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Wigan

About

Wigan is a town in Greater Manchester, located between Liverpool and Manchester. It covers an area of around 77 square kilometres, with a mix of urban and rural landscapes. The Leeds and Liverpool Canal runs through the town, historically important for industry and transport. Wigan Pier, a former industrial site, is now a cultural landmark with museums and events.

The district includes several smaller towns and villages, such as Leigh and Atherton. Residential areas are spread across the region, with green spaces like Haigh Woodland Park offering outdoor recreation. Wigan has strong historical ties to coal mining and textiles, shaping its development. The town centre features markets, shopping areas, and local businesses, serving as a hub for the surrounding communities.

Area overview

On average Wigan has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 0 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wigan is £38,861 per year. There are 143 schools in Wigan: 99 primary (19 Outstanding and 74 Good) and 19 secondary (1 Outstanding and 15 Good).

Crime rate

1/10

Crimes per 1k residents

N/A

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

5/10

Social housing

16.3%

Connectivity

N/A

Property prices in Wigan

Based on 3,528 recent sales, the median property price is £190,000 in Wigan area, with individual transactions ranging from £32,500 up to £1,650,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	771	£320,000	£192,500	£265,000	£385,000	£500,000
Flats	183	£110,000	£60,000	£87,800	£129,500	£179,700
Semi-Detached	1,465	£200,000	£124,200	£170,000	£238,000	£299,999
Terraced	1,109	£140,000	£86,800	£123,000	£170,000	£233,100

10 years price trend in Wigan

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail