Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

STANDISHGATE, WN1 1ER House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STANDISHGATE, WN1 1ER.

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Population

121

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Avg Age

29

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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2/10
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10/10
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10/10
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9/10
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6/10
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10/10
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1/10
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4/10
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Area Character

WN1 1ER is a student and graduate zone — average age 29, 65% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. Low crime and budget prices are a strong draw for students and early-career renters.

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

WN1 1ER is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Standishgate, 0.2km from Water Heyes in Wigan. Administratively it sits within Wigan Central ward and the Wigan constituency.

For renters and young professionals, WN1 1ER offers a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The community skews young professional (average age 29) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 65% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants. The area has a notably diverse population — 36% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Wigan. Employment levels are high (49% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for WN1 1ER are sourced from Output Area E00181495 (shared with 34 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 WN1 1ER. The average age is 28.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British63.9%
Asian / British Asian14.3%
Black / African / Caribbean1.7%
Other / Mixed20.2%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 49%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

WN1 1ER has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

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St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School

Outstanding212 pupils0.1 km
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Mab's Cross Primary School

Good474 pupils0.1 km
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Douglas Valley Nursery School

Outstanding102 pupils0.3 km
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The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College

Good1422 pupils0.8 km
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St Patrick's Catholic Primary School

Outstanding345 pupils0.9 km
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St Catharine's CofE Primary School

Good205 pupils0.9 km
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Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery

Good332 pupils1.1 km
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Dean Trust Rose Bridge

Inadequate672 pupils1.2 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

34 nearby
  • Old Pear Tree0.8 km
  • The Swinley0.3 km
  • Whelley Ex Servicemans Club0.7 km
  • Barney's0.7 km
  • Fox and Goose0.1 km
  • + 29 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

102 nearby
  • Mr Wang's Restaurant0.8 km
  • Springfield & Beech Hll Community Food Pantry0.9 km
  • JK's Kitchen1.0 km
  • Tesco Family Dining Ltd0.2 km
  • Armed Forces HQ CIC0.5 km
  • + 97 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

41 nearby
  • Burger Boss0.8 km
  • Nutra Preps Limited1.0 km
  • Mr Joe's0.8 km
  • Mr Joe's0.8 km
  • Papa John's Pizza0.9 km
  • + 36 more
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Retailers - Other

56 nearby
  • Jeds Pantry0.6 km
  • Acid Sweets0.4 km
  • Greenhalghs0.5 km
  • Holland and Barrett0.5 km
  • Mesnes Convenience Store0.7 km
  • + 51 more
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Supermarkets

5 nearby
  • Poundland0.5 km
  • Spar0.7 km
  • Tesco0.2 km
  • Wigan Lane Mini Market0.3 km
  • Whelley Discount Store0.7 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Charles Dickens0.2 km
  • Mecure Wigan Oak Hotel0.3 km
  • Premier Inn0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wigan0.8 km
  • Wigan Wallgate0.8 km
  • Wigan North Western0.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Scarisbrick Street0.1 km
  • Scarisbrick Street0.1 km
  • Brick Kiln Lane0.2 km
  • Brick Kiln Lane0.2 km
  • Central Park Way (northbd)(to def.route)0.2 km