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About Carr Green
Carr Green is a residential area located in the town of Wigan, within the county of Greater Manchester, England. It lies in the WA13 postcode area and is situated close to the border with Lancashire. The area is primarily made up of terraced and semi-detached housing, with a mix of older and more modern properties. There are several local amenities, including a primary school, a community centre, and a few small shops serving the immediate neighbourhood. The area is well-connected by road, with access to the M62 motorway and regular bus services to nearby towns and Wigan town centre. Carr Green is part of a wider network of communities that form the eastern edge of Wigan, offering a convenient location for commuters and families alike.
School Ratings in Carr Green
Families in Carr Green have access to 115 local schools. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Carr Green
Homes sell for an average of £421K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £366K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Carr Green
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Carr Green, with 10 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Carr Green
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Carr Green among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.
Healthcare in Carr Green
There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Carr Green, the nearest being Partington Central Surgery (1.8 miles away).
Local Data for Carr Green
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Property Prices 2,055 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the WA13 postcode area.
Household Income in Carr Green ONS 2023
The average total household income in Carr Green is approximately £64,380 a year before tax, 16% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £45,326. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £45,326.
Businesses in Carr Green ONS 2025
There are approximately 842 active businesses based in Carr Green, around 67 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 16 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Carr Green IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Carr Green experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.
Crime in Carr Green 48 crimes · April 2026
Crime levels in Carr Green are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.
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 Carr Green
Of the 5,303 households in and around Carr Green, 80% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 12% 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 Carr Green.