WN2 1AF is a safe, established residential area on Ashbourne Avenue, 0.4km from Whelley in Wigan. Administratively it sits within Aspull New Springs Whelley ward and the Wigan constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 84% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £181k, up 44.1% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WN2 1AF are sourced from Output Area E00032402 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ASHBOURNE AVENUE, WN2 1AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ASHBOURNE AVENUE, WN2 1AF.
357
41
£ 41,800 /yr
49%
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. WN2 1AF spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 44.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN2 1AF. The average age is 41.4. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 212,500
2 sales · Mean £ 212,500
Semi-Detached
£ 126,500
4 sales · Mean £ 128,250
Flat
£ 120,000
1 sales · Mean £ 120,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)
WN2 1AF has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan
Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery
Dean Trust Rose Bridge
St Catharine's CofE Primary School
Douglas Valley Nursery School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School
Mab's Cross Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Jeds Pantry0.8 km
- 3A's Petroleum Ltd0.5 km
- AJ 's Convenience Store0.0 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Crown Hotel0.7 km
- Whelley Sports and Community Club0.7 km
- White Lion & Railway0.5 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.2 km
- Whelley Discount Store0.7 km
- Spar0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- China Town0.0 km
- Mac Chicken0.6 km
- Vlora Fish Bar0.8 km
- Canadian Pizza0.7 km
- Baz's Marmaris0.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Aroma Cafe Bar0.6 km
- Kirkless Cafe0.9 km
- The Mount Cafe and Food For Thought Vending Services0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Kirkless Hall Inn0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ince1.8 km
- Wigan1.9 km
- Wigan Wallgate2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Tamworth Drive0.0 km
- Ashbourne Avenue0.1 km
- Ashbourne Avenue0.1 km
- Tamworth Drive0.1 km
- Tamworth Drive0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WN21AF · Data under Open Government Licence