Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

MARYLEBONE PLACE, WN1 2NS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MARYLEBONE PLACE, WN1 2NS.

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Population

326

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Avg Age

47

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Avg Income

£ 44,400 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WN1 2NS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.

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7/10
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10/10
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8/10
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1/10
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8/10
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8/10
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9/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, WN1 2NS combines high owner-occupation (87%), strong property values (£471k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

WN1 2NS is a sought-after residential area on Marylebone Place, 0.2km from Marylebone in Wigan. Administratively it sits within Wigan Central ward and the Wigan constituency.

For serious buyers, WN1 2NS is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — major hospitals and public administration with diverse workforces. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 87% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £471k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WN1 2NS are sourced from Output Area E00032286 (shared with 11 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 2NS. The average age is 46.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.9%
Asian / British Asian1.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed0.9%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 36%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 837,500

6 sales · Mean £ 843,750

Semi-Detached

£ 163,825

2 sales · Mean £ 163,825

Terraced

£ 155,000

9 sales · Mean £ 159,111

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-09)

WN1 2NS has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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Woodfield Primary School

Outstanding211 pupils0.3 km
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Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery

Good332 pupils1.0 km
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St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School

Outstanding212 pupils1.2 km
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Mab's Cross Primary School

Good474 pupils1.2 km
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Douglas Valley Nursery School

Outstanding102 pupils1.3 km
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Beech Hill Community Primary School

Good308 pupils1.5 km
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Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan

Outstanding137 pupils1.5 km
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Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School

Good415 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Go Local/Wigan News0.9 km
  • Lawless Wigan Ltd0.9 km
  • Jeds Pantry0.8 km
  • Whitley Methodist Church Luncheon Club0.6 km
  • Wigan Rugby Union Football Club0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Wigan Bowling Green Ltd0.5 km
  • The Swinley0.8 km
  • Fox and Goose0.9 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

18 nearby
  • Gin Lane0.8 km
  • Leo's0.9 km
  • Papa Luigi's Wigan0.8 km
  • Gelato Royale0.8 km
  • Caffe Rosso0.9 km
  • + 13 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Wigan Lane Mini Market0.8 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

9 nearby
  • Alendo0.9 km
  • Chunky Chick-Inn0.8 km
  • Manhattan Pizza0.9 km
  • Tamarind0.8 km
  • Wing Wang0.9 km
  • + 4 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Wigan Wallgate1.8 km
  • Wigan1.8 km
  • Wigan North Western1.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Marylebone Place0.1 km
  • Marylebone Place0.2 km
  • Tennyson Drive0.2 km
  • Mesnes Road0.3 km
  • Mesnes Road (SWbnd to def rte)0.3 km