Latest News About Ashton-In-Makerfield

Here are the latest news highlights I could verify about Ashton-in-Makerfield:

• Local development activity: A 6.7-acre land site off Windsor Road in Ashton-in-Makerfield has been acquired for residential development with plans to submit reserved matters for about 90 homes, including a mix of 3- and 4-bedroom houses. This signals ongoing housing growth in the town as developers target the Greater Manchester area [source notes mention the acquisition and planning steps; see related local development coverage].[1]

• Public order and safety incidents: There have been reports of increased police patrols in Ashton-in-Makerfield town centre following a rise in anti-social behaviour linked to a group of youths. Authorities have been engaging with schools and businesses to curb disturbances and safeguard the area.[2]

• Political developments: By-elections and local political activity have brought Ashton-in-Makerfield into broader national attention, with coverage noting the involvement of high-profile figures in the Makerfield seat and discussions about local governance and investment in the area.[3][5]

• Youth and community safety coverage: Reports and podcast summaries in May 2026 highlighted concerns from residents about safety and the actions taken by police and local services to manage youth-related incidents in the town centre.[4]

• Local regeneration mentions: Wigan council has previously discussed regeneration plans for Ashton-in-Makerfield, including funding and planning discussions aimed at improving the town's infrastructure and services.[7]

If you’d like, I can drill into any of these items (e.g., specific planning proposals, current police activity, or by-election updates) and pull more precise dates, involved parties, and outcomes. I can also summarize the most recent council statements or council meeting notes related to Ashton-in-Makerfield.