WN2 1BW is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood located 0.5km from Whelley in Wigan. Administratively it sits within Aspull New Springs Whelley ward and the Wigan constituency.
For families considering a move, WN2 1BW 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.
Census 2021 statistics for WN2 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00032407 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WN2 1BW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WN2 1BW.
284
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 1BW 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 1BW. 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
Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)
WN2 1BW 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 Hotel0.6 km
- Whelley Sports and Community Club0.7 km
- White Lion & Railway0.4 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Tesco0.1 km
- Whelley Discount Store0.8 km
- Spar0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- China Town0.2 km
- Mac Chicken0.6 km
- Vlora Fish Bar0.8 km
- Canadian Pizza0.8 km
- Baz's Marmaris0.2 km
- + 1 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Aroma Cafe Bar0.6 km
- Colliers Arms1.0 km
- The Mount Cafe and Food For Thought Vending Services0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Wigan1.9 km
- Ince1.9 km
- Wigan Wallgate2.0 km
Bus Stops
- Cheltenham Street0.0 km
- Cheltenham Street0.1 km
- Whelley0.1 km
- Tamworth Drive0.1 km
- Tamworth Drive0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: WN21BW · Data under Open Government Licence