WN7 1EF is a mixed residential area on Orchard Lane, 0.3km from Lilford in Leigh (Wigan). Administratively it sits within Leigh East ward and the Leigh constituency.
For families considering a move, WN7 1EF represents a quiet, spacious area popular with retirees — large homes, very low turnover. This is a settled, family-oriented neighbourhood (average age 53) — stable, lower-turnover, predominantly owner-occupied. 91% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: With prices averaging £126k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WN7 1EF are sourced from Output Area E00032118 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ORCHARD LANE, WN7 1EF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD LANE, WN7 1EF.
336
53
£ 39,600 /yr
42%
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
WN7 1EF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 53, 91% 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 WN7 1EF. The average age is 53.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
home Property Prices by Type
Flat
£ 130,000
12 sales · Mean £ 146,833
school Local Schools
Leigh St John's CofE Primary
Leigh CofE Primary School
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Leigh
Leigh Central Primary School
Leigh St Mary's CofE Primary School
Westleigh St Paul's CofE Primary School
Twelve Apostles Catholic Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Leigh
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- The Candy Drop0.7 km
- Indian Flavours1.0 km
- Homemade0.7 km
- Munchie's0.7 km
- The Sandwich Bar0.6 km
- + 8 more
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Kirk Off Licence0.8 km
- Leigh News0.7 km
- Stanley Wine0.9 km
- Gola Convenience Store/Premier Express1.0 km
- Costcutter0.9 km
- + 9 more
Pub, NightClub
6 nearby- Hilton Park0.6 km
- Leigh Bowling Club No2 Limited0.9 km
- Leigh Liberal Club1.0 km
- Ale House0.9 km
- Jazz Loft0.9 km
- + 1 more
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Gordon Street Chippy0.8 km
- Grill Master0.6 km
- King Grillerz0.9 km
- Kirkhall Lane Chippy0.8 km
- Mandarin0.6 km
- + 9 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Asda1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Hag Fold3.2 km
- Atherton3.3 km
- Daisy Hill3.7 km
Bus Stops
- Platt Fold Road0.3 km
- Platt Fold Road0.3 km
- Leigh Infirmary0.3 km
- Leigh Infirmary0.3 km
- Leigh Infirmary0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WN71EF · Data under Open Government Licence