WN5 0DN is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Silverdale Road, 0.1km from The Bell in Orrell. Administratively it sits within Pemberton ward and the Wigan constituency.
For families considering a move, WN5 0DN represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. Outside of residential hours, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. At 41 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Property: With prices averaging £127k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, up 171.4% year-on-year. 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 0DN are sourced from Output Area E00032434 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SILVERDALE ROAD, WN5 0DN House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SILVERDALE ROAD, WN5 0DN.
254
41
£ 35,100 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Owner-occupied, family-oriented, and settled. WN5 0DN's 72% ownership and 41-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 up 171.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WN5 0DN. The average age is 40.9. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 159,000
12 sales · Mean £ 151,416
Terraced
£ 79,000
6 sales · Mean £ 89,166
Flat
£ 65,000
3 sales · Mean £ 62,333
school Local Schools
Dean Trust Wigan
Orrell Lamberhead Green Academy
St John's CofE Primary School
Westfield Community School
St Peter's Catholic High School
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Wigan
Marsh Green Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
11 nearby- Orrell St James ARLFC0.9 km
- Fishergate Inn0.8 km
- Norley Hall Cricket Club0.3 km
- Number 150.9 km
- Pemberton Masonic Club1.0 km
- + 6 more
Retailers - Other
18 nearby- England & Sons0.9 km
- Go Local Extra - Norley Shop & Save0.8 km
- Greenhalgh's Craft Bakery0.9 km
- Heron Foods0.9 km
- St Francis Church Hall0.5 km
- + 13 more
Takeaway Shop
18 nearby- Ling's Wok0.9 km
- Corleone pizza also TA Panda0.9 km
- Florancia's0.7 km
- Jamuna Tandoori Takeaway0.8 km
- Kitt Green Chippy0.3 km
- + 13 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Fur Clemt1.0 km
- FUR CLEMT (AR)1.0 km
- Inclusive Tennis CIC0.9 km
- Peek-A-Boo0.9 km
- The Coffee Shop0.9 km
- + 10 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Spar0.3 km
- Smartchoices0.3 km
- Tesco Express0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Gathurst1.7 km
- Pemberton1.9 km
- Orrell2.1 km
Bus Stops
- Bell Lane (opp WK0175) (to define route)0.1 km
- Latham Lane0.1 km
- Greenhey0.2 km
- Peter Street0.2 km
- Greenhey0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: WN50DN · Data under Open Government Licence