Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

WN3 4FP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WN3 4FP.

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Population

378

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 32,200 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WN3 4FP falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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9/10
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4/10
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9/10
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5/10
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5/10
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1/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

WN3 4FP is a mixed residential postcode — average age 35, 57% 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.

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

WN3 4FP is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.1km from Lower Ince in Ince-in-Makerfield. Administratively it sits within Ince ward and the Wigan constituency.

For families considering a move, WN3 4FP represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 35) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 57% 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. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for WN3 4FP are sourced from Output Area E00031965 (shared with 13 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 WN3 4FP. The average age is 34.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.9%
Asian / British Asian2.1%
Black / African / Caribbean1.9%
Other / Mixed2.1%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

WN3 4FP 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.

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school Local Schools

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Britannia Bridge Primary School

Good245 pupils0.3 km
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St William's Catholic Primary School

Good213 pupils0.8 km
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Ince CofE Primary School

Good393 pupils1.1 km
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St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding345 pupils1.1 km
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St Catharine's CofE Primary School

Good205 pupils1.2 km
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Dean Trust Rose Bridge

Inadequate672 pupils1.3 km
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Newbridge Learning Community

Good87 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • Royal British Legion0.7 km
  • Higher Ince Labour Club1.0 km
  • St Patricks Arlfc1.0 km
  • Spring View Cricket & Recreation Club0.7 km
  • The Bailiff Bar1.0 km
  • + 1 more
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Bengal Spice0.1 km
  • Ince Plaice0.4 km
  • Toronto Pizza0.2 km
  • Tsangs Chippy1.0 km
  • Happy Fish0.9 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Spring View Community Sports Centre1.0 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.2 km
  • Spring View News & Booze0.8 km
  • Higher Ince Express0.8 km
  • The Strength and Fitness Lab Ltd1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Willow Tree Cafe0.8 km
  • Anderton Arms0.8 km
  • Butty Barrow The Friendly Bakery0.8 km
  • St Patricks Rugby Club0.9 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Premier Express0.2 km
  • K Food & Wines0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ince0.5 km
  • Wigan North Western1.4 km
  • Wigan1.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Westwood Lane0.1 km
  • Old Hall Street0.1 km
  • Chorley Street0.2 km
  • Cemetery Road0.3 km
  • Chorley Street0.3 km