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Lowton Common

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About

Lowton Common is a residential area located in the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, Greater Manchester. It sits southeast of Wigan town centre and is bordered by Golborne and Leigh. The area features a mix of housing, including semi-detached and terraced homes, with some green spaces and local amenities. Lowton Common is well-connected by roads like the A580 East Lancashire Road, providing easy access to nearby towns and cities.

The area has a community-focused atmosphere, with schools, shops, and pubs serving local residents. Nearby parks and walking paths offer outdoor recreation, while public transport links make commuting straightforward. Lowton Common retains a quiet, suburban feel while being close to larger urban centres like Wigan and Manchester.

Area overview

On average Lowton Common has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Lowton Common is £41,400 per year. There are 6 schools in Lowton Common: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

5/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

10.5%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Lowton Common Population

8,163

Population density

1,345.8 per km²

Demographics

British

7,695

94.24%

Other White

127

1.56%

Irish

0.61%

African

0.47%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.45%

Total population: 8,165

Housing

Owns outright

1,410

39.8%

Owns with a mortgage

1,304

36.8%

Private landlord or letting agency

368

10.39%

Social rents from council

262

7.39%

Other social rented

106

2.99%

Total households: 3,543

Property prices in Lowton Common

Based on 113 recent sales, the median property price is £230,000 in Lowton Common area, with individual transactions ranging from £75,000 up to £595,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	51	£367,000	£205,000	£299,500	£406,250	£525,000
Flats	3	£147,500	£85,850	£113,250	£236,250	£307,250
Semi-Detached	28	£223,750	£123,468	£195,000	£248,250	£323,250
Terraced	31	£169,095	£99,250	£140,000	£180,000	£205,000

10 years price trend in Lowton Common

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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