WN5 0BJ is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on City Road, 0.2km from Kitt Green in Orrell. Administratively it sits within Pemberton ward and the Wigan constituency.
An affordable area with active regeneration, WN5 0BJ is 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. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a non-metropolitan suburban areas zone — white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. Residents average 48 years old — this is a settled, predominantly owner-occupied area with a stable, community-minded population. 57% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 23% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.
Property: With prices averaging £120k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area. The Index of Multiple Deprivation places this area in the most deprived 20% nationally — this often means more affordable prices and active local authority investment, but also fewer amenities and higher benefit dependency.
Census 2021 statistics for WN5 0BJ are sourced from Output Area E00032433 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CITY ROAD, WN5 0BJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CITY ROAD, WN5 0BJ.
190
48
£ 35,100 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: WN5 0BJ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
WN5 0BJ has a significant social housing presence — 57% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Low crime and a young population give this estate more upside than first impressions suggest.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN5 0BJ. The average age is 47.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Peaceful and mature. The demographic data points to a concentration of older adults living across a mix of tenures.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 103,500
6 sales · Mean £ 99,992
school Local Schools
Dean Trust Wigan
Marsh Green Primary School
Westfield Community School
Orrell Lamberhead Green Academy
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Wigan
St John's CofE Primary School
St Peter's Catholic High School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
11 nearby- Right Choices0.9 km
- Bell Lane Convenience Store0.4 km
- Kitt Green Post Office0.2 km
- McColls0.8 km
- Company Shop Ltd0.6 km
- + 6 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Kitt Green Tavern0.3 km
- Old Springs0.7 km
- St Thomas's Labour Club0.5 km
- Norley Hall Cricket Club0.3 km
- Wigan St Cuthberts & Norley Hall Sports & Community Club0.5 km
Restaurant, Cafe
8 nearby- Elior - Wincanton - Heinz Wigan0.9 km
- Mrs Jenkins Travelling Tearoom Bakes0.8 km
- Olive Catering (at Heinz)0.3 km
- C-TEC (Computionics Limited)0.9 km
- Fur Clemt0.8 km
- + 3 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Smartchoices0.5 km
- Spar0.3 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Happy Hong0.5 km
- Florancia's0.4 km
- Kitt Green Chippy0.3 km
- Master Wok0.4 km
- Norley Hall Fish Bar0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gathurst1.6 km
- Pemberton2.0 km
- Orrell2.5 km
Bus Stops
- Peter Street0.0 km
- Peter Street0.1 km
- Miners Arms0.1 km
- Smith Avenue0.2 km
- Smith Avenue0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WN50BJ · Data under Open Government Licence