WN1 1DN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Water Heyes in Wigan. Administratively it sits within Wigan Central ward and the Wigan constituency.
For renters and young professionals, WN1 1DN offers a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. During the day, traditional high streets with some larger stores, mostly employees. The community skews young professional (average age 29) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 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 1DN are sourced from Output Area E00181495 (shared with 34 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WN1 1DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WN1 1DN.
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
WN1 1DN is a student and graduate zone — average age 29, 65% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. 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 1DN. 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 1DN 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
St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School
Mab's Cross Primary School
Douglas Valley Nursery School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College
St Catharine's CofE Primary School
Dean Trust Rose Bridge
Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
58 nearby- ARG Food & Wine0.8 km
- Best One0.4 km
- The Thai Food Store0.6 km
- Wigan Mini Market0.7 km
- Candy Shack UK0.4 km
- + 53 more
Pub, NightClub
35 nearby- Spring View Cricket & Recreation Club1.0 km
- Old Pear Tree0.7 km
- Bentley's Bar0.5 km
- Einsteins and Jaks0.5 km
- Hideout0.7 km
- + 30 more
Restaurant, Cafe
107 nearby- Ball and Boot0.2 km
- Caffe Rosso0.4 km
- Ella Turkish Restaurant0.4 km
- McDonalds0.3 km
- People Cafe0.5 km
- + 102 more
Takeaway Shop
44 nearby- Bill's Fry Inn0.4 km
- Deroma Pizza0.7 km
- Mama Mia Pizzeria0.4 km
- Oliva0.9 km
- Tsangs Chippy0.8 km
- + 39 more
Supermarkets
5 nearby- Spar0.9 km
- Whelley Discount Store0.8 km
- Tesco0.1 km
- Wigan Lane Mini Market0.6 km
- Poundland0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Charles Dickens0.3 km
- Mecure Wigan Oak Hotel0.1 km
- Premier Inn0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wigan0.5 km
- Wigan Wallgate0.5 km
- Wigan North Western0.6 km
Bus Stops
- Powell Street (westbound) (to def.route)0.0 km
- Powell Street (eastbound) (to def.route)0.0 km
- River Way (southbound) (to def.route)0.1 km
- Central Park Way (westbd) (to def.route)0.1 km
- Grand Arcade0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WN11DN · Data under Open Government Licence