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About Bowgreen
Bowgreen is a residential area located in the town of Wigan, within Greater Manchester, England. It lies to the west of the town centre and is part of the WA14 postcode area. The area consists primarily of terraced and semi-detached housing, with a mix of older and more modern properties. Bowgreen is well-served by local amenities, including shops, schools, and community facilities, making it a convenient place to live. Public transport links are accessible via nearby bus routes, and the area is within easy reach of Wigan town centre and surrounding villages. The community is diverse, with a range of local services and green spaces contributing to a sense of neighbourhood.
School Ratings in Bowgreen
There are 119 schools in and around Bowgreen. 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 Bowgreen
The average property price is £523K, with flats making up the majority of the housing stock at around £308K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bowgreen
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average.
Deprivation and Employment in Bowgreen
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bowgreen ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.
Healthcare in Bowgreen
There are 19 GP surgeries within three miles of Bowgreen, the nearest being Altrincham Medical Practice (1 miles away).
Local Data for Bowgreen
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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 Bowgreen ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bowgreen 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 Bowgreen ONS 2025
There are approximately 3,207 active businesses based in Bowgreen, 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 Bowgreen IMD 2025
Bowgreen is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.
Crime in Bowgreen 1 crimes · April 2026
Bowgreen records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bowgreen
Of the 13,194 households in and around Bowgreen, 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 Bowgreen.