WA3 1AY is a mixed residential area on Brook Street, 0.3km from Lowton Common in Golborne. Administratively it sits within Lowton East ward and the Leigh constituency.
For families considering a move, WA3 1AY represents a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 40 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: Average house prices are around £290k, down 7.8% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WA3 1AY are sourced from Output Area E00031936 (shared with 20 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BROOK STREET, WA3 1AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BROOK STREET, WA3 1AY.
291
40
£ 41,400 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WA3 1AY spans multiple life stages — average age 40, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 7.8% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA3 1AY. The average age is 39.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 290,000
3 sales · Mean £ 312,833
Terraced
£ 212,500
2 sales · Mean £ 212,500
school Local Schools
Lowton St Mary's CofE (Voluntary Aided) Primary School
Lowton Church of England High School
Lowton Junior and Infant School
Gilded Hollins Community School
St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Lowton
St Luke's CofE Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
6 nearby- Deli-licious0.4 km
- Shepherds Inn0.6 km
- Leigh Genesis FC0.7 km
- The Galley at LLSC0.6 km
- Leigh and Lowton Sailing Club Cafe0.6 km
- + 1 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Lowton Social Club0.9 km
- Leigh & Lowton Sailing Club0.6 km
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Morrisons Daily0.9 km
- Mini Market0.5 km
- St Marys Community Hall0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Fu Kwai0.9 km
- You You's Fish & Chips Chinese Takeaway0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton-Le-Willows4.9 km
- Earlestown6.3 km
- Bryn6.6 km
Bus Stops
- Sandy Lane0.3 km
- Sandy Lane0.4 km
- Morgans Way0.4 km
- Pocket Nook Lane0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: WA31AY · Data under Open Government Licence