WN5 in Wigan has recorded a five-year price compound annual growth rate of 4.4%, with rental growth outpacing capital appreciation at 6.7% annually. The district ranks in the 82nd percentile nationally for its trajectory score of 56.4, indicating above-average market momentum. Population growth remains modest at 0.8% over five years, suggesting the area is in an early gentrification stage with limited demographic expansion. The divergence between rental and capital growth rates indicates stronger rental market dynamics than sales-price appreciation, which may reflect investor interest or demand for intermediate-term leasing over owner-occupation.
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- 1Property prices up 4.0% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 6.7% per year
- 3Population growing at 0.8% per year
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What's changing in Wigan · June 2026
The trajectory score moved up 4.0 points this month to 60/100, driven mainly by safety.
31 planning applications submitted in WN5 over the last six months, 4 change of use, 5 demolition.
- Single storey rear extension projecting 3.14 metres, height to the eaves 2.6 metres and height to the ridge 3.9 metres following demolition of conservatoryMar 2026 · Registered
- Single storey extension to side, projecting to rear following demolition of existing outbuildingMar 2026 · Registered
- Single storey rear extension following demolition of garageFeb 2026 · Decided
Wigan (WN5) common questions
Is Wigan up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Wigan (WN5) as Early. Its trajectory score is 60/100 (Strong), in the top 7% of districts nationally. The score is down 4.1 points over the last 12 months.
Is Wigan safe?
Wigan has a safety score of 82/100 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 (WN5) is £224k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 4.0% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Wigan?
The median monthly rent in Wigan (WN5) is £765 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Wigan?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Wigan (WN3), Wigan (WN6), Wigan (WN4), Whitchurch (SY13), St Helens (WA11). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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