Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

HIGH STREET, WA3 3TG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGH STREET, WA3 3TG.

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Population

283

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 35,900 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WA3 3TG falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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10/10
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3/10
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6/10
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4/10
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6/10
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2/10
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9/10
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5/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Families dominate this postcode. With 57% owner-occupation and average age 43, WA3 3TG has the community stability of a well-balanced, mid-career demographic. £55k median prices reflect the premium buyers pay for this family-friendly stability.

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

WA3 3TG is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on High Street, 0.6km from Bank Heath in Golborne. Administratively it sits within Golborne and Lowton West ward and the Leigh constituency.

For families considering a move, WA3 3TG represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. By day, the area transitions to a non-metropolitan suburban areas character: white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 57% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Property: With prices averaging £55k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.

Census 2021 statistics for WA3 3TG are sourced from Output Area E00032158 (shared with 12 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 WA3 3TG. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.0%
Asian / British Asian4.9%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 3%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Flat

£ 53,250

12 sales · Mean £ 53,166

Terraced

£ 64,250

2 sales · Mean £ 64,250

school Local Schools

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St Thomas CofE Junior and Infant School

Good207 pupils0.2 km
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All Saints Catholic Primary School, Golborne, Wigan

Outstanding245 pupils0.3 km
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Golborne Community Primary School

Good307 pupils0.4 km
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Golborne High School

Outstanding1061 pupils0.7 km
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Lowton West Primary School

Good418 pupils1.1 km
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St Luke's CofE Primary School

Good218 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

fastfood

Takeaway Shop

14 nearby
  • Wok In Chippy1.0 km
  • Aroma0.0 km
  • Bubbles0.2 km
  • Church Street Chippy0.2 km
  • Deli-Licious0.6 km
  • + 9 more
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Retailers - Other

8 nearby
  • All Saints Food Bank Golborne0.1 km
  • AM To PM Convenience Store0.6 km
  • House of Balloons & Events0.2 km
  • Jenkinson's Butchers0.3 km
  • P & S Late Shop0.4 km
  • + 3 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • The Stonecross Table Table1.0 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • All Saints Catholic Club0.4 km
  • The Millstone0.5 km
  • Golborne Community(Members) Club0.2 km
  • Golborne Parkside Sports & Community Club,0.8 km
  • Golborne Community Bowling Club0.4 km
  • + 1 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • Bartlett Mitchell1.0 km
  • Hare & Hounds0.8 km
  • Lindley Outside Catering Ltd0.3 km
  • Sir Charles Napier0.2 km
  • Tree Top Play & Party Cafe0.4 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • B & M Stores0.4 km
  • Asda Superstore (Golborne)0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Newton-Le-Willows3.1 km
  • Earlestown4.1 km
  • Bryn4.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Railway Road0.0 km
  • Railway Road0.1 km
  • Church Green Gardens0.2 km
  • Salisbury Street0.2 km
  • Golborne Library0.3 km