Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

WIGAN ROAD, WN6 0BD House Prices & Local Information

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

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Population

280

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Avg Age

52

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Avg Income

£ 46,600 /yr

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Employed

45%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WN6 0BD 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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7/10
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3/10
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7/10
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2/10
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8/10
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5/10
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9/10
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Area Character

WN6 0BD is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £150k, 84% 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.

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

WN6 0BD 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 0BD offers a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. With an average age of 52, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Property: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. 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 0BD are sourced from Output Area E00031577 (shared with 9 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 0BD. The average age is 51.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.2%
Asian / British Asian1.4%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed1.1%

Economic Activity

45%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 0%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Terraced

£ 103,000

5 sales · Mean £ 101,350

Detached

£ 179,500

2 sales · Mean £ 179,500

Semi-Detached

£ 170,000

2 sales · Mean £ 170,000

school Local Schools

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Wood Fold Primary School

Outstanding422 pupils0.5 km
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Standish St Wilfrid's Church of England Primary Academy

Outstanding593 pupils0.5 km
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St Marie's Catholic Primary School Standish

Outstanding205 pupils0.7 km
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Standish Community High School

Good1285 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

7 nearby
  • Black Bull Hotel0.4 km
  • Globe Inn0.2 km
  • Potters Bar0.3 km
  • The Shamrock0.9 km
  • Albion Ale House0.4 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

20 nearby
  • Ajmeer Manzil0.4 km
  • Fifteens at Standish0.1 km
  • Humble Pie Cafe0.4 km
  • Subway0.4 km
  • Wood Fold Fledglings Nursery0.5 km
  • + 15 more
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Supermarkets

4 nearby
  • Aldi0.5 km
  • Lidl0.9 km
  • Spar Store0.5 km
  • Co-Op0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

11 nearby
  • Rainbow0.2 km
  • Tim's La Mama Pizza Kebab House0.4 km
  • Silver Crown0.5 km
  • Three Guys Standish0.4 km
  • Wok's Cooking0.5 km
  • + 6 more
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Retailers - Other

6 nearby
  • Bargain Booze0.6 km
  • Galloways0.5 km
  • Harwoods Patisserie0.3 km
  • Robinsons Late Spot0.9 km
  • Standish Community Centre0.2 km
  • + 1 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Gathurst3.6 km
  • Appley Bridge4.0 km
  • Wigan Wallgate4.6 km

Bus Stops

  • High Street0.1 km
  • Standish Police Station0.2 km
  • Prospect Lodge0.2 km
  • Standish Police Station0.2 km
  • Grove Lane0.2 km