4.3% Average

Rental Yield in WN5 — WIGAN

Rent data based on Wigan local authority median. Our methodology

Average ↑ above North West average (4.2%) · ↑ above England average (3.6%)
£166,500
Median Price
£595
Monthly Rent
4.3%
Gross Yield
1,632
Transactions (3yr)

Price by Property Type

Type Median Price Sales
Detached £315,000 212
Semi-detached £185,000 685
Terraced £132,500 599
Flat £87,000 45
Other £140,000 91

Compare Nearby Postcodes

Compare WN5 side by side →
Postcode Area Yield Median Price Monthly Rent
WN3 WIGAN 4.08 £175,000 £595
WN1 WIGAN 4.33 £165,000 £595
WN6 WIGAN 3.62 £197,000 £595
WN4 WIGAN 3.97 £180,000 £595
WN8 SKELMERSDALE 4.35 £167,500 £607

WN5 is part of Wigan. View all postcode districts in Wigan.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the rental yield in WN5?

WN5 has a gross rental yield of 4.3%. The median property price is £166,500 with typical monthly rents of £595, based on Land Registry and VOA data.

Is WN5 a good area for buy-to-let?

WN5 yields 4.3%, above the England average of 3.6%. With 1,632 transactions over 3 years, the data is reliable.

What is the median property price in WN5?

The median property price in WN5 is £166,500, based on 1,632 Land Registry transactions over 3 years. This compares to £168,000 across Wigan as a whole.

Data updated quarterly · Last update: Q1 2026