WN2 1BE is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on Camberwell Crescent, 0.3km from Whelley in Wigan. Administratively it sits within Aspull New Springs Whelley ward and the Wigan constituency.
For families considering a move, WN2 1BE represents a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — manufacturing, energy and utilities. With an average age of 51, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 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: With prices averaging £150k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for WN2 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00032407 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CAMBERWELL CRESCENT, WN2 1BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CAMBERWELL CRESCENT, WN2 1BE.
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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 1BE is a mixed residential postcode — average age 51, 94% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. 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 1BE. 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
£ 112,000
4 sales · Mean £ 117,250
Terraced
£ 99,000
1 sales · Mean £ 99,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-10)
WN2 1BE 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
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- White Lion & Railway0.3 km
- The Swinley1.0 km
- Crown Hotel0.8 km
- Whelley Sports and Community Club0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Mount Cafe and Food For Thought Vending Services0.3 km
- Aroma Cafe Bar0.5 km
- Earl Of Balcarres1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Baz's Marmaris0.2 km
- Oliva0.5 km
- China Town0.2 km
- Mac Chicken0.5 km
- Vlora Fish Bar0.6 km
- + 1 more
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Jeds Pantry0.6 km
- 3A's Petroleum Ltd0.4 km
- AJ 's Convenience Store0.2 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.2 km
- Whelley Discount Store0.6 km
- Spar0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ince1.8 km
- Wigan1.8 km
- Wigan Wallgate1.8 km
Bus Stops
- Ashbourne Avenue0.1 km
- Ashbourne Avenue0.1 km
- Ashbourne Avenue0.1 km
- The Alexandra0.1 km
- Plantation Gates0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WN21BE · Data under Open Government Licence