WA3 3DH is a mixed residential area on Barton Street, 0.3km from Bank Heath in Golborne. Administratively it sits within Golborne and Lowton West ward and the Leigh constituency.
For families considering a move, WA3 3DH represents a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. The daytime character shifts — industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. The 37 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: With prices averaging £116k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 32.3% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for WA3 3DH are sourced from Output Area E00031538 (shared with 16 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BARTON STREET, WA3 3DH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARTON STREET, WA3 3DH.
402
37
£ 35,900 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WA3 3DH falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
WA3 3DH is an established family neighbourhood — 57% owner-occupation and an average age of 37 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode. Property prices are trending up 32.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WA3 3DH. The average age is 37.4. 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 & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 125,000
11 sales · Mean £ 128,454
Terraced
£ 87,000
17 sales · Mean £ 95,579
school Local Schools
Golborne Community Primary School
St Thomas CofE Junior and Infant School
All Saints Catholic Primary School, Golborne, Wigan
Golborne High School
Lowton West Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
14 nearby- Wok In Chippy0.7 km
- Aroma0.3 km
- Bubbles0.3 km
- Church Street Chippy0.5 km
- Deli-Licious0.6 km
- + 9 more
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- All Saints Food Bank Golborne0.4 km
- AM To PM Convenience Store0.9 km
- House of Balloons & Events0.3 km
- Jenkinson's Butchers0.3 km
- P & S Late Shop0.1 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- All Saints Catholic Club0.4 km
- The Millstone0.2 km
- Golborne Community(Members) Club0.2 km
- Sycamore Golf Centre1.0 km
- Golborne Community Bowling Club0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
13 nearby- Lindley Outside Catering Ltd0.2 km
- Sir Charles Napier0.3 km
- Tree Top Play & Party Cafe0.5 km
- Work Space Hub0.5 km
- Don Pino Restaurant0.2 km
- + 8 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- B & M Stores0.4 km
- Asda Superstore (Golborne)0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Newton-Le-Willows2.9 km
- Earlestown3.8 km
- Bryn3.9 km
Bus Stops
- Grimshaw Street0.1 km
- Grimshaw Street0.1 km
- Salisbury Street0.2 km
- Salisbury Street0.2 km
- Railway Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: WA33DH · Data under Open Government Licence