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Wigan, United Kingdom

England · United Kingdom

Wigan is a large city in England, United Kingdom with a population of 175,405. Elevation: 105 ft (32 m). Average temperature: 51°F (11°C).

Data updated June 2026

3.3 /5.0
B Good
175,405 Population 16,048/sq mi density
105 ft Elevation 32 meters
51°F Avg Temperature 11°C
53.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$47,469 Median Income
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$47,469 median income, 5.1% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$236,996 home value, $1,187/mo rent
B
Education
3.1 / 5.0
25.8% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile

People

Population175,405
Median Age42.0 yrs
Density16,048/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 3%
Veterans3.8%

Economy

B
Median Income$47,469
Per Capita$47,469
Unemployment5.1%

Housing

B+
Home Value$236,996
Rent$1,187
Ownership66.8%
Housing Units70,162

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Sunny Days210/yr
Elevation105 ft (32 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.8%
High School+43.5%

Community

Population175,405
Population Density16,048 / sq mi
Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Coordinates53.5430°, -2.6371°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceEngland
Average Temperature51°F (11°C)
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation53.6 inches (1,361 mm)
Annual Snowfall8.9 inches (23 cm)
Median Household Income$47,469
Median Age42.0 years

About Wigan

Wigan is a large city in United Kingdom (England) with a population of 175,405. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet (32 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 51°F (11°C). Temperatures range from 41°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 53.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Wigan has a population of 175,405 with a density of 16,048 people per square mile, spread across 10.9 square miles. The median age is 42.0 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. The city is predominantly White (3.4%), with 2.8% Asian. English is the primary language spoken at home by 96% of residents. 3.8% of the population are veterans, below the national rate of 6.0%. 6.2% of residents have a disability (below the 13.0% national average).

Population

175,405
Total Population
16,048
People / sq mi
42.0yrs
Median Age
8% above United Kingdom avg
10.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 96.0%
22% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 4.0%

Social Characteristics

Wigan vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Wigan is $47,469, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $47,469 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $913, 36% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 77 business establishments, including 18 restaurants. 22.3% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Wigan vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,469
37% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$47,469
Avg Weekly Wage$913

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)77

Business (County)

Restaurants18
Healthcare11
Retail4

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.9%
Public Transit4.4%
Work from Home22.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Wigan is $236,996, 16% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,187 (2% above the national average of $1,163). 66.8% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 70,162 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$236,996
16% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,187
2% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership66.8%
Owner-Occupied66.8%
Renter-Occupied33.2%
Housing Units70,162

Property Tax

Climate in Wigan

Wigan has an average annual temperature of 10.3°C (51°F). The hottest month is Jul (16.7°C), the coldest is Jan (4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 832 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.8°C / 41°F 2.3° / 7.2° 67.2
Feb 5.3°C / 42°F 2.4° / 8.2° 61.6
Mar 7°C / 45°F 3.7° / 10.4° 51.3
Apr 9°C / 48°F 5° / 12.9° 60.5
May 12.2°C / 54°F 7.8° / 16.5° 59.1
Jun 14.6°C / 58°F 10.6° / 18.6° 62.6
Jul 16.7°C / 62°F 12.6° / 20.8° 59.6
Aug 16.4°C / 62°F 12.5° / 20.3° 73.1
Sep 13.9°C / 57°F 10.1° / 17.7° 71.4
Oct 10.6°C / 51°F 7.4° / 13.7° 95.1
Nov 7.4°C / 45°F 4.8° / 10.1° 86.0
Dec 5.2°C / 41°F 2.8° / 7.6° 84.1
Wigan experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 41°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 210 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The area receives 8.9 inches of snow annually. The city sits at an elevation of 105 feet.

Temperature

41°F Jan (5°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below United Kingdom avg
January Average41°F (5°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days210 days/yr

Geography

Elevation105 ft (32 m)
Area10.9 sq mi (28.3 km²)
Population Density16,048/sq mi
Coordinates53.5430°N, 2.6371°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 53.6"
41% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 8.9"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.69"
Driest Month (May) 2.48"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

47 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M4.8. Most recent: M2.7 on Jun 28, 2023.

Sep 22, 2002 2 km ESE of Wombourn, United Kingdom M4.8 118 km
Apr 2, 1990 4 km NNE of Presteigne, United Kingdom M4.7 139 km
Oct 21, 2002 1 km ESE of Manchester, United Kingdom M4.3 29 km
Oct 28, 2001 5 km E of Long Clawson, United Kingdom M4.2 142 km
Mar 7, 1996 3 km SW of Clive, United Kingdom M3.8 84 km
Feb 14, 2005 2 km SW of Conwy, United Kingdom M3.8 86 km
Oct 24, 2002 2 km WNW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.8 31 km
Oct 21, 2002 0 km N of Longdendale, United Kingdom M3.7 43 km
Apr 28, 2009 3 km WSW of Flookburgh, United Kingdom M3.7 74 km
Feb 8, 1990 2 km E of Mansfield, United Kingdom M3.6 108 km
Jan 3, 2011 5 km S of Masham, United Kingdom M3.6 95 km
May 30, 2022 2 km ESE of Prees, United Kingdom M3.6 74 km
Mar 17, 1994 5 km WNW of Newtown, United Kingdom M3.5 122 km
Oct 22, 2002 0 km S of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.5 33 km
Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 124 km
Feb 29, 2004 0 km SW of Diggle, United Kingdom M3.4 42 km
Feb 10, 1994 2 km NNE of Tregarth, United Kingdom M3.3 102 km
Feb 20, 1995 England, United Kingdom M3.3 73 km
Oct 23, 2002 0 km WSW of Droylsden, United Kingdom M3.3 33 km
Mar 4, 1990 2 km N of Great Haywood, United Kingdom M3.3 90 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 41°F (5°C) 4.1 in
February 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in Coldest
March 42°F (6°C) 3.4 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.6 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.5 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 3.0 in
July 60°F (16°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.7 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.8 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.7 in Wettest
November 43°F (6°C) 4.7 in
December 40°F (5°C) 4.5 in

Wigan has a seasonal temperature swing of 21°F / from 39°F in February to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.7") and May the driest (2.5").

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25.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 23% below the national average of 33.7%. 43.5% have completed high school. 11 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.8%
23% below United Kingdom avg
High School+43.5%
B Education Grade (3.1/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density16,048/sq mi
Total Area10.9 sq mi

Services

Healthcare Facilities11
Restaurants18
Retail Stores4

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone57.9%
Public Transit4.4%
Work from Home22.3%

Schools in Wigan

29 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St James' CofE Primary School - - - -
St Aidan's Catholic Primary School - - - -
Mab's Cross Primary School - - - -
St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School - - - -
Aspull Holy Family Catholic Primary School - - - -
Woodfield Primary School - - - -
Wigan Saint Andrew's Church of England Primary School - - - -
Marsh Green Primary School - - - -
St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Wigan - - - -
Dean Trust Wigan - - - -
Orrell Lamberhead Green Academy - - - -
St John's Church of England Primary School - - - -
Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery - - - -
St Catharine's Church of England Primary School - - - -
St Patrick's Catholic Primary School - - - -
Highfield St Matthews Primary School - - - -
St Jude's Catholic Primary School - - - -
Expanse Learning Wigan School - - - -
St Paul's Church of England Primary School - - - -
Highfield St Matthew's CE Primary School - - - -
Marus Bridge Primary School - - - -
Hope School - - - -
St Mark's CofE Primary School - - - -
Beech Hill Community Primary School - - - -
Worsley Mesnes Community Primary School - - - -
Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School - - - -
St John Fisher Catholic High School - - - -
Westfield Community School - - - -
Deanery High School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Wigan

45 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Deepvibes Radio deep house, mixes MP3 320 kbps
Hits Radio UK - AAC+ 47 kbps
Radio Northwich local information, local music MP3 128 kbps
Beatles Radio (MP3) (US) 1960s, classic rock MP3 128 kbps
Bolton FM community, local MP3 128 kbps
Capital FM Manchester manchester, pop AAC 48 kbps
Liverpool Live Radio - MP3
HearMe - 2020s Pop Music 2020s pop music MP3
Giants of Jazz Radio classic jazz, jazz MP3 192 kbps
Taiyabah Masjid islamic, masjid MP3 128 kbps
Beware! The Radio - MP3 192 kbps
Central Radio North West - MP3 128 kbps
The Richie Allen Show - MP3
CROP Radio community radio, music MP3 128 kbps
Tameside Radio adult contemporary, community radio MP3 128 kbps
Heart North West 105.4 hot adult contemporary AAC 48 kbps
Reform Radio music, variety MP3 192 kbps
OSTM Radio alternative, alternative rock MP3
Radio X Manchester - AAC 48 kbps
KFM Radio (US) - MP3 128 kbps
ALL FM 96.9 community, community radio AAC+
Radio Broadgreen ac, classic hits MP3 160 kbps
RibbleFM - MP3
Circl8 Radio - MP3 320 kbps
Panacea Radio funk, groove MP3
Dune Radio - MP3
Mighty Radio Southport dance, pop MP3 128 kbps
Merseyland Alternative Radio classic rock, eclectic programming MP3 128 kbps
Domes FM - AAC 64 kbps
Radio General (Warrington Hospital Radio) - MP3 128 kbps
OSN Radio Plus - MP3 128 kbps
Radio Alty - MP3 192 kbps
Radio Leyland - MP3 128 kbps
Dazzle FM - MP3 128 kbps
LABR Love a Brother Radio 80s, chillout MP3 320 kbps
Jingle Ark Jingle Jukebox - MP3
Bounce Nation Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Gaydio - MP3 320 kbps
Psychedelic Secret radio - MP3 128 kbps
KFM Radio multi MP3 128 kbps
Arrowe Sound pop music, pop rock MP3 128 kbps
The Buzz Mcr - MP3 128 kbps
Wrexham Premier Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Mersey Radio - MP3 128 kbps
Juice Liverpool - AAC+ 96 kbps

Museums in Wigan

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Amazing Novelty-Orium & Mechanical Museum
Astley Hall
Bicycle Museum
Blackburn Museum and Art Gallery
Bolton Art Gallery, Library & Museum
British Commercial Vehicle Museum
British Commercial Vehicle Museum
Catalyst Museum
Duke of Lancaster's Own Yeomanry Museum
Duke of Lancaster's Own Yeomanry Museum
Hall i' th' Wood Museum
Harris Museum
Harris Museum
Horwich Heritage Centre
Lancashire Infantry Museum
Lancashire Infantry Museum
Lancashire Mining Museum
Leigh Spinners Mill Heritage Centre
Leigh Town Hall Archives
Lymm Heritage Centre
Museum of Lancashire
Museum of Lancashire
Museum Of Policing In Cheshire
Museum of Wigan Life
North West Computer Museum
North West Computer Museum
North West Museum of Road Transport
Norton Priory
Prescot Museum
RAF Burtonwood Heritage Centre
Rainhill Railway Museum
Ribble Steam Railway
Ribble Steam Railway
Smithy Heritage Centre
South Ribble Museum & Exhibition Centre
South Ribble Museum & Exhibition Centre
Strawberry Field
Strawberry Field
The Bolton Steam Museum
Warrington Museum & Art Gallery
Warrington Museum Of Freemasonry
Winding House
World of Glass

Libraries in Wigan

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Adlington Library0.0
Ashton Library0.0
Atherton Library0.0
Bamber Bridge Library0.0
Birchwood Library0.0
Blackburn Central Library0.0
Blackrod Library and Children's Centre0.0
Book-Cycle Beech Hill0.0
Boothstown Library0.0
Bromley Cross Library and Children's Centre0.0
Broomhead Library0.0
Burscough Library0.0
Burtonwood Library0.0
Cadishead Library0.0
Catalyst0.0
Central Library Farnworth0.0
Cherry Tree Library0.0
Chester Lane Library0.0
Chorley Central Library0.0
Clayton Green Library0.0
Clayton Green Library0.0
Coppull Library0.0
Culcheth Library0.0
Darwen Library0.0
Eccleston Library0.0
Eccleston Library0.0
Euxton Library0.0
Freckleton Library0.0
Frodsham Library0.0
Fulwood Library0.0
Golborne Library0.0
Grappenhall Library0.0
Harris Library0.0
Harris Library0.0
Harwood Library0.0
Haydock Library0.0
Heaton Library and Children's Centre0.0
High Street Library0.0
Hindley Library and Community Centre0.0
Horwich Library and Children's Centre0.0
Huyton Library and Knowsley Culture Hub0.0
Ingol Library0.0
Irlam Library0.0
Kingsfold Library0.0
Kirkham Library0.0
Learning Resource Centre0.0
Leigh Library0.0
Leyland Library0.0
Library and Learning Information Services0.0
Library and Wellbeing Centre0.0
Little Hulton Library0.0
Longton Library0.0
Lostock Hall Library0.0
LRC0.0
Lymm Community Library0.0
Marsh Green Branch Library0.0
Moss Bank Library0.0
Newton-le-Willows Library0.0
Ormskirk Library0.0
Orrell Bookcycle0.0
Oswaldtwistle Library0.0
Padgate Library0.0
Parbold Library0.0
Penketh Library0.0
Rainford Library0.0
Rainhill Community Library0.0
Ribbleton Library0.0
Ribbleton Library0.0
Roman Road Library0.0
Runcorn Library0.0
Runcorn Library0.0
Savick Library0.0
Sharoe Green Library0.0
Sharoe Green Library0.0
Shevington Library0.0
Skelmersdale Library0.0
St Helens Library0.0
St Helens Library0.0
Standish Library0.0
Stockton Heath Library0.0
Tarleton Library0.0
Thatto Heath Library0.0
The Barlow0.0
The Gosall Library0.0
The Gosall Library0.0
Tyldesley Library0.0
Walkden Library0.0
Warrington Library0.0
Westbrook Library0.0
Westhoughton Library0.0
Widnes Library0.0
Winstanley College - The Library0.0
Woolston Library0.0
Woolton Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Wigan

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Blackburn Market
Burscough Wharf
Chorley Covered Market
Earlestown Outdoor Market
Farnworth Indoor Market
Indoor Market
Kirkby Market
Leigh Market
Leyland Market
Leyland Market
Market Hall
Market Hall
Penwortham Farmers Market
Prescot Indoor Market
Preston New Markets
Rixton Car Boot
Small Outdoor Market
Warrington Market
Warrington Outdoor Market
Warrington's Favourite Car Boot Sale
Westhoughton Market
Widnes Market
Wigan Market

Hotels in Wigan

2 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Premier Inn
The Brocket Arms

Restaurants in Wigan

25 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Agha Restaurant
Chilli
Dubaij
Eight Restaurant
Feast At The Mills
Fired Wok
Forbes on the Lane
Frankies
India Lounge
La Sentidos Loca
Little 15
Mama Mia
Mama Mia
Melis
Mughal Spice
Nando's
Peking Palace
Pemberton Balti House
Pizza Hut
Pizzico
Primrose Farm
Raj Indian Resturant
Sunrise Indian Takeaway
The Black Pepper
The Wheel Restaurant

Cafes in Wigan

20 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Aroma
Asda Café
ATU
bap
Caffè Nero
Coffee Corner
Coffee me
Costa
Costa
Courtyard Cafe
JK's Kitchen
Muffin Break
Plata Tapas
Poets Corner
Starbucks
Starbucks
Station Cafe
The Little Kitchen
The New Chippery
Uptown Diner

Cinemas in Wigan

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Omniplex Cinema

Theatres in Wigan

2 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

The Edge
Wigan Little Theatre

Monuments in Wigan

4 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Blundell Monument
Great Haigh Sough
Powell Statue
Tyldesley Monument

Clinics in Wigan

4 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Bradshaw Medical Centre
Footprint Podiatry and Therapy Clinic
Newtown Chiropody Clinic
Worsley Mesnes Health Centre

Dentists in Wigan

6 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #1004800213
GB #769112403
Gidlow Dental Surgery
Market Street Dental Practice
mydentist
Perfect Smile

Veterinaries in Wigan

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Anrich Vets
Little Lane Veterinary Clinic

Train Stations in Wigan

3 train stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Pemberton
Wigan North Western
Wigan Wallgate

Bus Stations in Wigan

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Wigan Bus Station

Gas Stations in Wigan

10 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Asda
Asda
BP
BP
BP
Esso
GB #11210328112
Sainsbury's
Shell
Tesco

Banks in Wigan

8 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Barclays
Halifax
HSBC UK
Lloyds Bank
Nationwide
NatWest
Santander
Yorkshire Building Society

Shopping Malls in Wigan

3 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Makinson Arcade
Royal Arcade
The Grand Arcade

Gyms in Wigan

7 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Fitness First
GB #9239814571
JD Gyms
Jetts Fitness
Ladybird Fitness Club for Women
Trans4orm
Wild Bull Fitness

Breweries in Wigan

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
4Ts Brewery
Bank Top Brewery
Crankshaft Brewery
Crankshaft Brewery
Cuckoo's Nest
Cuckoo's Nest
Dunham Massey Brewery
Problem Child Brewing
Prospect Brewery
Rivington Brewing Co.
Three B's Brewery
Thwaites Brewery
Wigan Brewhouse
Withnell's Lancashire Craft Ales

Stadiums & Teams in Wigan

TeamLeagueDivision
Deepdale Stadium
Sir Tom Finney Stadium

Ski Resorts Near Wigan

2 ski resorts within range.

Resort Slopes (km) Lifts Peak (m) Price Season Night Park
The Snow Centre Manchester 0.0 - - $0 - - -
Chill Factor e 0.0 - - $0 - - -

Airports Near Wigan

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Liverpool John Lennon AirportLPLLarge Airport
Manchester AirportMANLarge Airport
Barrow Walney Island AirportBWFMedium Airport
Blackpool AirportBLKMedium Airport
Hawarden AirportCEGMedium Airport
RAF Shawbury-Medium Airport
Warton AerodromeWRTMedium Airport
Abbots Bromley Airfield-Small Airport
Arley Airfield-Small Airport
Ash House Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Ashcroft Airfield-Small Airport
Brook Farm Ultralight Airstrip-Small Airport
Bryn Gates Airfield-Small Airport
Bryngwyn Bach Airfield-Small Airport
Cark airfield-Small Airport
Carr Valley Microlight Airfield-Small Airport
Chipping Airfield-Small Airport
Chirk Airfield-Small Airport
Clotton airstrip UL-Small Airport
Cockerham Airfield-Small Airport
Dairy House Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Fern Farm Airstrip UL-Small Airport
Frandley House Airstrip-Small Airport
Hawksview Airstrip-Small Airport
Haydock Park Airstrip-Small Airport
Higher Barn Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Ince Blundell Microlight Airfield-Small Airport
Kenyon Hall Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Lleweni Parc Glyndwr Soaring Club-Small Airport
Longford Airstrip-Small Airport
Manchester Barton Aerodrome-Small Airport
Middlebank Top Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Middleton Sands Microlight-Small Airport
Moss Edge Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Nantclwyd Airstrip-Small Airport
North Wales Gliding Club-Small Airport
Onecoat Morridge Airstrip-Small Airport
Oxenhope Airfield-Small Airport
Pear Tree Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Peplow Airstrip-Small Airport
Pilling Sands Microlight-Small Airport
RAF Woodvale-Small Airport
Rhedyn Coch Farm Airstrip-Small Airport
Saint Michaels Airfield-Small Airport
Sandford Hall Airstrip-Small Airport
Seighford Glider Field-Small Airport
Sleap Airfield-Small Airport
Tarn Farm Airfield (Rossall Field)-Small Airport
Tern Hill Airfield-Small Airport
The Plassey Airstrip-Small Airport

Post Offices in Wigan

7 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Beech Hill Post Office
Goose Green Post Office
Kitt Green Post Office
Marsh Green Post Office
Robin Park Post Office
Wigan Lane Post Office
Worsley Hall Post Office

Treatment Centers in Wigan

15 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Alimentary Solutions Limited
Ashton Health Centre
Back in Motion
Bamber Bridge Clinic
Broadoaks Child Development Centre
Brookfield Clinic
Child and Adolescent Mental Health Service (CAMHS)
Clayton Brook Clinic
Gold Standard Foot Care
Haydock Lodge
Maple House
Sexual Health Services
The Lantern Centre
The Rehab Hut
With You

Churches & Religious Organizations in Wigan

34 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
All Saints' Parish Church
Bethel Independant Methodist Church
Catholic Church of St. Jude
Cedar Hall
Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints
Church of Saint George
Clowes Methodist Church
Gidlow Methodist Church
Grace Fountain Church with Crossroads Trinity Bible College & Theological Seminary
Masjid Tooba
Mount Zion Independant Methodist Church
Queens Hall Methodist Mission
Sacred Heart Church
Saint Andrew's Church
Saint Anne's Church
Saint Catharine's Church
Saint John the Divine
Saint John's Roman Catholic Church
Saint Mark's Church
Saint Mary's Roman Catholic Church
Saint Patrick's Church
St Aidens
St Barnabas
St Cuthbert's Catholic Church
St Francis of Assisi
St James' Church
St John
St Matthew's C of E
St Michael & All Angels
St Pauls Church
St Stephen
The Salvation Army - Wigan
Trinity United Reformed
Wigan Spiritualist Church

Explore Near Wigan

Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

Around Wigan

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 63
Hospitals 3
Pharmacies 8
Restaurants 18
Cafes 24
Bars 13
Supermarkets 4
Banks 7
Museums 1
Libraries 1
Parks 42
Places of Worship 3

Things to See Near Wigan

73 places within 15 km

🐠 Aquariums (1)
  • • Bolton Aquarium
⚱️ Archaeological Sites (14)
  • • Beard's Battery
  • • Castle Hill
  • • Devil's ditch
  • • Hope Carr Hall
  • • Lead Mines
  • + 9 more
🖼️ Galleries (1)
  • • Bolton Museum and Art Gallery
⛰️ Peaks (34)
  • • Adam Hill
  • • Airlift Hill
  • • Billinge Hill
  • • Billinge North Top
  • • Black Hill Lower
  • + 29 more
🏛️ Ruins (16)
  • • Aspull Pumping Station
  • • Bickershaw Junction
  • • Common Head Farm
  • • Coppice Stile House
  • • Grimes
  • + 11 more
🌄 Viewpoints (6)
  • • Ashurst's Beacon
  • • Belmont Lodge
  • • Great Lawn
  • • The Point
  • • The Ravine
  • + 1 more
🦁 Zoos (1)
  • • Smithills Open Farm

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Wigan

What is the population of Wigan?

Wigan has a population of 175,405 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 16,048 people per square mile, spread across 10.9 square miles. The median age of residents is 42.0 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Wigan expensive to live in?

The median household income is $47,469, 37% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $236,996 (16% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,187 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Wigan?

Wigan has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winter temperatures average 41°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 210 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 53.6 inches, with 8.9 inches of snow.

How is the job market in Wigan?

The unemployment rate in Wigan is 5.1%, somewhat above the national average of 3.6%. Job seekers may face moderate competition. The average weekly wage is $913. There are 77 business establishments in the area, including 18 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Wigan?

The median home value in Wigan is $236,996. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,187. The homeownership rate is 66.8%.

How are the schools in Wigan?

25.8% of adults in Wigan hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 43.5% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Wigan?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Wigan is 3.4% White, 0.8% Black or African American, 2.8% Asian. 96% of residents speak only English at home. 3.8% of the population are military veterans. 6.2% of residents have a disability.

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