WN7 1EH 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 1EH 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 £168k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 26.9% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WN7 1EH are sourced from Output Area E00032118 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ORCHARD LANE, WN7 1EH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ORCHARD LANE, WN7 1EH.
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 1EH 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. Property prices are trending down 26.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN7 1EH. 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
£ 168,000
5 sales · Mean £ 164,183
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 Michael's CofE Primary School, Howe Bridge
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- Costcutter1.0 km
- Kirk Off Licence0.8 km
- Leigh News0.7 km
- Stanley Wine0.9 km
- Gola Convenience Store/Premier Express1.0 km
- + 10 more
Restaurant, Cafe
12 nearby- The Candy Drop0.7 km
- Indian Flavours1.0 km
- Homemade0.7 km
- Munchie's0.7 km
- The Sandwich Bar0.6 km
- + 7 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Hilton Park0.6 km
- Leigh Bowling Club No2 Limited0.9 km
- Ale House1.0 km
- Jazz Loft0.9 km
- Leigh Labour Club0.9 km
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
- Atherton3.2 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: WN71EH · Data under Open Government Licence