Astley ward is located in the northeastern part of Wigan, Greater Manchester. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semidetached properties, and modern developments. Astley is bordered by the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, which adds a scenic element to the locality. The ward also includes parts of Astley Moss, a peatland area with ecological significance.
The community is served by local amenities such as shops, schools, and pubs, with St Stephen’s Church being a notable landmark. Public transport links connect Astley to Wigan town centre and nearby Manchester. The area retains a village-like atmosphere despite its proximity to urban centres, with green spaces like Stubshaw Cross Recreation Ground providing leisure opportunities. Astley’s industrial past, including coal mining, has shaped its development over time.
On average Astley has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels. Approximately 5.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Astley is £45,255 per year. There are 5 schools in Astley: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
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Truro Road
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Whimbrel Road
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Petrel Close
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Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common
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Ley Road
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Abbotts Green
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Abbotts Green
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Hope Street
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First Avenue
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Berryfold Way
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Seathwaite Close
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Glastonbury Road
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Peel Lane
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Parnell Close
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Kittiwake Close
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Windsor Avenue
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Abbotts Green
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Well Street
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Astley Road
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Kermishaw Nook
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Woodlands Road
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Tyldesley South
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Albany Grove
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Kirkfell Drive
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Grundy's Close
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Briary Drive
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Peel Lane
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Ashwood Close
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Lichfield Avenue
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Maden Street
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Astley Street
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Astley Street
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Abbotts Green
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Abbotts Green
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Westgate Drive
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Meads Grove
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Thirlmere Avenue
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Clyde Road
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Tyldesley North
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Hadbutt Lane
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Astley Road
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Bodmin Road
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Lichfield Avenue
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Stour Road
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Lodge Drive
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Morley's Lane
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Hawkworth
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Abbotts Green
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Green Avenue
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Tiverton Close
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Merlewood Drive
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Tanhouse Avenue
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Abbotts Green
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Astley Street
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Abbotts Green
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Parkdale
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Purbeck Way
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Greenland Close
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Brown Street
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Nook Lane
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Hen Fold Road
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Chancery Close
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Ellesmere Street
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Tyldesley South
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Kittiwake Close
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East Lancashire Road
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North Lane
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Ennerdale Road
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Crossgill
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Coach Road
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Abbotts Green
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Higher Green Lane
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Lower Green Lane
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East Lancashire Road
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Meadow Nook
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Clifton Avenue
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Astley Road
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Limewood Meadow
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Abbotts Green
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Boatmans Row
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Lingards Lane
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Garner Drive
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Fieldhurst Close
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Garden Street
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Porterfield Drive
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Astley Street
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Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common
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Yewbarrow Close
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Brook Drive
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Nook Lane
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Rindle Road
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Manor Road
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Windsor Avenue