Leigh West is a ward located in the town of Leigh, part of the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan in Greater Manchester. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of terraced houses, semi-detached properties, and some modern developments. It is situated close to the town centre, providing easy access to local amenities, shops, and public transport links. The ward also includes parts of the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, offering green spaces and walking routes for residents.
Leigh West has a strong sense of community, with several schools, parks, and leisure facilities serving the area. The ward is well-connected by road and rail, with Leigh Railway Station providing links to Manchester and other nearby towns. While the area is mostly urban, it retains pockets of open land and waterways, blending convenience with quieter surroundings. The local economy is supported by a range of small businesses and services catering to everyday needs.
On average Leigh West has very high deprivation and very high crime levels. Approximately 26.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Leigh West is £34,328 per year. There are 7 schools in Leigh West: 5 primary (1 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).
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Broom Avenue
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Leigh West
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Crankwood Road
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Norley Road
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Adamson Grove
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Firs Lane
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Austin Street
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Carr Street
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Faith Street
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Edna Road
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Leigh North
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Abram & Bickershaw
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Shadwell Grove
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Glover Street
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Stanley Drive
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Garston Close
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Harbrook Grove
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Colliers Way
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Leigh West
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Leighbrook Way
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Masefield Avenue
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Hill Crest Avenue
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Tennyson Avenue
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Pickley Green
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Felthouse Drive
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Heath Lane
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Woodgarth
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Barker Street
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Eva Street
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Edna Road
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Leigh North
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Kirkhall Lane
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Leighbrook Way
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Bracken Road
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Leigh West
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Cameron Street
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Myrtle Avenue
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Crankwood Road
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Tinsley Green Way
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Weaver Grove
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Common Lane
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Peacock Fold
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Cherry Tree Grove
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Leigh North
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Aldred Street
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Abram & Bickershaw
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Abbey Lane
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Parsonage Way
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Fell Street
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Lune Grove
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Eden Grove
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Firs Lane
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Charity Street
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Banks Court
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Lake Side
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Crombouke Drive
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Barron Meadow
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Kirkhall Lane
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Bankhall Close
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Wilbraham Street
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Common Lane
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May Avenue
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Browning Street
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Leigh West
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Laburnum Avenue
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Birch Road