About Barton Upon Irwell

Barton Upon Irwell is a town located in the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan, within Greater Manchester, England. It lies along the River Irwell, with the M62 motorway running nearby, making it accessible from surrounding areas. The town has a mix of residential and industrial properties, reflecting its historical development as a mill town during the Industrial Revolution. The area includes a range of local amenities such as shops, schools, and community facilities. The postcode area M30 covers Barton Upon Irwell and nearby parts of Wigan, providing a clear postal designation for the region. The town retains elements of its heritage, with some older buildings still visible amidst modern developments. It is a functional community with strong local ties and a connection to the wider industrial history of the region.

School Ratings in Barton Upon Irwell

Families in Barton Upon Irwell have access to 294 local schools. Oakwood Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Barton Upon Irwell

Homes sell for an average of £219K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £176K.

Deprivation and Employment in Barton Upon Irwell

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Barton Upon Irwell around the national average for deprivation. Employment rates locally are in line with what is seen across England. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Barton Upon Irwell

Barton Upon Irwell benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,252 sales

Average Price £219K
£100 — £5.6M
Detached £383K 443
Semi £245K 1,627
Terraced £176K 2,121
Flat £139K 790

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

155 Primary
34 Secondary
105 Other
Holy Cross and All Saints RC Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Godfrey Ermen Memorial CofE Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 0.3 miles Lewis Street Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles Beech Street Community Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Christ Church CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles New Park Academy Good 0.7 miles St Patrick's RC High School Secondary 0.8 miles St Andrew's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles St Mary's RC Primary School Primary 0.8 miles St Gilbert's RC Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Barton Moss and South Eccles Children's Centre 1 miles Barton Moss Community Primary School Primary Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Barton Upon Irwell IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Barton Upon Irwell are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
4/10
13,314 Children (0-15) 20%
44,115 Working Age 65%
14,326 Older (60+) 21%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 42.8% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 27.5% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Patricroft Train Station 0.7 miles
Eccles (Manchester) Train Station 1.2 miles
Humphrey Park Train Station 1.7 miles
Urmston Train Station 1.8 miles
Chassen Road Train Station 2.1 miles
Flixton Train Station 2.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dumplington 0 yards Patricroft 0.6 miles Eccles 0.9 miles Winton 0.9 miles Peel Green 1.2 miles Monton 1.2 miles Trafford Park 1.4 miles Little Bolton 1.4 miles Crofts Bank 1.4 miles Davyhulme 1.4 miles Ellesmere Park 1.4 miles Westwood Park 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Salford
Ward Eccles
Constituency Worsley and Eccles South
Parish Salford, unparished area
Region North West

Notable & Famous People from Barton Upon Irwell 1 people

Kathleen Shaw
Figure skater
figure skater (1903–1983)

Streets in M30 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Grove 1 Adamson Road 2 Adelaide Street 4 Alba Close 1 Albert Road 1 Albert Street 3 Alder Forest Avenue 1 Alder Street 1 Aldred Street 1 Alexandra Road 2 Alfred Street 1 Algernon Street 4 Allington Drive 1 Alliott Avenue 1 Allison Grove 1 Alma Street 1 Ampney Close 1 Anderton Lane 2 Andoc Avenue 1 Andover Street 2 Annisdale Close 1 Anson Street 4 Apperley Grange 1 Aqueduct Way 2 Argosy Drive 2 Armitage Street 1 Arthur Street 1 Ashbourne Road 1 Ashford Avenue 2 Atherton Way 2

Postcodes in M30 50 shown View all postcodes

M30 0AA M30 0AB M30 0AE M30 0AG M30 0AN M30 0AQ M30 0AS M30 0AT M30 0AU M30 0AX M30 0AY M30 0AZ M30 0BA M30 0BB M30 0BF M30 0BG M30 0BJ M30 0BL M30 0BP M30 0BT M30 0BW M30 0BX M30 0DA M30 0DD M30 0DE M30 0DF M30 0DG M30 0DH M30 0DJ M30 0DL M30 0DN M30 0DP M30 0DQ M30 0DR M30 0DS M30 0DT M30 0DU M30 0DW M30 0DX M30 0DY M30 0DZ M30 0EA M30 0EB M30 0ED M30 0EE M30 0EF M30 0EG M30 0EH M30 0EJ M30 0EN