Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

GRANGE ROAD, WN4 0AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GRANGE ROAD, WN4 0AY.

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Population

312

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Avg Age

39

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Avg Income

£ 36,200 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WN4 0AY 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.

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10/10
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7/10
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6/10
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6/10
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3/10
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2/10
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10/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. WN4 0AY's 66% ownership and 39-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending up 86.4% year-on-year.

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

WN4 0AY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Grange Road, 0.3km from Bryn in Ashton-in-Makerfield. Administratively it sits within Bryn ward and the Makerfield constituency.

For families considering a move, WN4 0AY represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. At 39 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Property: With prices averaging £165k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 86.4% year-on-year. 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 WN4 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00031747 (shared with 3 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 WN4 0AY. The average age is 39.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.7%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.6%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 33%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 167,500

6 sales · Mean £ 160,833

Semi-Detached

£ 115,000

6 sales · Mean £ 121,666

school Local Schools

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Bryn St Peter's CofE Primary School

Good203 pupils0.3 km
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Nicol Mere School

Outstanding403 pupils0.6 km
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Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School

Inadequate114 pupils0.7 km
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Cansfield High School

Good1030 pupils0.8 km
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Landgate School, Bryn

Good110 pupils1.0 km
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Rectory CofE Primary School

Good156 pupils1.0 km
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R L Hughes Primary School

Good430 pupils1.1 km
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Garswood Primary and Nursery School

Outstanding205 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • D & M Brogan Family Butchers0.5 km
  • Downall Green Off Licence0.4 km
  • La David Ro Ltd0.6 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.6 km
  • NN Brothers Ltd T/A NN General Stores0.1 km
  • + 5 more
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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Ashton Jubilee Club0.9 km
  • Ashton Masonic Properties Ltd0.5 km
  • Bryn Labour Club0.5 km
  • Our Lady's Parish Centre0.7 km
  • Bath Springs0.5 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

6 nearby
  • Christine Hughes Catering, Ashton Masonic Properties Ltd0.5 km
  • Pit Pony Pub0.7 km
  • The Bridge at Bryn0.4 km
  • Workin Lunch0.5 km
  • Kidz Kingdom0.5 km
  • + 1 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Cornerstone Convenience0.1 km
  • Dave's Off Licence0.1 km
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Takeaway Shop

6 nearby
  • Bryn Fish Bar0.5 km
  • Continental Pizza0.5 km
  • K-Street0.4 km
  • Mr English0.6 km
  • Ravello Pizza0.5 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bryn0.4 km
  • Garswood1.7 km
  • Pemberton3.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Chantry Walk0.1 km
  • Chantry Walk0.1 km
  • Chantry Walk0.1 km
  • Chantry Walk0.2 km
  • Grange Road0.2 km