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About Ashley Heath
Ashley Heath is a residential area located in the town of Wigan, within the county of Greater Manchester, England. It lies to the west of the town centre and is part of the WA14 postcode area. The area is primarily made up of housing developments, with a mix of semi-detached and terraced homes, many of which were built during the mid to late 20th century. Local amenities include a range of shops, schools, and community facilities, serving the needs of the surrounding neighbourhood. The area is well connected by road, with access to the M62 motorway and local bus services. While not a destination in itself, Ashley Heath offers a convenient location for those living in or commuting to Wigan and nearby towns.
School Ratings in Ashley Heath
Ashley Heath is served by 121 schools. Bowdon CofE Primary School, Park Road Academy Primary School, Altrincham Grammar School for Boys and Altrincham Grammar School for Girls are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Ashley Heath
Property prices average £523K across the area, and flats are the most common property type, typically selling for £308K.
Deprivation and Employment in Ashley Heath
Ashley Heath falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.
Healthcare in Ashley Heath
There are 17 GP surgeries within three miles of Ashley Heath, the nearest being Adult Adhd Cheshire Priory Service (1.1 miles away).
Local Data for Ashley Heath
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Property Prices 5,265 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the WA14 postcode area.
Household Income in Ashley Heath ONS 2023
The average total household income in Ashley Heath is approximately £60,500 a year before tax, 9% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £44,935. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £44,935.
Businesses in Ashley Heath ONS 2025
There are approximately 3,207 active businesses based in Ashley Heath, around 102 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 89 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Ashley Heath IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Ashley Heath among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Ashley Heath
Of the 13,194 households in and around Ashley Heath, 70% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Ashley Heath.