WN5 0BS is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Peter Street, 0.2km from Kit Green in Orrell. Administratively it sits within Pemberton ward and the Wigan constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WN5 0BS is 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. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 48) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 57% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Property: With prices averaging £133k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 71.9% 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 WN5 0BS are sourced from Output Area E00032433 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PETER STREET, WN5 0BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PETER STREET, WN5 0BS.
190
48
£ 35,100 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WN5 0BS falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WN5 0BS has a significant social housing presence — 57% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal. Property prices are trending up 71.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN5 0BS. The average age is 47.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 110,000
1 sales · Mean £ 110,000
Flat
£ 64,000
1 sales · Mean £ 64,000
Semi-Detached
£ 210,500
2 sales · Mean £ 210,500
school Local Schools
Dean Trust Wigan
Orrell Lamberhead Green Academy
Westfield Community School
Marsh Green Primary School
St John's CofE Primary School
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Wigan
St Peter's Catholic High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Go Local Extra - Norley Shop & Save0.8 km
- St Francis Church Hall0.2 km
- Top Shop Mini Market0.5 km
- Galloways0.2 km
- Bell Lane Convenience Store0.3 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Fishergate Inn1.0 km
- Norley Hall Cricket Club0.3 km
- Wigan St Cuthberts & Norley Hall Sports & Community Club0.6 km
- Kitt Green Tavern0.2 km
- Old Springs0.6 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Fur Clemt0.9 km
- FUR CLEMT (AR)0.9 km
- Inclusive Tennis CIC0.9 km
- MARSH GREEN PRIMARY (Wrap around care) and Young Explorers0.9 km
- Mrs Jenkins Travelling Tearoom Bakes0.9 km
- + 1 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Spar0.2 km
- Smartchoices0.4 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Florancia's0.5 km
- Jamuna Tandoori Takeaway1.0 km
- Kitt Green Chippy0.2 km
- Master Wok0.5 km
- Norley Hall Fish Bar0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gathurst1.6 km
- Pemberton2.0 km
- Orrell2.4 km
Bus Stops
- Peter Street0.1 km
- Peter Street0.1 km
- Peter Street0.1 km
- Peter Street0.1 km
- Miners Arms0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WN50BS · Data under Open Government Licence