WN4 0DQ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Skelton Street, 0.3km from Bryn in Ashton-in-Makerfield. Administratively it sits within Bryn ward and the Makerfield constituency.
For families considering a move, WN4 0DQ represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 90% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Property: With prices averaging £143k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 0DQ are sourced from Output Area E00031740 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SKELTON STREET, WN4 0DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SKELTON STREET, WN4 0DQ.
273
42
£ 36,200 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
WN4 0DQ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 90% 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 WN4 0DQ. The average age is 42.0. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 152,500
2 sales · Mean £ 152,500
Semi-Detached
£ 116,500
4 sales · Mean £ 119,125
Terraced
£ 142,000
1 sales · Mean £ 142,000
school Local Schools
Bryn St Peter's CofE Primary School
Landgate School, Bryn
Nicol Mere School
Our Lady Immaculate Catholic Primary School
Cansfield High School
Rectory CofE Primary School
R L Hughes Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- D & M Brogan Family Butchers0.3 km
- Downall Green Off Licence0.3 km
- La David Ro Ltd0.7 km
- Morrisons Daily0.1 km
- NN Brothers Ltd T/A NN General Stores0.5 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Ashton Masonic Properties Ltd0.2 km
- Bryn Labour Club0.5 km
- Our Lady's Parish Centre0.9 km
- Bath Springs0.0 km
- Bath Springs0.0 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
9 nearby- Christine Hughes Catering, Ashton Masonic Properties Ltd0.2 km
- Deli-icious0.8 km
- ESS (for DWP) Griffin House0.9 km
- The Bridge at Bryn0.2 km
- Workin Lunch0.3 km
- + 4 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Cornerstone Convenience0.4 km
- Dave's Off Licence0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Bryn Fish Bar0.3 km
- Continental Pizza0.3 km
- K-Street0.6 km
- Mr English0.1 km
- Ravello Pizza0.3 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bryn0.4 km
- Garswood2.2 km
- Pemberton3.3 km
Bus Stops
- Eddleston Street0.1 km
- Bryn Baptist Church0.1 km
- Eddleston Street0.1 km
- Bryn Baptist Church0.1 km
- Medway Close0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WN40DQ · Data under Open Government Licence