WN2 1AW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Bamford Drive, 0.4km from Whelley in Wigan. Administratively it sits within Aspull New Springs Whelley ward and the Wigan constituency.
For families considering a move, WN2 1AW represents a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. The 52 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 93% 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: With prices averaging £153k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WN2 1AW are sourced from Output Area E00032408 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BAMFORD DRIVE, WN2 1AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BAMFORD DRIVE, WN2 1AW.
280
52
£ 41,800 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WN2 1AW falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WN2 1AW spans multiple life stages — average age 52, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN2 1AW. The average age is 52.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 145,000
4 sales · Mean £ 145,625
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)
WN2 1AW 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
St Catharine's CofE Primary School
Douglas Valley Nursery School
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School
St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School
Mab's Cross Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Jeds Pantry0.8 km
- 3A's Petroleum Ltd0.5 km
- AJ 's Convenience Store0.2 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Crown Hotel0.8 km
- Whelley Sports and Community Club0.6 km
- White Lion & Railway0.4 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.3 km
- Whelley Discount Store0.6 km
- Spar0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- China Town0.2 km
- Mac Chicken0.6 km
- Vlora Fish Bar0.7 km
- Canadian Pizza0.6 km
- Baz's Marmaris0.2 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
4 nearby- Aroma Cafe Bar0.6 km
- Kirkless Cafe0.9 km
- Earl Of Balcarres1.0 km
- The Mount Cafe and Food For Thought Vending Services0.4 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Kirkless Hall Inn1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ince1.6 km
- Wigan1.8 km
- Wigan Wallgate1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Camberwell Crescent0.1 km
- Bamford Drive0.1 km
- Ashbourne Avenue0.1 km
- Ashbourne Avenue0.1 km
- Camberwell Crescent0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WN21AW · Data under Open Government Licence