Updated Feb 18, 2026
KEY STATS
175K
Population
28 km2
Area
298 Mbps
Internet
UTC±00:00
Timezone
OVERVIEW
Wigan is a city in United Kingdom with a population of 175K. Internet speeds average 298 Mbps download. The city has 11,062 mapped points of interest.
QUICK FACTS
Country
United Kingdom
Region
Northern Europe
Population
175K
Timezone
UTC±00:00
Currency
GBP
Language
English
GPS
53.54, -2.64
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Infrastructure
11,062 points of interest mapped in Wigan — 391 per km2
Tech
298 Mbps average download — faster than most capital cities worldwide
A mid-sized city of 175,405 people
INFRASTRUCTURE
11,062 total POIs 390.9 per km²
Above avg per capita
Average
Below avg
Food & Drink
Restaurants
190
Cafes
202
Bars
441
Fast Food
466
Shopping
Supermarkets
101
Convenience
273
Shopping Malls
20
Healthcare
Hospitals
18
Clinics
146
Pharmacies
80
Education
Schools
318
Universities
14
Libraries
39
Recreation
Parks
1,026
Playgrounds
405
Sports
108
Cinemas
6
Museums
11
Theatres
7
Transport
Bus Stops
3,650
Train Stations
30
Fuel Stations
83
Services
Banks
28
ATMs
82
Post Offices
74
Police
23
Fire Stations
13
Source: DropThe Database | dropthe.org
INTERNET SPEED
298 Mbps
Download
88 Mbps
Upload
16ms
Latency
45,762
Tests
11,188
Devices
2025-Q4
Last updated
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Best time to visit: Jun - Aug
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
What is Wigan known for?
Wigan is a city in United Kingdom. It offers a range of cultural, historical, and natural attractions.
How fast is the internet in Wigan?
Wigan has an average download speed of 298 Mbps and upload speed of 88 Mbps, based on Ookla speed test data.
What is the population of Wigan?
The population of Wigan is approximately 175K.
What infrastructure does Wigan have?
Wigan has 11,062 mapped points of interest, including 190 restaurants, 18 hospitals, 318 schools.
What country is Wigan in?
Wigan is located in United Kingdom.
