About Whelley

Whelley is a small area located within the Metropolitan Borough of Wigan in Greater Manchester, England. It falls under the WN1 postcode area and is primarily a residential community. The area features a mix of housing, including traditional terraced homes and more modern developments. Whelley is conveniently situated near the town of Wigan, providing easy access to local amenities, shops, and services. The area is well-connected by public transport, with bus services linking Whelley to surrounding areas. Nearby, residents can enjoy parks and green spaces, offering opportunities for outdoor activities. Whelley is also close to the Leeds and Liverpool Canal, which provides scenic walking routes. Overall, Whelley serves as a quiet residential area with practical access to the broader amenities of Greater Manchester.

School Ratings in Whelley

Families in Whelley have access to 149 local schools. Douglas Valley Nursery School and St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Whelley

Homes sell for an average of £236K locally. Most of the housing is made up of terraced houses, averaging £126K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Whelley

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

Deprivation and Employment in Whelley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Whelley 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 Whelley

Broadband services in Whelley range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,855 sales

Average Price £236K
£425 — £10.15M
Detached £359K 333
Semi £189K 927
Terraced £126K 1,063
Flat £113K 292

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

91 Primary
15 Secondary
43 Other
Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery Primary Good 0.2 miles Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan Primary Outstanding 0.4 miles Dean Trust Rose Bridge Secondary 0.5 miles CEWE School Good 0.5 miles Douglas Valley Sure Start Children's Centre Good 0.6 miles Douglas Valley Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 0.6 miles St Catharine's CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Mab's Cross Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School Primary Outstanding 0.7 miles St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Primary 0.7 miles Ince Sure Start Children's Centre Good 0.9 miles Ince CofE Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Whelley IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Whelley 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
5/10
Income
5/10
Employment
5/10
Education
5/10
Health
4/10
Housing
8/10
Living Environment
4/10
7,320 Children (0-15) 18%
26,157 Working Age 64%
9,831 Older (60+) 24%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 33.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 20.4% 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 Whelley 4 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Whelley 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.

2 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Other Theft
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
Greater Manchester Aspull New Springs Whelley 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

Ince (Manchester) Train Station 0.9 miles
Wigan Wallgate Train Station 1 miles
Wigan North Western Train Station 1.1 miles
Hindley Train Station 1.7 miles
Pemberton Train Station 2.7 miles
Blackrod Train Station 3.1 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Top Lock 0.6 miles Whitley 0.9 miles Marylebone 0.9 miles New Springs 0.9 miles Scholes 0.9 miles Wigan 0.9 miles Springfield 1.2 miles Pennington Green 1.2 miles Ince in Makerfield 1.4 miles Boar's Head 1.8 miles Aspull 1.8 miles Poolstock 1.8 miles

Local Government

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

Streets in WN1 30 shown View all streets

Acton Street 1 Acton Terrace 1 Alfred Street 1 Alwyn Street 1 Arcade Street 2 Arley Lane 1 Ascroft Street 1 Ashford Rise 1 Ashland Avenue 1 Avondale Road 1 Back Mesnes Street 1 Baclaw Close 1 Balcarres Avenue 3 Baldwin Street 1 Barracks Yard 1 Barrowcroft Close 1 Bedford Street 2 Believe Square 1 Bellingham Avenue 1 Bellingham Drive 1 Bellingham Mount 2 Belvoir Street 2 Bengairn Close 1 Berwick Place 1 Bethersden Road 2 Birkett Bank 1 Birkett Street 3 Bishopgate 2 Blundell Lane 3 Bores Meadow 2

Postcodes in WN1 50 shown View all postcodes

WN1 1AA WN1 1AE WN1 1AF WN1 1AL WN1 1AT WN1 1AZ WN1 1BA WN1 1BB WN1 1BE WN1 1BH WN1 1BJ WN1 1BL WN1 1BN WN1 1BP WN1 1BS WN1 1BT WN1 1BZ WN1 1DB WN1 1DE WN1 1DF WN1 1DG WN1 1DJ WN1 1DL WN1 1DN WN1 1DP WN1 1DQ WN1 1DT WN1 1DU WN1 1DW WN1 1DY WN1 1EA WN1 1EB WN1 1ER WN1 1EX WN1 1EY WN1 1EZ WN1 1HA WN1 1HB WN1 1HD WN1 1HE WN1 1HG WN1 1HH WN1 1HN WN1 1HP WN1 1HQ WN1 1HR WN1 1HS WN1 1HW WN1 1HX WN1 1HZ