Our Data Sources
17, Forbes Close, Wigan has 31 entries in the Land Registry , most recently in September 2012 and a single entry in the EPC database dated August 2011.
We combine this information with that of neighbouring properties to estimate the property attributes and values.
The local information is scored as 3 out of 5 and is considered of medium accuracy.
Price Range & Condition
In very good condition, we estimate 17, Forbes Close, Wigan would be worth £276,926, with a potential rental value of £1,256 per month.
If substantial cosmetic improvements are needed, the estimated sale value falls to £245,278, with a rental value of £1,113 per month.
The extent to which decoration affects a property's value depends on its type, size and location.
Energy Efficiency
17, Forbes Close, Wigan has an Energy Performance Rating (EPC) of D. This is based on the most recent assessment, dated 19 Aug 2011.
The property is connected to mains gas and has fully double glazed windows. It is heated using Boiler and radiators, mains gas.
Sold Prices
17, Forbes Close, Wigan last changed hands on 3rd September 2012, selling for £150,000. The transaction was logged as a leasehold house by HM Land Registry.
In total it has sold 3 times since 1995.
The market for similar properties has risen by 52.0% since September 2012.
- Sold Sep 2012£150,000
- Sold Apr 2004£155,000
- Sold Dec 1995£78,500
Similar Properties Sold Nearby
Land Registry records and our Estate Agent network show 3 sales of comparable properties within 750 metres of 17, Forbes Close, Wigan across the last 2 years.
Most recently, 21, Fairman Drive, Wigan, WN2 2RT, a leasehold house, sold at £272,000 on the 19th December 2025.
Read more about house prices in WN2.
- Sold Dec 2025£272,000 | 3 Bed House21, Fairman Drive, Wigan, WN2 2RT21, Fairman Drive, Wigan, WN2 2RT
- Sold Sep 2025£260,000 | 3 Bed House50, Fairman Drive, Wigan, WN2 2RT50, Fairman Drive, Wigan, WN2 2RT
- Sold Apr 2023£245,000 | 3 Bed House15, Fairman Drive, Wigan, WN2 2RT15, Fairman Drive, Wigan, WN2 2RT
•Nearby is defined as the radius comprising the nearest 2,000 addresses.
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Location Comparison
Our analysis of the public data ranks 17, Forbes Close, Wigan as the 11th largest and the 11th most expensive of the 28 addresses on Forbes Close, Hindley, Wigan, WN2.
Against the WN2 postcode district average, it is £78k more expensive than the typical property.
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Schools Nearby
- 600mCastle Hill St Philip's CofE Primary School
- 900mHindley All Saints CofE Primary School
- 900mSt Benedict's Catholic Primary School Hindley
- 1.2kmOutwood Academy Hindley
- 2.5kmDean Trust Rose Bridge
- 3.8kmWesthoughton High School
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Public Transport Nearby
- 200mHindley
- 2.6kmInce (Manchester)
- 3.6kmWesthoughton
Available Internet Speeds
Ofcom's latest figures show superfast broadband available in this area.
According to recent data from Ofcom, Superfast broadband is available in the area.
Risk of Flooding
Environment Agency data suggests this area has a very low risk of flooding.
