WN1 1AE is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Standishgate, 0.1km from Water Heyes in Wigan. Administratively it sits within Wigan Central ward and the Wigan constituency.
For renters and young professionals, WN1 1AE offers a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. By day, the area transitions to a healthcare and public administration character: major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. With residents averaging 29 years old, this is a classic professional renter's neighbourhood — energetic, sociable, and career-focused. 65% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wigan. Employment levels are high (49% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for WN1 1AE are sourced from Output Area E00181495 (shared with 34 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STANDISHGATE, WN1 1AE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STANDISHGATE, WN1 1AE.
121
29
£ 44,400 /yr
58%
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
Very young, very high renting. At 29 years average age and 65% private renter occupancy, WN1 1AE is a classic student-to-graduate transition zone. Low crime and budget prices are a strong draw for students and early-career renters.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN1 1AE. The average age is 28.9. 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: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
WN1 1AE has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Mab's Cross Primary School
St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School
Douglas Valley Nursery School
The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
St Catharine's CofE Primary School
Dean Trust Rose Bridge
Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
35 nearby- Old Pear Tree0.7 km
- The Swinley0.5 km
- Whelley Ex Servicemans Club0.6 km
- Barney's0.5 km
- Fox and Goose0.3 km
- + 30 more
Restaurant, Cafe
106 nearby- Maries Cafe0.9 km
- Mr Wang's Restaurant0.7 km
- Springfield & Beech Hll Community Food Pantry0.9 km
- JK's Kitchen0.8 km
- Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.3 km
- + 101 more
Takeaway Shop
43 nearby- Burger Boss0.7 km
- Nutra Preps Limited0.8 km
- Mr Joe's0.6 km
- Mr Joe's0.6 km
- Papa John's Pizza0.7 km
- + 38 more
Retailers - Other
58 nearby- Jeds Pantry0.8 km
- Acid Sweets0.3 km
- Greenhalghs0.4 km
- Holland and Barrett0.4 km
- Mesnes Convenience Store0.8 km
- + 53 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Poundland0.4 km
- Spar0.8 km
- Tesco0.1 km
- Wigan Lane Mini Market0.4 km
- Whelley Discount Store0.7 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Charles Dickens0.2 km
- Mecure Wigan Oak Hotel0.2 km
- Premier Inn0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wigan0.6 km
- Wigan Wallgate0.6 km
- Wigan North Western0.7 km
Bus Stops
- Brick Kiln Lane0.0 km
- Brick Kiln Lane0.1 km
- Powell Street (eastbound) (to def.route)0.1 km
- Powell Street (westbound) (to def.route)0.1 km
- Central Park Way (eastbd) (to def.route)0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WN11AE · Data under Open Government Licence