WN5 0AZ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on City Road, 0.3km from Kitt Green in Wigan. Administratively it sits within Pemberton ward and the Wigan constituency.
For families considering a move, WN5 0AZ represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: With prices averaging £106k, 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 WN5 0AZ are sourced from Output Area E00032218 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CITY ROAD, WN5 0AZ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CITY ROAD, WN5 0AZ.
290
36
£ 35,100 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WN5 0AZ 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.
Area Character
WN5 0AZ is an established family neighbourhood — 66% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN5 0AZ. The average age is 36.5. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 106,000
2 sales · Mean £ 106,000
Semi-Detached
£ 117,250
2 sales · Mean £ 117,250
school Local Schools
Dean Trust Wigan
Orrell Lamberhead Green Academy
St John's CofE Primary School
Westfield Community School
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Wigan
Marsh Green Primary School
St Peter's Catholic High School
Highfield St Matthew's Church of England Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
10 nearby- Orrell St James ARLFC0.8 km
- Fishergate Inn0.6 km
- Norley Hall Cricket Club0.2 km
- Number 150.6 km
- Pemberton Masonic Club0.7 km
- + 5 more
Retailers - Other
20 nearby- England & Sons0.7 km
- Euro Garages Ltd - (Pemberton Service Station)0.9 km
- First Stop0.8 km
- George Wilson (Pemberton) Ltd1.0 km
- Go Local Extra - Norley Shop & Save0.5 km
- + 15 more
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Ling's Wok0.6 km
- Corleone pizza also TA Panda0.6 km
- Florancia's0.8 km
- Jamuna Tandoori Takeaway0.6 km
- Kitt Green Chippy0.2 km
- + 16 more
Restaurant, Cafe
18 nearby- Fur Clemt0.7 km
- FUR CLEMT (AR)0.7 km
- Inclusive Tennis CIC0.5 km
- Jigsaws Adventure Play Ltd0.8 km
- Peek-A-Boo0.6 km
- + 13 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Lidl Pemberton0.9 km
- Spar0.2 km
- Smartchoices0.0 km
- Tesco Express0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Pemberton1.6 km
- Gathurst2.1 km
- Orrell2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Bell Lane0.1 km
- Norley Road0.1 km
- Bell Lane (opp WK0450) (to def rte)0.1 km
- Norley Road0.1 km
- Hartley Grove0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WN50AZ · Data under Open Government Licence