Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

WIGAN ROAD, WN6 0AY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WIGAN ROAD, WN6 0AY.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · updated monthly (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

345

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 46,600 /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: WN6 0AY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income 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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Area Character

WN6 0AY is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £289k, 96% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 11.8% year-on-year.

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

WN6 0AY is a well-regarded residential area on Wigan Road, 0.4km from Langtree in Standish. Administratively it sits within Standish with Langtree ward and the Wigan constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in WN6, WN6 0AY offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 96% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Property: Average house prices are around £289k, down 11.8% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WN6 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00031576 (shared with 6 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 WN6 0AY. The average age is 43.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.6%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean2.3%
Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 35%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 256,000

16 sales · Mean £ 251,062

Detached

£ 395,000

2 sales · Mean £ 395,000

school Local Schools

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Standish St Wilfrid's Church of England Primary Academy

Outstanding593 pupils1.1 km
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Wood Fold Primary School

Outstanding422 pupils1.1 km
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St Marie's Catholic Primary School Standish

Outstanding205 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Fifteens at Standish0.8 km
  • The Lychgate Tavern0.9 km
  • Ashfield House Hotel0.2 km
  • Boars Head @ Standish Ltd0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Rainbow0.9 km
  • Siam House Thai Takeaway0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Harwoods Patisserie1.0 km
  • Standish Community Centre0.9 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Globe Inn0.9 km
  • Potters Bar1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gathurst3.4 km
  • Wigan Wallgate3.9 km
  • Wigan4.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Roundmoor Road0.2 km
  • Ashfield Park Drive0.2 km
  • Roundmoor Road0.2 km
  • Ashfield Park Drive0.3 km
  • Prospect Lodge0.5 km