Wigan Road is in Ormskirk and in West Lancashire district. L39 2AS is located in the Ormskirk East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Lancashire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wigan Road, Ormskirk, L39 2AS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: L39 2BB, L39 2HZ, L39 2BN, L39 2BF, L39 2XH, L39 2BA, L39 4AE, L39 4AS, L39 4AF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding L39 2AS, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 56.3% | 54.9% | -1.4% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 43.7% | 45.1% | 1.4% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 43.5% | 39.1% | -4.4% | 37.9% | 1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.8% | 47.4% | 5.6% | 44.2% | 3.2% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 4.7% | 6.6% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 8.2% | 5.5% | -2.7% | 6.1% | -0.6% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.2%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.9% | 55.6% | 0.7% | 48.4% | 7.2% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 32.6% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 9.5% | 8.2% | -1.3% | 12.7% | -4.5% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 2.7% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.9% | 10.4% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -7.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.5% | 6.9% | -2.6% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 10% | -3.4% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.6% | 5.2% | 2.6% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 25.9% | 17% | -8.9% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.2% | 47.8% | 17.6% | 33.8% | 14.0% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.3% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.8% | 1.6% | -0.2% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% |
| White | 97.9% | 94.3% | -3.6% | 81.4% | 12.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 92.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.1% | 92.1% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 4.4% | 2.6% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 92.1% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 8.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0.5% | -3.7% | 1.9% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.9% | 1.5% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 9.6% | 13.5% | -3.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.9% | 37.2% | -7.3% |
| Christian | 60.9% | 46.2% | 14.7% |
| Jewish | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wigan Road was 39.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 55.0% lower than the Ormskirk East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wigan Road has the 9th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Ormskirk East and the 129th lowest crime rate of 328 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 103 Wigan Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £181,000 | 2024-05-31 | £194,753 |
| 125 Wigan Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £203,000 | 2022-08-26 | £234,482 |
| 103 Wigan Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £172,500 | 2022-06-06 | £205,887 |
| 137 Wigan Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2021-07-27 | £205,936 |
| 139 Wigan Road, Ormskirk, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2021-06-30 | £172,174 |
L39 2AS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 130 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 40 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Moorgate Nursery School Moorgate , L39 4RY | 4out of 4 | 852 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormskirk Church of England Primary School Greetby Hill , L39 2DP | 3out of 4 | 420 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk St Anne's Catholic Primary School Aughton Street , Townend L39 3LQ | 2out of 4 | 1,170 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk West End School Grimshaw Lane , L39 1PA | 3out of 4 | 1,543 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk Asmall Primary School Tennyson Drive , L39 3PJ | 3out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aughton Christ Church Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Long Lane , Aughton L39 5AS | 4out of 4 | 2,230 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ormskirk School Wigan Road , L39 2AT | 1out of 4 | 691 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ormskirk Academy Wigan Road , L39 2AT | - not rated | 708 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Bede's Catholic High School St Anne's Road , L39 4TA | 3out of 4 | 1,431 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burscough Priory Academy Trevor Road , Burscough L40 7RZ | 1out of 4 | 4,673 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Acorns School 43 Ruff Lane , L39 4QX | 3out of 4 | 358 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood Edge Independent School 69 Ruff Lane , Ormskirk L39 4UL | - not rated | 873 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Edge Hill University St Helen's Road , L39 4QP | - not rated | 900 yd | Higher education institutions | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Pontville School Black Moss Lane , L39 4TW | - not rated | 1,572 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| West Lancashire Community High School School Lane , Chapel House WN8 8EH | 3out of 4 | 5,363 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| League of Friends Coffee Bar | Ormskirk General Hospital, Wigan Road | 364 yd | |
| The Fat Italian | 47 Derby Street, Ormskirk | 369 yd | |
| Platform Refreshments | Ormskirk Railway Station, Station Approach | 537 yd | |
| The Edge | 3 St Helens Road, Ormskirk | 591 yd | |
| The Cork | 13 Railway Road, Ormskirk | 623 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alpine Club Lodge | 17-21 Railway Road, Ormskirk | 623 yd | |
| Liquid Bar | 2 St Helens Road, Ormskirk | 636 yd | |
| The Railway Hotel | 17 Derby Street, Ormskirk | 645 yd | |
| Lime Tyger | 40B Moor Street, Ormskirk | 650 yd | |
| The Queens Head | 30 Moor Street, Ormskirk | 693 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ormskirk Chippy | 114 Wigan Road, Ormskirk | 151 yd | |
| Coffee Shop | Ormskirk General Hospital, Wigan Road | 364 yd | |
| Marmaris | 1 St Helens Road, Ormskirk | 591 yd | |
| Earl Of Sandwich | 2A Railway Road, Ormskirk | 623 yd | |
| Scoozi | 4 Railway Road, Ormskirk | 623 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wigan Road Stores | 112 Wigan Road, Ormskirk | 151 yd | |
| Lidl | Atkinson Business Park, Atkinson Road | 713 yd | |
| Iceland Food Warehouse | 1A Hattersley Way, The Hattersley Centre | 826 yd | |
| Platan Polski Sklep | 14 Aughton Street, Ormskirk | 854 yd | |
| Ormskirk Super Store Ltd | 16 Aughton Street, Ormskirk | 856 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ormskirk Grammar School Sports Hall (Closed) Ruff Lane | 438 yd | |
| Ormskirk School WIGAN ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 607 yd |
| Ormskirk School Playing Pitches SPORTS GROUND AND CHANGING ROOM SPORTS GROUND AND CHANGING ROOM ST HELENS ROAD | grass pitches | 840 yd |
| Unite Health & Fitness MOORGATE | health and fitness suite | 848 yd |
| Edge Hill Sport St. Helens Road | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 855 yd |
| Ormskirk Cricket Club Altys Lane | grass pitches | 909 yd |
| Energie Fitness (Ormskirk) UNIT 2 UNIT 2 TWO SAINTS PLACE | health and fitness suite | 928 yd |
| Park Pool PARK ROAD CAR PARK PARK ROAD CAR PARK PARK ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 973 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 56.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 105.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.