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Leigh East & Higher Folds

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About

Leigh East & Higher Folds is a residential area in Wigan, Greater Manchester. It consists mainly of housing estates, with a mix of terraced and semi-detached homes. The area is served by local schools, shops, and community facilities, catering to everyday needs. Public transport links provide connections to Leigh town centre and surrounding areas.

Higher Folds is known for its green spaces, including parks and playing fields, offering recreational opportunities. The area has a strong community presence, with local events and activities organised by residents. While primarily residential, it is close to industrial estates and employment hubs in Leigh. The nearby Leeds and Liverpool Canal adds to the area’s connectivity and leisure options.

Area overview

On average Leigh East & Higher Folds has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 20.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Leigh East & Higher Folds is £39,600 per year. There are 2 schools in Leigh East & Higher Folds: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 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
5/10
Social housing
20.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Leigh East & Higher Folds Population
9,006
Population density
2,429.3 per km²

Demographics

British
8,081
89.69%
Other White
286
3.17%
African
116
1.29%
Pakistani
97
1.08%
Indian
51
0.57%
Total population: 9,010

Housing

Owns with a mortgage
1,376
35.25%
Owns outright
1,219
31.23%
Social rents from council
714
18.29%
Private landlord or letting agency
426
10.91%
Other social rented
93
2.38%
Total households: 3,903

Property prices in Leigh East & Higher Folds

Based on 94 recent sales, the median property price is £220,000 in Leigh East & Higher Folds area, with individual transactions ranging from £83,000 up to £582,500.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached26£320,000
Flats17£120,000
Semi-Detached31£225,000
Terraced20£156,500

10 years price trend in Leigh East & Higher Folds

All postcodes in Leigh East & Higher Folds

WN72XL

Chatsworth Drive

WN71BL

Holden Road

WN71HD

Charles Street

WN72EH

Walmsley Meadow Road

WN72GD

Clough House Drive

WN72PL

Brunswick Street

WN72TS

Osborne Grove

WN71JE

Westrees

WN72XN

Chatsworth Drive

WN72FS

Mather Lane

WN72FU

Kensington Drive

WN72RN

Smith Street

WN72YD

Conway Close

WN72YG

Kensington Drive
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Data Sources

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