About Pennington

Pennington is a village located in Greater Manchester, England, within the WN7 postcode area. It lies to the east of Leigh and is part of the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan. The village is primarily residential, with a mix of traditional and modern housing. Local amenities include a few shops, schools, and parks, providing essential services to residents. The area is well-connected by road, making it easy to access nearby towns and cities. Public transport options are also available, with bus services linking Pennington to surrounding areas. The village is close to the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, which offers opportunities for walking and cycling along the towpaths. Overall, Pennington serves as a quiet community with convenient access to the larger urban centres in Greater Manchester.

School Ratings in Pennington

Families in Pennington have access to 128 local schools. Leigh St John's CofE Primary is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 15 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Pennington

Homes sell for an average of £180K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £113K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Pennington

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Pennington, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Pennington

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Pennington 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 Pennington

Pennington 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 8,251 sales

Average Price £180K
£166 — £93.4M
Detached £266K 1,063
Semi £172K 2,551
Terraced £113K 3,509
Flat £102K 745

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

85 Primary
14 Secondary
29 Other
Christ Church CofE Primary School, Pennington Primary Good 0.1 miles Expanse Learning (Expanse Group Ltd) Good 0.4 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Leigh Primary Good 0.5 miles Leigh St Mary's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.5 miles Leigh Central Sure Start Children's Centre Good 0.6 miles Leigh Central Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Leigh CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Leigh Primary 0.6 miles The Holden School Good 0.7 miles Bedford and Higher Folds Children's Centre Requires Improvement 0.9 miles St Thomas' CofE Primary School, Leigh Primary 0.9 miles Leigh St John's CofE Primary Primary Outstanding 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Pennington IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Pennington 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
5/10
Employment
4/10
Education
4/10
Health
3/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
5/10
11,633 Children (0-15) 19%
39,452 Working Age 63%
14,678 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 39.5% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 19.7% 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 Pennington 2 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Pennington are lower than the England and Wales average. While shoplifting is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Shoplifting
1 Other Crime
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

Hag Fold Train Station 3.2 miles
Atherton Train Station 3.3 miles
Daisy Hill Train Station 3.5 miles
Hindley Train Station 4.2 miles
Westhoughton Train Station 4.5 miles
Newton-Le-Willows Train Station 4.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Leigh 0.6 miles Lilford 0.9 miles Lately Common 0.9 miles Firs Lane 0.9 miles Bedford 1.2 miles Plank Lane 1.4 miles Aspull Common 1.4 miles Pocket Nook 1.4 miles Westleigh 1.4 miles Lowton Common 1.8 miles Lowton St Mary's 1.8 miles Glazebury 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Wigan
Ward Leigh East
Constituency Leigh
Parish Wigan, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in WN7 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Lane 3 Abbey Square 1 Abbey Street 2 Abbingdon Way 1 Ackers Fold 1 Acorn Close 1 Acorn Court 1 Adamson Grove 1 Ainscoughs Court 1 Albion Street 1 Alder Close 1 Alderley Lane 2 Aldred Street 2 Alma Street 1 Alpine Drive 2 Alt Close 1 Alwyn Close 1 Ambrose Avenue 1 Anchor Field 2 Angus Avenue 3 Arbory Close 1 Archer Street 1 Arlington Drive 2 Armfield Grove 1 Arrow Street 1 Arthur Street 1 Arundel Drive 1 Ashbourne Close 1 Ashby Grove 1 Ashley Drive 1

Postcodes in WN7 50 shown View all postcodes

WN7 1AA WN7 1AB WN7 1AG WN7 1AJ WN7 1AL WN7 1AP WN7 1AQ WN7 1AT WN7 1AW WN7 1AX WN7 1AY WN7 1AZ WN7 1BB WN7 1BE WN7 1BG WN7 1BH WN7 1BJ WN7 1BL WN7 1BN WN7 1BP WN7 1BQ WN7 1BS WN7 1BT WN7 1BU WN7 1BW WN7 1BX WN7 1BY WN7 1DA WN7 1DB WN7 1DD WN7 1DE WN7 1DG WN7 1DH WN7 1DJ WN7 1DL WN7 1DN WN7 1DP WN7 1DR WN7 1DS WN7 1DX WN7 1DY WN7 1EA WN7 1EB WN7 1ED WN7 1EE WN7 1EF WN7 1EG WN7 1EH WN7 1EJ WN7 1EN