Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

WHEAT CLOSE, WN2 1BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHEAT CLOSE, WN2 1BY.

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Population

384

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 41,800 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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9/10
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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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4/10
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5/10
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9/10
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6/10
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10/10
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Area Character

WN2 1BY is an established family neighbourhood — 70% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

WN2 1BY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Wheat Close, 0.1km from Top Lock in Wigan. Administratively it sits within Aspull New Springs Whelley ward and the Wigan constituency.

For families considering a move, WN2 1BY represents these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. During the day, manufacturing, energy and utilities. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 70% 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 £195k.

Census 2021 statistics for WN2 1BY are sourced from Output Area E00032398 (shared with 15 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 WN2 1BY. The average age is 36.2. 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 Asian1.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 180,995

7 sales · Mean £ 179,952

Detached

£ 224,995

4 sales · Mean £ 226,495

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

WN2 1BY has low crime rates — 0 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and theft from the person. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft1
Theft from the person1

school Local Schools

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Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan

Outstanding137 pupils0.4 km
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Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery

Good332 pupils1.0 km
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Dean Trust Rose Bridge

Inadequate672 pupils1.5 km
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Aspull Church Primary School

Good207 pupils1.5 km
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Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan

Outstanding211 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • The Mount Cafe and Food For Thought Vending Services0.7 km
  • Colliers Arms0.5 km
  • Kirkless Cafe0.5 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Baz's Marmaris0.7 km
  • China Town0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • AJ 's Convenience Store0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Crown Hotel0.3 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Kirkless Hall Inn0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ince2.2 km
  • Hindley2.3 km
  • Wigan2.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Bakersfield0.1 km
  • Kirklees Street0.1 km
  • Chapel Street0.1 km
  • Bakersfield0.1 km
  • Ash Lane (to def.jct)0.2 km