WN2 1BA is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Bromley Close, 0.5km from Top Lock in Wigan. Administratively it sits within Aspull New Springs Whelley ward and the Wigan constituency.
For families considering a move, WN2 1BA represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 51) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 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: Average house prices are around £200k.
Census 2021 statistics for WN2 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00032406 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BROMLEY CLOSE, WN2 1BA House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROMLEY CLOSE, WN2 1BA.
299
51
£ 41,800 /yr
47%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WN2 1BA 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
WN2 1BA is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 88% 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 WN2 1BA. 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
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 200,000
1 sales · Mean £ 200,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
WN2 1BA 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
Ince CofE Primary School
Douglas Valley Nursery School
St William's Catholic Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- 3A's Petroleum Ltd0.8 km
- AJ 's Convenience Store0.3 km
- Rayan1.0 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Crown Hotel0.6 km
- Whelley Sports and Community Club0.9 km
- White Lion & Railway0.8 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.6 km
- Whelley Discount Store1.0 km
- Spar0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- China Town0.3 km
- Mac Chicken0.9 km
- Canadian Pizza1.0 km
- The Fish Bay0.8 km
- Baz's Marmaris0.3 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Aroma Cafe Bar0.9 km
- Colliers Arms1.0 km
- Kirkless Cafe0.6 km
- The Mount Cafe and Food For Thought Vending Services0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Kirkless Hall Inn0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ince1.7 km
- Wigan2.1 km
- Wigan Wallgate2.2 km
Bus Stops
- Ashbourne Avenue0.1 km
- Ashbourne Avenue0.1 km
- Ashbourne Avenue0.1 km
- Camberwell Crescent0.1 km
- Camberwell Crescent0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WN21BA · Data under Open Government Licence