Living in WN5: Liveability Score 59/100
Wigan, North West
Last updated 25 June 2026
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Score breakdown
Safety & Environment
Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Wigan (year ending Dec 2025): 31,818 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
Broadly acceptable environment.
Services
4 Outstanding, 25 Good out of 32 rated schools.
Healthcare meets national standards across most CQC measures. 3 GP surgeries and 3 hospital facilities serve the area.
94% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
Economy & Bills
IMD deprivation decile 5/10, around the national average.
Band D council tax £2,153/year, typical EPC rating D. Running costs are below average.
Transport
Good transport links with regular public transport options.
Lifestyle
Average amenity provision: basic shops and services available. Around 220 amenities within 2km of the typical resident.
WN5 covers 936 active postcodes in Wigan, North West.
Frequently asked questions
Is WN5 a safe area to live?
WN5 scores 31/100 for safety. Recorded crime is above the national average. The police force here doesn’t publish street-level data, so this is a district-level estimate from Home Office recorded-crime totals for Wigan (year ending Dec 2025): 31,818 offences. It can’t be broken down by location or crime type.
What are the schools like in WN5?
Schools in WN5 score 58/100. 4 Outstanding, 25 Good out of 32 rated schools.
How good is the broadband in WN5?
Broadband in WN5 scores 79/100. 94% gigabit coverage; 98% have superfast (≥30 Mbps).
How does WN5 compare to nearby areas?
Nearby districts include WN3, WN1, WN6. Use the PostcodeScorer comparison tool to compare them side by side.
What is the overall liveability score for WN5?
WN5 scores 59/100, rated "Average", across nine categories: safety, schools, healthcare, environment, transport, lifestyle, broadband, economic health, and bills. The UK average is approximately 62/100.
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