A Brief Profile

Wigan is one of the largest boroughs in Greater Manchester with a population that has been steadily increasing. With around 301,415 inhabitants Wigan Borough accounts for 12.1% of Greater Manchester’s 2.4 million population. The bulk of the population is in the economically active 16-45 bracket.

Situated midway between Manchester and Liverpool the borough enjoys excellent road, rail and air links with major motorway and road networks such as the M6, M62, M61 and A580. The main West Coast railway line provides direct access to London and Glasgow and the UK’s third largest airport, Manchester International and the country’s fastest growing airport, John Lennon Liverpool Airport are both within reach in 30 minutes.

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