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Astley

England / North West / Wigan / Astley

About

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.

Area overview

On average Astley has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. 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).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
5.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Astley

Based on 141 recent sales, the median property price is £255,000 in Astley area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £605,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached38£361,250
Flats2£81,750
Semi-Detached84£244,000
Terraced17£190,000

10 years price trend in Astley

All postcodes in Astley

M297FN

Caldwell Close

M297GN

Burnside Close

M297JU

Kennedy Road

M297HH

Stour Road

M297JF

Lower Green Lane

M297LR

Rindle Road

M297PJ

Coombe Close

M297QY

Peel Lane

M298RP

Wayfarers Drive

WA35PY

Jennet's Lane

M297DN

Peace Street

M297EW

Higher Green Lane

M297HN

Avon Road

M297HS

Brook Drive

M297JN

Dunmail Close

M297JZ

Lower Green Lane

M297ND

Bullcroft Drive

M297PR

Charnwood Close

M297TN

Abbotts Green

M297WP

Winchester Avenue

M297DB

Clegg Street

M297EG

Loweswater Avenue

M297FU

Tyldesley South

M297GZ

Thirlmere Avenue

M297PE

Bodmin Road

M297PL

Yarn Croft

M297PU

Chalfont Drive

M297QA

Chiltern Way

M298RL

Mossfield Close

M297AJ

Cranworth Avenue

M297BT

Abbotts Green

M297EZ

Bodmin Road

M297HA

Treen Road

M297ST

Lark Field Close

M297DA

Abbotts Green

M297EB

Newlands Avenue

M297HG

Higher Green Lane

M297HW

Dee Road

M297QX

Peel Lane

M297QG

Astley, Blackmoor & Mosley Common

M297RE

Birtle Drive

M297RP

Bickley Grove

M297WY

Wycombe Drive

M297AP

Norwood Avenue

M297EE

Abbotts Green

M297LE

Great Moss Road

M297SY

Garrett Lane

M297WE

Minster Grove

M297AW

Prince's Avenue

M297BF

North Lane

M297DH

South Lane

M297DS

Penketh Avenue

M297FD

Lingards Drive

M297HD

Treen Road

M297PS

Kingsfield Way

M297SZ

Meadowsweet Close

M297GW

The Hillock

M297AD

North Lane

M297DL

School Street

M297EA

Caldwell Avenue

M297FJ

Abbotts Green

M297FT

Tyldesley South

M297GF

Greenland Road

M297PA

Bude Avenue

M297PP

Melton Close

M297PY

Ennerdale Road

M297QJ

Muirfield Drive

M297QS

Scott Street

M297QU

Lower Green Lane

M297RG

Riding Close

M297SS

Astley Brook Close

M297SU

Coldalhurst Lane

M297WD

Salisbury Way

M297WN

Abbey Road

M297AH

Beechwood Crescent

M297AQ

Prince's Avenue

M297DF

Abbotts Green

M297ET

Coach Road

M297GD

Loughrigg Close

M297NT

Blackmoor Avenue

M297PW

Cranleigh Drive

M297RH

Clyde Road

M298RQ

Garden Street

M297EQ

Rydal Close

M297FH

Abbotts Green

M297FW

Pendeen Close

M297JS

Chaddock Lane

M297JY

Chaddock Lane

M297NN

Ellenor Drive

M297FP

Moss Fold

M297HT

Merton Grove

M297JT

Chaddock Lane

M297LU

Astley Road

M297NG

Brindlehurst Drive

M297QT

Higher Green Lane

M297WA

Abbey Road

WA35PX

Light Oaks Road

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/09/2025.