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Atherton North

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About

Atherton North is a residential ward located in the town of Atherton, part of the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan. The area is primarily made up of housing, with a mix of terraced, semi-detached, and detached properties. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of residents. Public transport links provide connections to Wigan and surrounding areas.

The ward features green spaces such as Atherton Park and the nearby Hindsford Brook, offering recreational opportunities. Industrial heritage is visible in parts of the area, reflecting its historical ties to coal mining and textiles. Community facilities, including libraries and sports clubs, serve the local population. Atherton North maintains a quiet, suburban character while remaining close to larger urban centres.

Area overview

On average Atherton North has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 28.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Atherton North is £35,297 per year. There are 6 schools in Atherton North: 5 primary (0 Outstanding and 5 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

3/10

Social housing

28.1%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Property prices in Atherton North

Based on 165 recent sales, the median property price is £178,000 in Atherton North area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £490,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	23	£300,000	£202,500	£263,889	£325,750	£404,750
Flats	6	£74,475	£62,125	£68,625	£79,950	£86,738
Semi-Detached	79	£185,000	£137,900	£165,000	£226,500	£293,450
Terraced	57	£142,000	£104,800	£125,000	£166,000	£216,000

10 years price trend in Atherton North

All postcodes in Atherton North

M469QL

Hexham Close

M469RQ

Upton Road

M469RU

Atherton North

M469RY

Warren Close

M469SA

Buxton Close

M469WA

Marton Drive

M469EA

Birch Road

M469JZ

Bolton Old Road

M469LS

Marlborough Road

M469NF

Gloucester Street

M469RS

Alder Street

M469SF

Denbigh Grove

M469TJ

Hillside Avenue

M469WH

Car Bank Crescent

M469WJ

Car Bank Avenue

M460HY

Second Avenue

M460JH

Water Street

M469GB

Devonshire Road

M469JY

Bolton Road

M469LN

Prescot Avenue

M469RA

Atherton North

M469WG

Peak Avenue

M469WS

Lowe Avenue

M460EZ

Bag Lane

M460FD

Bag Lane

M460GY

Alma Street

M460HE

Brierfield Avenue

M460HN

Cherry Tree Grove

M460JS

Brook Street

M469JJ

Hesketh Street

M469PD

Spa Road

M469PE

Dalebank

M469WB

Brooklands Avenue

M469XE

Colwyn Grove

M460DW

Market Street

M460EP

Mather Street

M460HL

Bag Lane

M460JQ

Wigan Road

M469GJ

Dorset Road

M469PB

Rainbow Drive

M469RH

Upton Road

M469TF

Kent Road

M460JU

Water Street

M460LG

Liscard Street

M460FG

Sumner Street

M460FA

Alma Street

M460JB

Gloucester Street

M460RH

Colliery Lane

M469GL

Alston Lea

M469JT

Canterbury Close

M469RJ

Upton Road

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail