Postcode Analysis Wigan, North West

LINKWAY AVENUE, WN4 8XE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LINKWAY AVENUE, WN4 8XE.

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Population

232

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 41,300 /yr

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Employed

41%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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8/10
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6/10
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3/10
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3/10
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4/10
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7/10
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10/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Average age 56, 94% owned. WN4 8XE is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character of this neighbourhood.

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

WN4 8XE is a well-regarded residential area on Linkway Avenue, 0.6km from Stubshaw in Ashton-in-Makerfield. Administratively it sits within Ashton ward and the Makerfield constituency.

For serious buyers, WN4 8XE is a mature suburban area dominated by older, retired homeowners. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. An established, mature community with an average age of 56 — quiet, long-term residents, low turnover. 94% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Property: Average house prices are around £212k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for WN4 8XE are sourced from Output Area E00031544 (shared with 10 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 8XE. The average age is 55.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.7%
Asian / British Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

41%Active
FT: 26%
Unemployed: 3%
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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

Detached

£ 202,500

2 sales · Mean £ 202,500

Semi-Detached

£ 152,500

2 sales · Mean £ 152,500

school Local Schools

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Willow Grove Primary School

Outstanding63 pupils0.1 km
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St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School

Good199 pupils0.5 km
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St Thomas CofE Primary School

Good199 pupils1.3 km
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Abram Bryn Gates Primary School

Requires Improvement133 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Brunch Box0.2 km
  • Harrow Inn0.6 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Ming Garden0.2 km
  • Hong Kong Kitchen0.9 km
  • Mather's Sandwich Bar1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Shop Locally0.3 km
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Pub, NightClub

3 nearby
  • Ashton Town F C0.5 km
  • Stubshaw Cross Community & Sports Club0.5 km
  • Triangle Snooker Club0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bryn2.1 km
  • Garswood3.7 km
  • Newton-Le-Willows4.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Conway Road (to def rte)0.2 km
  • Conway Road (to def rte)0.2 km
  • Conway Road (to def rte)0.3 km
  • Conway Road (to def rte)0.3 km
  • School Street0.3 km