Ashton in Makerfield
A community guide to Ashton in Makerfield in England, the United Kingdom.
- Population
- 26,380 residents
- Region
- England
- Country
- the United Kingdom
- Coordinates
- 53.4833, -2.6500
Visiting
Ashton in Makerfield welcomes visitors year-round. Points of interest in and around the community reflect the local character of this part of England, and the surrounding region offers further opportunities for exploration. Accommodation, dining, and visitor services in Ashton in Makerfield are available at the scale appropriate for a community of its size, with additional options in nearby places across England. For travellers passing through the United Kingdom, Ashton in Makerfield provides a snapshot of regional life worth a closer look.
Overview
Ashton in Makerfield is a populated place in England, the United Kingdom. The community supports 26,380 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of England. Its position within the broader regional network gives Ashton in Makerfield a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Geography and location
Ashton in Makerfield sits at approximate coordinates 53.4833 latitude and -2.6500 longitude within England. The terrain and natural features around Ashton in Makerfield reflect those typical of its part of the United Kingdom, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider England road network providing the principal routes in and out.