 3UB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 46, 79% 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 3UB. The average age is 46.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
school Local Schools
Golborne High School
St Thomas CofE Junior and Infant School
All Saints Catholic Primary School, Golborne, Wigan
Golborne Community Primary School
Lowton West Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Vinys Discount Store and Off Licence1.0 km
- Khurmi's Off Licence1.0 km
- All Saints Food Bank Golborne0.8 km
- P & S Late Shop0.9 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Golborne Parkside Sports & Community Club,1.0 km
- Golborne Community(Members) Club1.0 km
- Sycamore Golf Centre0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- The Colliery Coffee House & Bar1.0 km
- Hooton Newsagents0.4 km
- Suhana Indian Restaurant1.0 km
- Wigan & Leigh People First1.0 km
- Cakeaway1.0 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- Wok's Cooking0.8 km
- Chippy Bar1.0 km
- Farz's1.0 km
- Panda Chef Chinese Take Away1.0 km
- Wok In Chippy1.0 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda Superstore (Golborne)0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton-Le-Willows3.9 km
- Bryn3.9 km
- Earlestown4.8 km
Bus Stops
- Ashton Road0.1 km
- Ashton Road0.1 km
- May Street0.3 km
- May Street0.3 km
- Rothwell Gardens0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: WA33UB · Data under Open Government Licence