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Hindley West

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About

Hindley West is a residential area located in the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, Greater Manchester. The neighborhood features a mix of housing, including terraced homes, semidetached properties, and some modern developments. It is situated close to Hindley town center, providing easy access to local shops, schools, and amenities. The area is well-connected by public transport, with Hindley railway station offering services to Manchester and Wigan.

The surrounding landscape includes green spaces such as Hindley Park, which offers recreational facilities for residents. The area has a strong sense of community, with local events and activities often taking place. Industrial heritage plays a role in Hindley West's identity, reflecting Wigan's historical ties to mining and manufacturing. The combination of convenience and quiet residential living makes it a practical choice for families and commuters.

Area overview

On average Hindley West has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Hindley West is £37,200 per year. There are 5 schools in Hindley West: 3 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

4/10

Social housing

12.6%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Hindley West Population

8,690

Population density

1,889.8 per km²

Demographics

British

8,243

94.86%

Other White

110

1.27%

Pakistani

0.47%

Other

0.44%

Other Asian

0.37%

Total population: 8,690

Housing

Owns outright

1,312

33.85%

Owns with a mortgage

1,301

33.57%

Private landlord or letting agency

620

16%

Social rents from council

459

11.84%

Other forms of private rent

2.45%

Total households: 3,876

Property prices in Hindley West

Based on 139 recent sales, the median property price is £213,750 in Hindley West area, with individual transactions ranging from £50,000 up to £485,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	27	£283,000	£241,500	£268,750	£309,250	£326,200
Flats	3	£100,000	£100,000	£100,000	£109,000	£116,200
Semi-Detached	56	£228,500	£117,500	£195,000	£245,000	£301,250
Terraced	53	£140,000	£80,900	£120,000	£165,000	£241,400

10 years price trend in Hindley West

All postcodes in Hindley West

WN23JU

Blackberry Drive

WN24DG

Long Lane

WN23RT

Park Road

WN23AW

King Street

WN23BB

Sidbrook Street

WN23BS

Harewood Road

WN23DT

Darby Lane

WN23LE

Bridge Street

WN24EL

Greenfields Close

WN24FF

Danes Green

WN23AB

Market Street

WN23DB

Gregory Street

WN22RH

Haworth Street

WN22SA

Hall Lane

WN23AX

Cross Street

WN23BU

Bretherton Street

WN23DU

Darby Lane

WN23FQ

Riding Close

WN23JW

Woodgreen Close

WN24EJ

Sandy Lane

WN22RN

Ladies Lane

WN23BP

Moorland Road

WN23EH

Beaufort Street

WN23HA

Church Street

WN23JE

Macclesfield Close

WN23PQ

William Street

WN24DB

Hope Street

WN22QN

Hoade Street

WN24BA

Bridgewater Street

WN24BF

Bramblewood

WN24DY

Gloucester Crescent

WN22QL

Railway Street

WN23BY

Frederick Street

WN23EN

Aldred Street

WN23EU

Atherton Road

WN23LQ

Bridge Street

WN23NY

Arncliffe Court

WN23RA

Birch Street

WN23RU

Park Road

WN24BU

Castle Hill Road

WN23RX

Close Lane

WN24BQ

Bridgewater Street

WN24BT

Castle Hill Road

WN22DU

Hindley West

WN22QE

Queen Street

WN22QZ

Strines Close

WN22RY

Prodesse Court

WN22SE

Makinson Avenue

WN23AT

Cross Street

WN23FU

Back Market Street

WN23HF

Byron Avenue

WN23SB

Leyland Avenue

WN24BG

Carlisle Street

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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