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Golborne & Lowton West

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About

Golborne & Lowton West is a ward in the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, primarily consisting of the distinct communities of Golborne and Lowton. The area features a mix of residential housing, from Victorian terraces to more modern developments, alongside local retail centres serving daily needs. Industrial and commercial estates are present, particularly around the eastern edges, contributing to the local economy. The landscape includes pockets of green space and farmland, especially in the Lowton area, which retains a more semi-rural character compared to the urban density of Golborne town centre.

A notable local landmark is the historic St Luke's Church in Lowton, set within its own grounds. The ward is bordered by the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, which provides a route for recreation and wildlife. Transport links are defined by the A580 East Lancashire Road, a major arterial route running through the area. The overall environment is functional, with a focus on community facilities and practical infrastructure rather than tourist attractions.

Area overview

On average Golborne & Lowton West has high deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 15.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Golborne & Lowton West is £44,111 per year. There are 5 schools in Golborne & Lowton West: 4 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
10/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
15.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Golborne & Lowton West

Based on 147 recent sales, the median property price is £215,000 in Golborne & Lowton West area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £445,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Golborne & Lowton West 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 Golborne & Lowton West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached30£310,998
Flats9£103,500
Semi-Detached73£215,000
Terraced35£142,000

10 years median price trend in Golborne & Lowton West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Golborne & Lowton West.

All postcodes in Golborne & Lowton West

WA33HQ

Langdale Avenue

WA33LS

Knowsley Avenue

WA32ED

Slag Lane

WA33BT

High Street

WA33BU

High Street

WA33PA

Legh Street

WA33PS

Park Road

WA33RG

Halewood Avenue

WA33SD

Grimshaw Street

WA33TB

Whitefield Close

WA33XS

Millfield Park

WA33YX

Grainey Berry Field

WA32EW

Sawley Avenue

WA33ET

Rimington Avenue

WA33RJ

Helen Street

WA33AG

Worsley Street

WA33EW

Lowton Road

WA33GT

Bridge Bank Close

WA33JT

Holly Road

WA33LZ

Tewkesbury Road

WA33NR

Barn Lane

WA33QQ

Whitlow Avenue

WA33RL

Helen Street

WA33TG

High Street

WA33YD

Maryfield Close

WA33YN

East Meadow Close

WA33DL

Heath Street

WA33QX

Watson Avenue

WA33TR

Hepworth Close

WA33AY

Dam Lane

WA33DE

Beech Road

WA33DJ

Heath Street

WA33LH

Briar Road

WA33PJ

Kings Road

WA33SQ

Sycamore Avenue

WA33UF

Wigan Road

WA32HJ

Marmion Close

WA32HR

Woodvale Drive

WA33EB

East Avenue

WA33EH

Lowton Road

WA33EJ

Rothwell Road

WA33JL

Derby Road

WA33LE

Derby Road

WA33RA

Dunham Avenue

WA33SA

Bank Street

WA33YB

Wilmot Drive

WA33YY

Sherman Hill Close

WA31BT

Slag Lane

WA33AJ

Talbot Street

WA33DU

Elliott Avenue

WA33LD

Derby Road

WA33TD

Slaidburn Crescent

WA32HZ

Slag Lane

WA33NG

Thornfield Close

WA33QD

Bridge Street

WA32DP

Golborne Road

WA32JG

Scott Road

WA33AX

High Street

WA33BE

School Terrace

WA33EN

Waterworks Houses

WA33EZ

Pennine Lane

WA33SL

Lilac Road

WA33SZ

Gisburn Avenue

WA33XN

Wilsford Close

WA33YT

Grassfield Close

WA120HX

Newton Lane

WA32HD

Scott Road

WA33ES

Derwent Avenue

WA33HJ

Lowton Road

WA33NH

Cliftonmill Meadows

WA33PP

Barn Lane

WA33QW

Harvey Lane

WA33SG

Elm Avenue

WA32ER

Balmoral Avenue

WA33AW

Tanners Lane

WA33LL

Barrowdale Road

WA32DT

Rectory Avenue

WA32SE

Stone Cross Lane North

WA33AP

Wood Street

WA33LY

Ivy Road

WA33TS

Ashton Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.