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Leigh South

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About

Leigh South is a ward in the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, located in Greater Manchester. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of housing types including terraced homes, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. It is situated close to the town centre of Leigh, providing easy access to local amenities such as shops, schools, and healthcare facilities. The ward also features green spaces, including parks and recreational areas, offering residents outdoor leisure options.

Transport links in Leigh South are well-served, with bus routes connecting the ward to surrounding areas and nearby towns. The local economy includes small businesses and retail outlets, catering to everyday needs. The ward has a strong sense of community, with various events and activities organised throughout the year. Leigh South reflects the broader characteristics of Wigan, balancing urban convenience with quieter suburban living.

Area overview

On average Leigh South has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 19.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Leigh South is £39,161 per year. There are 4 schools in Leigh South: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
N/A
Deprivation level
6/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
19.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Leigh South

Based on 146 recent sales, the median property price is £200,000 in Leigh South area, with individual transactions ranging from £76,000 up to £560,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached25£345,000
Flats13£113,000
Semi-Detached56£239,998
Terraced52£139,975

10 years price trend in Leigh South

All postcodes in Leigh South

WN73LQ

Larkspur Close

WN73XB

Hope Carr Lane

WN73XQ

Grave Oak Lane

WN73XZ

Meadowcroft Way

WN74GN

Leigh South

WN74HZ

Overton Street

WN74JX

Carders Close

WN73NU

Hanwell Close

WN72BA

Park Lane

WN73BY

Hooten Lane

WN73JD

Pennington Avenue

WN73LF

Colliers Close

WN73LH

Beech Walk

WN73LY

Knowsley Drive

WN74HJ

Oak Street

WN79DE

Hope Carr Way

WN73BF

Hooten Lane

WN73BP

Platt Croft

WN73DD

Butts Street

WN73DP

Ryder Grove

WN73DS

Dunham Grove

WN73HN

Sheldwich Close

WN73HU

Rossall Crescent

WN73LT

Sydney Avenue

WN73RU

Hand Lane

WN74GX

Marshall Street

WN74HU

Clarke Street

WN72AY

Bangor Fold

WN73AW

Butts Court

WN73UB

St Helens Road

WN73UH

Parkend Drive

WN73UQ

Kirkham Road

WN73XA

Hope Carr Lane

WN73XF

Hope Carr Road

WN74GP

Leigh South

WN74HN

Newlands Road

WN74HS

Derwent Street

WN74HW

Ainscoughs Court

WN74JF

Derwent Close

WN73AN

Hurst Street

WN73AT

Archer Street

WN73BN

North Avenue

WN73DX

Bowden Close

WN73ET

Henry Street

WN73XJ

Green Fold Way

WN74GL

St Helens Road

WN74HE

Buck Street

WN74NG

Newlands Road

WN73NR

Woodstock Close

WN73NS

Hazelton Close

WN73NZ

Banbury Close

WN73DW

Alderley Lane

WN73EA

Warrington Road

WN73EH

English Street

WN73HS

Pennington Road

WN73JE

Bonnywell Road

WN73UD

New Barn Lane

WN74JW

Ruby Grove

WN72ND

Devon Street

WN73BB

Hope Carr Way

WN73DH

Butts Avenue

WN73EY

Hope Carr Lane

WN73EZ

Rossall Crescent

WN73HW

Pennington Road

WN73JZ

Wigshaw Close

WN73NE

Broadwell Drive

WN73RA

Beckfield Close

WN73UG

Hayman Avenue

WN74BG

Ledgard Avenue

WN73NP

Broadwell Drive

WN73AR

Arrow Street

WN73JT

Landside

WN73LS

Clifton Road

WN74JT

Quayside

WN79DW

Leigh South

WN73NL

Thames Avenue

WN73RX

Hand Lane

WN73NX

Evesham Close

WN72AZ

Manchester Road

WN73DA

Calow Drive

WN73DB

Bettison Avenue

WN73ED

Spenlow

WN73LP

Glover House Close

WN74BD

Ledgard Avenue
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Data Sources

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