WN2 1AB is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Stroud Close, 0.4km from Whelley in Wigan. Administratively it sits within Aspull New Springs Whelley ward and the Wigan constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a manufacturing, energy and utilities zone — manufacturing, energy and utilities. Residents average 51 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 94% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 0 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £200k.
Census 2021 statistics for WN2 1AB are sourced from Output Area E00032407 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
STROUD CLOSE, WN2 1AB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for STROUD CLOSE, WN2 1AB.
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51
£ 41,800 /yr
50%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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.
Area Character
WN2 1AB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 94% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. £200k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN2 1AB. The average age is 51.0. 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: 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
Semi-Detached
£ 200,000
5 sales · Mean £ 200,400
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)
WN2 1AB 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.
school Local Schools
Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan
Dean Trust Rose Bridge
Douglas Valley Nursery School
St Catharine's CofE Primary School
St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School
Mab's Cross Primary School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Jeds Pantry0.7 km
- 3A's Petroleum Ltd0.5 km
- AJ 's Convenience Store0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Crown Hotel0.7 km
- Whelley Sports and Community Club0.7 km
- White Lion & Railway0.4 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.1 km
- Whelley Discount Store0.7 km
- Spar0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- China Town0.2 km
- Mac Chicken0.6 km
- Vlora Fish Bar0.7 km
- Canadian Pizza0.7 km
- Baz's Marmaris0.2 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
2 nearby- Aroma Cafe Bar0.6 km
- The Mount Cafe and Food For Thought Vending Services0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ince1.9 km
- Wigan1.9 km
- Wigan Wallgate2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Cheltenham Street0.1 km
- Tamworth Drive0.1 km
- Tamworth Drive0.1 km
- Cheltenham Street0.1 km
- Whelley0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WN21AB · Data under Open Government Licence