About Standish Lower Ground

Standish Lower Ground is a village located in Greater Manchester, England, within the WN6 postcode area. It is situated to the south of the larger town of Wigan and offers a mix of residential and rural settings. The area is primarily known for its local community and amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, making it a convenient place for families and individuals alike. The village is well-connected by road and public transport, providing easy access to nearby towns and the larger metropolitan area. Standish Lower Ground features a variety of housing styles, reflecting its development over the years. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and outdoor activities, appealing to those who enjoy nature and a quieter lifestyle.

School Ratings in Standish Lower Ground

Standish Lower Ground is served by 143 schools. St Marie's Catholic Primary School Standish and Standish St Wilfrid's Church of England Primary Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Standish Lower Ground

Property prices average £215K across the area, and semi-detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £179K.

Deprivation and Employment in Standish Lower Ground

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Standish Lower Ground 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 Standish Lower Ground

Most properties in Standish Lower Ground 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 6,603 sales

Average Price £215K
£150 — £20.6M
Detached £313K 2,097
Semi £179K 2,275
Terraced £128K 1,752
Flat £128K 218

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

90 Primary
13 Secondary
40 Other
Standish Lower Ground St Anne's CofE Primary School Primary 0.3 miles St John Fisher Catholic High School Secondary Good 0.9 miles Millbrook Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles Infinite Schools Wigan Good 0.9 miles Marsh Green Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Beech Hill & Sacred Heart Children's Centre 1 miles Beech Hill Community Primary School Primary Good 1 miles Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Primary 1 miles Wigan St Andrew's CofE Junior and Infant School Primary Requires Improvement 1.2 miles St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College 16 plus Outstanding 1.2 miles Shevington High School Secondary Good 1.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Standish Lower Ground IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Standish Lower Ground 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
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
6/10
Education
7/10
Health
5/10
Housing
7/10
Living Environment
6/10
10,318 Children (0-15) 17%
36,952 Working Age 61%
17,028 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 22.6% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 13.1% 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

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Gathurst Train Station 0.9 miles
Wigan Wallgate Train Station 2 miles
Wigan North Western Train Station 2.1 miles
Pemberton Train Station 2.1 miles
Appley Bridge Train Station 2.3 miles
Orrell Train Station 2.7 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Crooke 0 yards Beech Hill 0.6 miles Gathurst 0.6 miles Marsh Green 0.6 miles Shevington 0.9 miles Kitt Green 1.2 miles Worsley Hall 1.2 miles Boar's Head 1.4 miles Springfield 1.4 miles Newtown 1.4 miles The Bell 1.4 miles Shevington Vale 1.8 miles

Local Government

District Wigan
County Lancashire
Ward Standish with Langtree
Constituency Wigan
Parish Wigan, unparished area
Region North West

Streets in WN6 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Court 1 Abbey Dale 1 Abbeyfields 1 Acacia Crescent 5 Adelphi Street 1 Albatross Close 1 Aldford Way 1 Almond Brook Road 2 Almond Crescent 1 Almond Green Avenue 2 Almond Pastures 1 Apple Hey 2 Apple Lane 1 Appley Close 1 Appley Lane North 8 Appley Lane South 2 Arbour Lane 1 Artisan Close 2 Ascroft Avenue 2 Ash Close 1 Ash Grove 1 Ashfield Park Drive 1 Ashfield Terrace 1 Ashurst Road 1 Aspinall Road 1 Avondale Street 4 Ayrefield Grove 1 Back Lane 3 Bakewell Drive 1 Ball Street 1

Postcodes in WN6 50 shown View all postcodes

WN6 0AA WN6 0AB WN6 0AD WN6 0AE WN6 0AF WN6 0AG WN6 0AH WN6 0AJ WN6 0AL WN6 0AN WN6 0AP WN6 0AQ WN6 0AR WN6 0AS WN6 0AT WN6 0AU WN6 0AW WN6 0AX WN6 0AY WN6 0AZ WN6 0BA WN6 0BB WN6 0BD WN6 0BE WN6 0BF WN6 0BG WN6 0BH WN6 0BJ WN6 0BL WN6 0BN WN6 0BP WN6 0BQ WN6 0BS WN6 0BT WN6 0BU WN6 0BW WN6 0BX WN6 0BY WN6 0BZ WN6 0DA WN6 0DB WN6 0DD WN6 0DE WN6 0DF WN6 0DG WN6 0DH WN6 0DJ WN6 0DL WN6 0DN WN6 0DP