About Town of Lowton

Lowton is a town located in Greater Manchester, England, within the WA3 postcode area. It is situated to the east of Leigh and to the west of Newton-le-Willows. The town is primarily residential, with a mix of modern housing and older properties. Lowton has a number of local amenities, including shops, schools, and parks, catering to the needs of its residents. The town is well-connected by road, with easy access to the M6 motorway, making it convenient for travel to nearby cities such as Manchester and Liverpool. Lowton also features several community facilities, including sports clubs and recreational areas, which provide opportunities for leisure activities. The surrounding countryside offers additional options for outdoor pursuits, appealing to those who enjoy nature and walking.

School Ratings in Town of Lowton

Families in Town of Lowton have access to 159 local schools. All Saints Catholic Primary School, Golborne, Wigan and Golborne High School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Town of Lowton

Homes sell for an average of £260K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £200K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Town of Lowton

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Town of Lowton, with 7 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Town of Lowton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Town of Lowton 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 Town of Lowton

Town of Lowton 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 7,944 sales

Average Price £260K
£125 — £17.1M
Detached £334K 2,662
Semi £200K 3,031
Terraced £149K 1,521
Flat £110K 356

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

99 Primary
19 Secondary
41 Other
St Peter's CofE Primary School Primary 0.9 miles Willow Bank School Good 1 miles Newton-le-Willows Primary School Primary 1.3 miles Hope Academy Secondary 1.3 miles St Luke's CofE Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles Wargrave House School Good 1.5 miles All Saints Catholic Primary School, Golborne, Wigan Primary Outstanding 1.5 miles St Mary's Catholic Infant Academy Primary 1.5 miles Golborne Sure Start Children's Centre 1.5 miles Golborne Community Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Lowton Primary Good 1.6 miles Wargrave CofE Primary School Primary 1.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Town of Lowton IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Town of Lowton 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
6/10
Health
5/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
10,990 Children (0-15) 17%
39,129 Working Age 62%
17,445 Older (60+) 28%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 27.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 17.6% 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 Town of Lowton 29 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Town of Lowton 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.

13 Violence & Sexual Offences
7 Public Order
3 Drugs
2 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Burglary
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Other Theft
1 Shoplifting
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Newton-Le-Willows Train Station 0.7 miles
Earlestown Train Station 1.7 miles
Padgate Train Station 3.7 miles
Bryn Train Station 3.8 miles
Garswood Train Station 3.9 miles
Birchwood Train Station 4.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Hermitage Green 0.6 miles Newton Park 0.9 miles Lowton Heath 0.9 miles Kenyon 1.2 miles Newton-Le-Willows 1.2 miles Lane Head 1.4 miles Wargrave 1.4 miles Golborne 1.4 miles Lowton 1.8 miles Vulcan Village 1.8 miles Winwick 1.9 miles New Lane End 2 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in WA3 30 shown View all streets

Abbey Close 1 Abbey Road 1 Abbotsford Close 1 Acreville Grove 2 Adlington Court 1 Admirals Road 2 Adwell Close 1 Ainscough Road 1 Aldcliffe 1 Alder Road 4 Alderley Avenue 1 Aldewood Close 1 Alfred Road 1 Allen Avenue 2 Allerby Way 1 Amis Grove 1 Apple Dell Avenue 1 Applecross Close 2 Arden Close 2 Ariel Gardens 1 Ariel Walk 1 Arkenshaw Road 1 Armstrong Close 2 Ash Grove 1 Ash Road 1 Ashdown Lane 2 Ashmore Close 1 Ashton Road 10 Ashwell Avenue 1 Ashwood Avenue 1

Postcodes in WA3 50 shown View all postcodes

WA3 1AB WA3 1AD WA3 1AE WA3 1AF WA3 1AG WA3 1AH WA3 1AJ WA3 1AL WA3 1AN WA3 1AP WA3 1AQ WA3 1AS WA3 1AT WA3 1AU WA3 1AW WA3 1AX WA3 1AY WA3 1AZ WA3 1BA WA3 1BB WA3 1BD WA3 1BE WA3 1BG WA3 1BH WA3 1BJ WA3 1BL WA3 1BN WA3 1BP WA3 1BQ WA3 1BS WA3 1BT WA3 1BU WA3 1BW WA3 1BX WA3 1BY WA3 1BZ WA3 1DA WA3 1DD WA3 1DE WA3 1DG WA3 1DH WA3 1DJ WA3 1DL WA3 1DN WA3 1DP WA3 1DQ WA3 1DR WA3 1DS WA3 1DU WA3 1DW