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Wigan Central

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About

Wigan Central is a key area in the heart of Wigan, known for its mix of historical and modern elements. The district includes landmarks like the Wigan Pier complex, which reflects the town's industrial heritage. Nearby, the Leeds and Liverpool Canal runs through the area, offering walking and cycling routes.

The area features a range of shops, cafes, and pubs, catering to both locals and visitors. Wigan Central is also home to the Grand Arcade shopping centre, providing retail and leisure options. Public transport links, including Wigan North Western railway station, make it a convenient hub for commuters and travelers.

Area overview

On average Wigan Central has high deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 2 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 22.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wigan Central is £38,300 per year. There are 5 schools in Wigan Central: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
2
Deprivation level
8/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
22.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Property prices in Wigan Central

Based on 91 recent sales, the median property price is £162,000 in Wigan Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £68,000 up to £350,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£250,000
Flats2£135,750
Semi-Detached22£212,500
Terraced63£147,000

10 years price trend in Wigan Central

All postcodes in Wigan Central

WN67EU

Kells Grove

WN67LR

Diggle Street

WN19HP

Hallgate

WN19LB

Hallgate

WN67BU

Cecil Avenue

WN67EB

Birch Street

WN67LG

Meadow Street

WN11JN

Crawford Street

WN12DU

Hornby Street

WN11NJ

College Avenue

WN12DR

Edward Street

WN19SP

Library Street

WN19TE

Library Street

WN19YN

Wigan Central

WN67EW

Hillreed

WN67HD

Barnsley Street

WN67JD

Hodges Street

WN67NE

Ingram Street

WN67PF

Gidlow Avenue

WN19RL

Hallgate

WN19XS

Wigan Central

WN11LD

Wallgate

WN19FR

Hallgate

WN19SQ

Library Street

WN19UB

Hallgate

WN19HL

Hallgate

WN19WR

Hallgate

WN11LP

King Street West

WN11NZ

Wigan Central

WN11PJ

Market Place

WN12BD

Shaw Street

WN19DT

Hallgate

WN19SU

Library Street

WN19TH

Library Street

WN19TP

Hallgate

WN19XL

Wigan Central

WN19YL

Wigan Central

WN40TW

Hallgate

WN67AR

Throstle Nest Avenue

WN67AT

Springfield Road

WN67PE

Gidlow Lane

WN67RF

Norbreck Crescent

WN11HH

Wigan Central

WN12DT

Hornby Street

WN11NL

Crawford Street

WN11TT

Wigan Central

WN11XN

Darlington Street

WN12BA

Dicconson Street

WN67AY

Whiteside Avenue

WN67DE

Frog Lane

WN67GE

Wigan Central

WN67HB

Barnsley Street

WN67LN

Foster Street

WN67LU

Stopforth Street

WN11EX

Crook Street

WN11LL

Bretherton Row

WN11LR

Crawford Street

WN19TF

Library Street

WN67EY

Wadsworth Drive

WN67GD

Field Street

WN19GF

Hallgate

WN19WF

Hallgate

WN11DP

Wallgate

WN11PL

Wigan Central

WN11TY

Wigan Central

WN12AP

Eccleston Street

WN12BJ

Duke Street

WN12DL

Swinley Road

WN67LT

Margaret Street

WN19LS

Hallgate

WN19SB

Library Street

WN19SD

Library Street

WN11DT

Wigan Central

WN11LF

Barrack Square

WN11LN

Bretherton Row

WN11QS

Market Place

WN11SU

Mesnes Park Terrace

WN12DJ

Swinley Road

WN19SR

Library Street

WN19SY

Library Street

WN19TD

Library Street

WN67BW

Gidlow Lane

WN19PU

Hallgate

WN19PX

Hallgate

WN11BN

Wigan Central

WN11BZ

Clarence Yard

WN12AZ

Wrightington Street

WN12BE

Avondale Road

WN19AJ

Hallgate

WN67BP

Gidlow Lane

WN11HW

Chequers Street

WN11PX

Wigan Central

WN12AT

Brick Kiln Lane

WN12DS

Edward Street

WN19ZZ

Library Street

WN67AU

Mort Street

WN67GB

Field Street

WN19PP

Hallgate

WN19YH

Wigan Central

WN19WA

Hallgate

Data Sources

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