WN2 1DX is a safe, established residential area on Southerns Fold, 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 quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 46, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 86% 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.
Census 2021 statistics for WN2 1DX are sourced from Output Area E00031596 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTHERNS FOLD, WN2 1DX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTHERNS FOLD, WN2 1DX.
287
46
£ 41,800 /yr
52%
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
No single demographic signal dominates WN2 1DX — age 46, 86% ownership, 9% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN2 1DX. The average age is 46.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)
WN2 1DX has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are 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
Aspull Church Primary School
Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery
Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Village on the Green0.8 km
- Crown Hotel0.3 km
- Aspull Rugby Union Football Club0.8 km
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Bindi of Aspull1.0 km
- Colliers Arms0.2 km
- Kirkless Cafe0.8 km
- The Mount Cafe and Food For Thought Vending Services0.9 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- AJ 's Convenience Store1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- China Town1.0 km
- Baz's Marmaris1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Kirkless Hall Inn0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hindley2.5 km
- Ince2.6 km
- Wigan2.9 km
Bus Stops
- Woodfield Street0.2 km
- Woodfield Street0.2 km
- Ash Lane (to def.jct)0.2 km
- Higher Lane0.3 km
- Higher Lane0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WN21DX · Data under Open Government Licence