WN1 has demonstrated notable rental yield characteristics, with five-year rent growth of 6.5% CAGR outpacing price appreciation at 4.3% CAGR. The district ranks at the 96th percentile nationally with a trajectory score of 61.7/100, indicating strong fundamental metrics. Population growth of 1.1% over five years suggests modest demographic expansion. The area is classified at an early gentrification stage, which typically correlates with evolving infrastructure and amenity development. These metrics provide a data-driven baseline for investors evaluating rental income potential relative to capital growth, though market conditions remain subject to broader economic variables affecting the North West property sector.
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- 1Property prices up 3.7% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.5% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.1% per year
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What's changing in Wigan · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 3.4 points this month to 58/100, driven mainly by safety.
38 planning applications submitted in WN1 over the last six months, including 1 new build residential scheme, 3 change of use, 6 demolition.
- Change of use to a mixed use as a dwelling (Use Class C3) and a cattery (Sui Generis) following the erection of detached outbuildingMar 2026 · Registered
- Two storey side extension and part single part two storey rear extension following demolition of attached garageJun 2026 · Registered
- Single storey rear extension projecting 4 metres, height to eaves 2.6 metres and height to the ridge of 3.5 metres following demolition of existing conservatoryApr 2026 · Registered
Wigan (WN1) common questions
Is Wigan up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Wigan (WN1) as Early. Its trajectory score is 58/100 (Strong), in the top 11% of districts nationally. The score is down 4.0 points over the last 12 months.
Is Wigan safe?
Wigan has a safety score of 66/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Wigan?
The average property price in Wigan (WN1) is £191k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 3.7% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Wigan?
The median monthly rent in Wigan (WN1) is £717 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Wigan?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Whitchurch (SY13), Wigan (WN6), Runcorn (WA7), Bolton (BL6), Wigan (WN2). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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