Overview of WA3 3EB

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East Avenue is in Golborne, Warrington and in Wigan district. WA3 3EB is located in the Golborne & Lowton West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leigh. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.

StreetScan combines information about East Avenue, Golborne, Warrington, WA3 3EB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: WA3 3JA, WA3 3GZ, WA3 3DZ, WA3 3EA, WA3 3ES, WA3 3ET, WA3 3HU, WA3 3HX, WA3 3LD.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WA3 3EB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female49.5%50.2%0.7% 51.0% -0.8%
Male50.5%49.8%-0.7% 49.0% 0.8%

Partnership Status

Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single32.3%36%3.7% 37.9% -1.9%
Married: Opposite sex38.1%31.6%-6.5% 44.2% -12.6%
Married: Same sex1.6%0%-1.6% 0.3% -0.3%
Civil partnership: Same sex0%0.4%0.4% 0.1% 0.3%
Separated3.1%3.1%0.0% 2.2% 0.9%
Divorced14%15.1%1.1% 9.1% 6.0%
Widowed10.9%13.8%2.9% 6.1% 7.7%

Health

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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (59.4%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health34.4%27.6%-6.8% 48.4% -20.8%
Good health25.8%31.8%6.0% 33.6% -1.8%
Fair health26.1%26.8%0.7% 12.7% 14.1%
Bad health11.4%10%-1.4% 4.0% 6.0%
Very bad health2.3%3.8%1.5% 1.2% 2.6%

Education and Qualifications

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.

In the area around WA3 3EB this area, 30.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.8%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications42.8%30.1%-12.7% 18.2% 11.9%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 16.3%11.8%-4.5% 9.6% 2.2%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels14.8%14.4%-0.4% 13.4% 1.0%
Apprenticeship3.9%7%3.1% 5.3% 1.7%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels7.8%12.2%4.4% 16.9% -4.7%
Degree or Similar10.9%21.8%10.9% 33.8% -12.0%
Other3.5%2.6%-0.9% 2.8% -0.2%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Indian0%0.4%0.4% 3.1% -2.7%
Black African0%0.8%0.8% 2.5% -1.7%
Black Caribbean0.3%0%-0.3% 1.0% -1.0%
Mixed White and Caribbean0%0.8%0.8% 0.9% -0.1%
White99.3%97.7%-1.6% 81.4% 16.3%
Other0.3%0.4%0.1% 1.6% -1.2%

Country of Birth

In this area, 98.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom99.3%98.5%-0.8% 83.2% 15.3%
European Union0.3%0.4%0.1% 6.1% -5.7%
Rest of Europe0.3%0%-0.3% 0.8% -0.8%
Africa0%0.4%0.4% 2.7% -2.3%
Middle East and Asia0%0.8%0.8% 5.6% -4.8%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK99%98.5%-0.5% 83.2% 15.3%
10+ Years0%0.8%0.8% 9.8% -9.0%
5-10 Years0%0.4%0.4% 2.9% -2.5%
Less than 2 years1%0.4%-0.6% 1.9% -1.5%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom73.3% 76.7% -3.4%
Ireland0.4% 0.6% -0.2%
Southern Asia0.4% 1.2% -0.8%
No passport held26% 13.5% 12.5%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion35.2% 37.2% -2.0%
Christian59.8% 46.2% 13.6%
Hindu0.4% 1.7% -1.3%
Muslim0.4% 6.5% -6.1%
Other religion0.4% 0.6% -0.2%
Not answered3.8% 6.0% -2.2%

Safety

Is East Avenue Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around East Avenue was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Golborne & Lowton West average.

Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 13.4%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£35,900
Income Rank
2/10

Household Income in WA3 3EB, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on East Avenue are based on 1 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Wigan.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for East Avenue, Golborne, Warrington, WA3 3EB

Estimated Average Property Prices for WA3 3EB

Average Price
£148,800
Semi-Detached
£148,800
Terraced
no sales
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for East Avenue

Average Price
£153,536
Semi-Detached
£153,536
Terraced
no sales
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on East AvenueStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
3 East Avenue, Warrington, Greater Manchester
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£97,0002017-06-19 £153,536
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for WA3 3EB

Employment

WA3 3EB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.

The percentage of retired residents living in WA3 3EB area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.

Economic Activity

Retired79
Full-Time Employee57
Part-Time Employee21
Long-Term Sick or disabled20
Other17
Self-Employed11
Unemployed7
Looking after home or family6
Student (economically inactive)5
Full-Time Student (with or without job)4

Employment Industry

Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles22
Human health and social work activities15
Construction12
Manufacturing10
Accommodation and food service activities9
Education7
Other7
Professional, scientific and technical activities6
Administrative and support service activities6
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security6
Transport and storage3
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities2
Financial and insurance activities2
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 1

Schools

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
St Thomas CofE Junior and Infant School
Church Street , Golborne WA3 3TH
3out of 4 363 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
All Saints Catholic Primary School, Golborne, Wigan
Hazel Grove , Golborne WA3 3LU
4out of 4 548 yd Voluntary aided school Yes Mixed More About School
Lowton West Primary School
Slag Lane , Lowton WA3 2ED
3out of 4 716 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Golborne Community Primary School
Talbot Street , Golborne WA3 3NN
3out of 4 906 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
St Luke's CofE Primary School
Church Lane , Lowton WA3 2PW
3out of 4 1,514 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Golborne High School
Lowton Road , Golborne WA3 3EL
3out of 4 246 yd Foundation school No Mixed More About School
Lowton Church of England High School
Newton Road , Lowton WA3 1DU
2out of 4 3,149 yd Foundation school No Mixed More About School
Hope Academy
Ashton Road , WA12 0AQ
3out of 4 3,330 yd Academy sponsor led Not Applicable Mixed More About School
St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Ashton-in-Makerfield
Rookery Avenue , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9PF
3out of 4 3,675 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
The Byrchall High School
Warrington Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9PQ
2out of 4 3,722 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
The Parks School
Market Street , Hindley WN2 3AN
- not rated 1,360 yd Other independent special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Green Meadow Independent Primary School
Robson Way , WA3 2RD
- not rated 1,950 yd Other independent school Yes Mixed More About School
Willow Grove Primary School
Willow Grove , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 8XF
4out of 4 2,939 yd Community special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The Holden School
First Lane , Leigh WN7 4SB
- not rated 4,425 yd Other independent special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Expanse Learning (Expanse Group Ltd)
Leigh Sports Stadium, Sale Way , Leigh Sports Village WN7 4JY
- not rated 4,466 yd Special post 16 institution Not Applicable Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Wigan & Leigh People First149a Lowton Road, Golborne206 yd
Hare & Hounds1 Golborne Road, Lowton489 yd
Hooton Newsagents54 Church Street, Golborne528 yd
Garden CaféGolborne Road, Lowton594 yd
Suhana Indian Restaurant81 High Street, Golborne673 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Golborne Parkside Sports & Community Club,Rivington Avenue, Golborne291 yd
Rams Head Hotel248 Slag Lane, Lowton659 yd
Golborne Community(Members) Club2 Salisbury Street, Golborne791 yd
Golborne Sports & Social Club28 Stone Cross Lane North, Lowton807 yd
Golborne Community Bowling ClubHigh Street, Golborne892 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Golborne Fry126 Lowton Road, Golborne138 yd
Church Street Chippy50 Church Street, Golborne456 yd
Aroma113 High Street, Golborne582 yd
Wok's Cooking111 High Street, Golborne582 yd
Opera Kitchen77 High Street, Golborne676 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Co-op235 Church Lane, Lowton864 yd
B & M Stores29-39 High Street, Golborne899 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Golborne High School
LOWTON ROAD
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite206 yd
Golborne Parkside Sport & Community Club
HUGO JOHNSON PLAYING FIELDS HUGO JOHNSON PLAYING FIELDS RIVINGTON AVENUE
grass pitches, health and fitness suite360 yd
Golborne Sports And Social Club
STONE CROSS LANE NORTH
artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, tennis courts670 yd
Iconic Fitness
Unit 111 Unit 111 Golborne Enterprise Park
health and fitness suite693 yd
Golborne Junior & Infant School (Closed)
Talbot Street
grass pitches989 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed56.3 Mbit/s
Average download speed123.8 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed600 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed600 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed19.3 Mbit/s
Average upload speed19 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed40 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.