Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

BARROW STREET, WN4 8SX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BARROW STREET, WN4 8SX.

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Population

318

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Avg Age

43

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Avg Income

£ 41,300 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: WN4 8SX falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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10/10
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5/10
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5/10
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4/10
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4/10
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3/10
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3/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. WN4 8SX's 65% ownership and 43-year average age put it squarely in the established family zone. Low crime and a maturing demographic make this one of the more stable postcodes in the district. Property prices are trending down 26.3% year-on-year.

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

WN4 8SX is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Barrow Street, 0.3km from Stubshaw Cross in Ashton-in-Makerfield. Administratively it sits within Ashton ward and the Makerfield constituency.

For families considering a move, WN4 8SX represents a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 65% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Property: With prices averaging £177k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 26.3% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for WN4 8SX are sourced from Output Area E00031543 (shared with 8 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 WN4 8SX. The average age is 42.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British96.2%
Asian / British Asian1.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.6%
Other / Mixed1.3%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 4%
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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 190,000

3 sales · Mean £ 173,333

Detached

£ 140,750

4 sales · Mean £ 137,625

school Local Schools

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St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School

Good199 pupils0.2 km
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Willow Grove Primary School

Outstanding63 pupils0.3 km
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St Thomas CofE Primary School

Good199 pupils1.0 km
P

St Oswald's Catholic Primary School

Good291 pupils1.5 km
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Abram Bryn Gates Primary School

Requires Improvement133 pupils1.5 km
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Nicol Mere School

Outstanding403 pupils1.6 km
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Cansfield High School

Good1030 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Ashton Convenience Store1.0 km
  • Shop Locally0.3 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Mama Mia1.0 km
  • Harrow Inn0.8 km
  • The Brunch Box0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Hong Kong Kitchen0.7 km
  • Mather's Sandwich Bar0.7 km
  • Ming Garden0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Ashton Town F C0.3 km
  • Stubshaw Cross Community & Sports Club0.3 km
  • Triangle Snooker Club0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bryn1.8 km
  • Garswood3.5 km
  • Newton-Le-Willows4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • School Street0.1 km
  • School Street0.2 km
  • East Street0.2 km
  • Upland Drive0.3 km
  • St Luke's Church0.3 km