House Prices in Wigan
£175,000
Average
£310,000
Detached
£185,000
Semi-Detached
£130,000
Terraced
£110,000
Flat
Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.
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About Wigan
Wigan offers some of the most affordable property in the North West while having excellent transport links to Manchester and Liverpool. The town is investing in its centre and heritage assets. For first-time buyers and investors seeking value, Wigan is hard to beat in terms of price-to-connectivity ratio.
Lifestyle & Things to Do
Wigan is a proud working-class town with strong community identity. The DW Stadium hosts Wigan Athletic and Wigan Warriors (rugby league is king here). The Pier Quarter is being regenerated around the famous Wigan Pier. Haigh Woodland Park provides 250 acres of walks. The Leeds-Liverpool Canal runs through the borough, and the town has an improving food and drink scene.
Transport & Commuting
Wigan has two stations — Wigan North Western (West Coast Main Line, London in 2 hours) and Wigan Wallgate (local services). The M6, M58, and M61 provide excellent motorway access. Manchester is 30 minutes by train. Liverpool is 40 minutes.
Train to London
2h 00m to London Euston
Nearest Motorway
M6, M58, M61
Schools & Education
Top Schools
- Wigan Grammar (historic)
- St John Fisher Catholic High School
- Standish High School
Healthcare
Best Areas to Live in Wigan
Standish
Appley Bridge
Shevington
Orrell
Aspull
Hindley
Property Buying Tips for Wigan
Standish is the premium area — a village feel with good schools and quick motorway access. Appley Bridge and Shevington are desirable semi-rural areas. Wigan centre has affordable terraces. For the best value, look at Ince and Pemberton. Hindley and Aspull offer family homes at low prices.
Local Authority
Council
Wigan Council
Council Tax
£1,580 (Band D)
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