WN2 1AZ is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Finchley Crescent, 0.5km from Top Lock in Wigan. Administratively it sits within Aspull New Springs Whelley ward and the Wigan constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 88% 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: With prices averaging £170k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 7.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WN2 1AZ are sourced from Output Area E00032406 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
FINCHLEY CRESCENT, WN2 1AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for FINCHLEY CRESCENT, WN2 1AZ.
299
51
£ 41,800 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WN2 1AZ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates WN2 1AZ — age 51, 88% ownership, 7% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. £170k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending down 7.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN2 1AZ. The average age is 50.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 169,000
9 sales · Mean £ 156,666
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
WN2 1AZ has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and theft from the person. 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
Ince CofE Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
St William's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- 3A's Petroleum Ltd0.7 km
- AJ 's Convenience Store0.3 km
- Rayan1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Crown Hotel0.6 km
- Whelley Sports and Community Club0.8 km
- White Lion & Railway0.7 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.5 km
- Whelley Discount Store0.9 km
- Spar0.8 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- China Town0.3 km
- Mac Chicken0.8 km
- Vlora Fish Bar0.9 km
- Canadian Pizza0.9 km
- The Fish Bay0.9 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Aroma Cafe Bar0.8 km
- Colliers Arms1.0 km
- Kirkless Cafe0.7 km
- The Mount Cafe and Food For Thought Vending Services0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Kirkless Hall Inn0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ince1.7 km
- Wigan2.1 km
- Wigan Wallgate2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Camberwell Crescent0.1 km
- Camberwell Crescent0.1 km
- Camberwell Crescent0.1 km
- Camberwell Crescent0.1 km
- Ashbourne Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WN21AZ · Data under Open Government Licence