About Ince in Makerfield

Ince in Makerfield is a small town located in Greater Manchester, England, within the WN3 postcode area. It is situated approximately three miles east of Wigan and offers a mix of residential and commercial areas. The town has a number of local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, providing essential services to its residents. The area is well-connected by public transport, with bus services linking it to nearby towns and cities. Ince in Makerfield also has a variety of community activities and events throughout the year, fostering a sense of local engagement. The town’s proximity to larger urban centres makes it a convenient location for those who appreciate both community life and access to city facilities.

School Ratings in Ince in Makerfield

Families in Ince in Makerfield have access to 149 local schools. Hope Sure Start Children's Centre and Winstanley Community Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Ince in Makerfield

Homes sell for an average of £163K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £154K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ince in Makerfield

Crime in the area is lower than the national average.

Deprivation and Employment in Ince in Makerfield

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ince in Makerfield 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 Ince in Makerfield

Ince in Makerfield 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 3,527 sales

Average Price £163K
£150 — £3.28M
Detached £246K 649
Semi £154K 1,547
Terraced £109K 930
Flat £90K 189

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

89 Primary
16 Secondary
44 Other
Britannia Bridge Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.7 miles St Catharine's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.8 miles Wigan and Leigh College 16 plus Good 0.8 miles Wigan Worsley Mesnes Community Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles CEWE School Good 0.9 miles St William's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Hawkley Hall High School Secondary 0.9 miles St James' Church of England Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Douglas Valley Sure Start Children's Centre Good 0.9 miles Douglas Valley Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.9 miles The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College Secondary Good 1 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Ince in Makerfield IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Ince in Makerfield 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
6/10
6,604 Children (0-15) 19%
21,968 Working Age 62%
8,539 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 19.9% 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 Ince in Makerfield 2 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Ince in Makerfield 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 town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

2 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Greater Manchester Worsley Mesnes Visit force website →
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

Wigan North Western Train Station 0.6 miles
Wigan Wallgate Train Station 0.7 miles
Ince (Manchester) Train Station 0.8 miles
Pemberton Train Station 1.6 miles
Hindley Train Station 2.2 miles
Bryn Train Station 2.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Poolstock 0.6 miles Worsley Mesnes 0.6 miles Scholes 0.6 miles Wigan 0.6 miles Hawkley 0.9 miles Goose Green 1.4 miles Newtown 1.4 miles Whelley 1.4 miles Springfield 1.4 miles Platt Bridge 1.8 miles Top Lock 1.8 miles Pemberton 1.9 miles

Local Government

District Wigan
Ward Douglas
Constituency Wigan
Parish Wigan, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in WN3 30 shown View all streets

A573 1 Abberley Way 1 Adams Drive 1 Airton Place 1 Alderney Drive 1 Aldridge Close 1 Aldwyn Close 1 Alfred Street 1 Algernon Street 1 Allonby Close 1 Alma Grove 2 Amesbury Drive 1 Andover Crescent 1 Annesley Crescent 2 Anthorn Road 2 Antrim Close 1 Appleton Grove 1 Arley Street 2 Ashby Road 1 Ashdale Road 1 Atholl Grove 3 Aveley Gardens 1 Baker Street 2 Baldwin Street 1 Banham Avenue 1 Banner Street 1 Bannister Way 1 Barngill Grove 1 Barrington Close 1 Bassett Grove 1

Postcodes in WN3 50 shown View all postcodes

WN3 4AA WN3 4AB WN3 4AF WN3 4AJ WN3 4AL WN3 4AP WN3 4AQ WN3 4AR WN3 4AS WN3 4AT WN3 4AW WN3 4AY WN3 4AZ WN3 4BA WN3 4BE WN3 4BF WN3 4BG WN3 4BL WN3 4BN WN3 4BQ WN3 4BS WN3 4BT WN3 4BW WN3 4BY WN3 4BZ WN3 4DA WN3 4DG WN3 4DH WN3 4DL WN3 4DP WN3 4DQ WN3 4DR WN3 4DS WN3 4DU WN3 4DW WN3 4DY WN3 4DZ WN3 4EA WN3 4EG WN3 4EH WN3 4EL WN3 4EN WN3 4ER WN3 4ET WN3 4EU WN3 4EX WN3 4EY WN3 4FJ WN3 4FN WN3 4FP