About Bickershaw

Bickershaw is a village located in the Wigan borough of Greater Manchester, England. It lies within the historic county of Lancashire and is part of the WN2 postcode area. The village is situated near the town of Hindley and is close to the border with West Yorkshire. Bickershaw has a mix of residential properties and open countryside, with several local amenities including shops, pubs, and a community centre. The area has a strong sense of local identity, with community events and local groups contributing to daily life. The village is accessible by road, with the A580 East Lancashire Road running nearby, and is served by local bus routes. Bickershaw retains a rural character despite its proximity to larger urban centres.

School Ratings in Bickershaw

Bickershaw is served by 160 schools. Hindley Sure Start Children's Centre and Hindley Nursery School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 17 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Bickershaw

Property prices average £165K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £152K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bickershaw

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Other theft accounts for the highest share in Bickershaw, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bickershaw

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bickershaw falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bickershaw

Most properties in Bickershaw can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 7,354 sales

Average Price £165K
£125 — £16.75M
Detached £247K 1,252
Semi £152K 2,923
Terraced £106K 2,604
Flat £89K 183

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

102 Primary
18 Secondary
40 Other
Bickershaw CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy 0.7 miles St John's Church of England Primary School, Hindley Green Primary 0.9 miles Hindley Green Community Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hindley Green Primary 1 miles Hindley Sure Start Children's Centre Outstanding 1 miles Hindley Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 1 miles Outwood Academy Hindley Secondary 1 miles Hindley Junior and Infant School Primary 1.1 miles Oakfield High School and College Outstanding 1.1 miles St John's Church of England Primary School, Abram Primary Good 1.1 miles Hindley All Saints CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bickershaw IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bickershaw in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
4/10
Income
4/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
13,425 Children (0-15) 19%
45,442 Working Age 63%
17,446 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 39.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.8% 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

Crime in Bickershaw 3 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Bickershaw falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Other theft tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

1 Other Theft
1 Theft from Person
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Hindley Train Station 1.7 miles
Ince (Manchester) Train Station 2.3 miles
Daisy Hill Train Station 2.6 miles
Hag Fold Train Station 3.2 miles
Westhoughton Train Station 3.2 miles
Wigan North Western Train Station 3.3 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Dover 0.9 miles Tamer Lane End 0.9 miles Hindley Green 0.9 miles Platt Bridge 1.2 miles Hindley 1.2 miles Crankwood 1.2 miles Abram 1.4 miles Westleigh 1.4 miles Plank Lane 1.4 miles Firs Lane 1.8 miles Pickley Green 1.9 miles Bamfurlong 2 miles

Local Government

District Wigan
Ward Aspull New Springs Whelley
Constituency Wigan
Parish Wigan, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in WN2 30 shown View all streets

3rd Street 2 4th Street 1 Abbott Street 1 Abingdon Drive 1 Acreswood Avenue 1 Addington Close 1 Ainscows Meadow 1 Albert Street 1 Alberton Close 1 Albion Drive 4 Albion Street 1 Alder Lane 3 Alderley Road 1 Alders Green Road 1 Aldred Street 2 Alfred Street 2 Algernon Street 1 All Saints Grove 1 Alnwick Close 1 Alston Road 1 Amar Street 2 Amber Gardens 1 Amberswood Close 1 Ambleside 1 Amethyst Close 2 Ancroft Drive 1 Anderton Street 1 Anderton Way 2 Ansford Avenue 1 Applethwaite 1

Postcodes in WN2 50 shown View all postcodes

WN2 1AA WN2 1AB WN2 1AD WN2 1AE WN2 1AF WN2 1AG WN2 1AH WN2 1AJ WN2 1AL WN2 1AN WN2 1AP WN2 1AQ WN2 1AR WN2 1AS WN2 1AT WN2 1AU WN2 1AW WN2 1AX WN2 1AY WN2 1AZ WN2 1BA WN2 1BB WN2 1BD WN2 1BE WN2 1BG WN2 1BH WN2 1BJ WN2 1BL WN2 1BN WN2 1BP WN2 1BQ WN2 1BS WN2 1BT WN2 1BU WN2 1BW WN2 1BX WN2 1BY WN2 1BZ WN2 1DA WN2 1DE WN2 1DF WN2 1DH WN2 1DP WN2 1DQ WN2 1DR WN2 1DU WN2 1DX WN2 1DY WN2 1DZ WN2 1EA