Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

WIGAN ROAD, WN2 1DP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WIGAN ROAD, WN2 1DP.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

434

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 41,800 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: WN2 1DP represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.

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9/10
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6/10
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9/10
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6/10
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6/10
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4/10
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9/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WN2 1DP spans multiple life stages — average age 41, moderate ownership and renting. £155k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WN2 1DP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wigan Road, 0.2km from New Springs in Wigan. Administratively it sits within Aspull New Springs Whelley ward and the Wigan constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 41 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 74% 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 £155k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for WN2 1DP are sourced from Output Area E00032400 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN2 1DP. The average age is 41.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.9%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

46%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 145,500

6 sales · Mean £ 133,500

Semi-Detached

£ 160,000

1 sales · Mean £ 160,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

WN2 1DP 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.

Other theft1
Theft from the person1

school Local Schools

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Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan

Outstanding137 pupils0.3 km
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Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery

Good332 pupils0.9 km
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Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan

Outstanding211 pupils1.5 km
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Aspull Church Primary School

Good207 pupils1.5 km
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Dean Trust Rose Bridge

Inadequate672 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Mount Cafe and Food For Thought Vending Services0.6 km
  • Colliers Arms0.4 km
  • Kirkless Cafe0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Baz's Marmaris0.7 km
  • China Town0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • AJ 's Convenience Store0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Crown Hotel0.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.7 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Kirkless Hall Inn0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ince2.4 km
  • Wigan2.6 km
  • Hindley2.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Kirklees Street0.1 km
  • Woodfield Street0.1 km
  • Woodfield Street0.2 km
  • Kirklees Street0.2 km
  • Kirklees Street0.2 km