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Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common

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About

Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common are neighbouring areas in Wigan, situated near the border with Salford and Trafford. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types, from terraced homes to larger detached properties. Local amenities include shops, pubs, and schools, catering to everyday needs. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal runs through Astley, offering walking and cycling routes.

Green spaces are a notable feature, with areas like Blackmoor Park providing recreational opportunities. The nearby Astley Moss and Chat Moss are remnants of historic peatlands, offering nature trails. Transport links include bus services and proximity to the M60 and M62 motorways, making Manchester and other nearby towns easily accessible. The area retains a quiet, community-focused atmosphere while being well-connected to urban centres.

Area overview

On average Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 6.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common is £44,700 per year. There are 4 schools in Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
6.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common Population
9,439
Population density
530.9 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
8,483
89.83%
Other White
207
2.19%
African
126
1.33%
Chinese
107
1.13%
Irish
83
0.88%
Total population: 9,443

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,725
43.05%
Owns outright
1,445
36.06%
Private landlord or letting agency
336
8.39%
Social rents from council
307
7.66%
Shared ownership
103
2.57%
Total households: 4,007

Property prices in Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common

Based on 148 recent sales, the median property price is £262,500 in Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £605,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached41£407,500
Flats6£186,250
Semi-Detached78£252,500
Terraced23£216,000

10 years median price trend in Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common.

All postcodes in Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common

M281SA

Greenwood Close

M298QY

North Bank Close

M298SQ

Parr Brook Gardens

M297ST

Lark Field Close

M298QH

Bankfield Road

M298SD

Garrett Meadow

M281BR

Ashdown Drive

M281PT

Meadowgrass Gardens

M297HG

Higher Green Lane

M297HW

Dee Road

M297QX

Peel Lane

M297QG

Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common

M297RP

Bickley Grove

M298PU

Cranshaw Street

M298QT

Clifton Street

M297EE

Abbotts Green

M297LE

Great Moss Road

M297SY

Garrett Lane

M298RG

Great Boys Close

M281BQ

Queens Close

M281PH

Norton Road

M297DH

South Lane

M297DS

Penketh Avenue

M297FD

Lingards Drive

M297SZ

Meadowsweet Close

M298PS

Sale Lane

M298SE

North Fold Close

M281AT

Grange Road

M281PJ

Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common

M297GW

The Hillock

M297EA

Caldwell Avenue

M297FJ

Abbotts Green

M297GF

Greenland Road

M297QS

Scott Street

M297QU

Lower Green Lane

M297SS

Astley Brook Close

M297SU

Coldalhurst Lane

M298PX

Hillcrest Road

M298XT

Ashmore Street

M297ET

Coach Road

M297GD

Loughrigg Close

M297NT

Blackmoor Avenue

M298RB

Bank House Close

M281BG

Lindale Road

M281DW

Chaddock Lane

M297JS

Chaddock Lane

M297JY

Chaddock Lane

M298RE

Clondberry Close

M298RR

Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common

M281AP

Eastacre Mews

M281EL

Oliver Fold Close

M297HT

Merton Grove

M297JT

Chaddock Lane

M297LU

Astley Road

M297QT

Higher Green Lane

WA35PX

Light Oaks Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/11/2025.