Tennyson Drive is in Wigan and in Wigan district. WN1 2PQ is located in the Wigan Central electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wigan. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tennyson Drive, Wigan, WN1 2PQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN1 2PG, WN1 2PJ, WN1 2PL, WN1 2PH, WN1 2PW, WN1 2QS, WN1 2NS, WN1 2TB, WN1 2QT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WN1 2PQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.3% | 50% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 49.7% | 50% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WN1 2PQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 22.3% | 27.2% | 4.9% | 37.9% | -10.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.9% | 55.5% | -3.4% | 44.2% | 11.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 9.9% | 7.4% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 7.8% | 7.4% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 55.4% | 54.9% | -0.5% | 48.4% | 6.5% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 29.9% | -0.5% | 33.6% | -3.7% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 9% | -1.4% | 12.7% | -3.7% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 5.2% | 1.9% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 46.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.5% | 10.3% | -4.2% | 18.2% | -7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.2% | 8.9% | -0.3% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 10% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 8.5% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 15.9% | 7.0% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.9% | 46.1% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 12.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 0.4% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 96.3% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 96.6% 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 | 97.6% | 96.6% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 2.2% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 96.6% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 2.5% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 76.7% | 15.8% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 6.5% | 13.5% | -7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.3% | 37.2% | -13.9% |
| Christian | 70.8% | 46.2% | 24.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 3.4% | 6.0% | -2.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tennyson Drive was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Aspull, New Springs & Whelley average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -76.6%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 52% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Tennyson Drive, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2015-01-23 | £175,125 |
| 1 Tennyson Drive, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2014-08-05 | £440,017 |
| 2 Tennyson Drive, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2013-06-28 | £448,770 |
| 9 Tennyson Drive, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2006-07-24 | £478,344 |
| 9 Tennyson Drive, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2004-07-30 | £446,383 |
WN1 2PQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 WN1 2PQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 91 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Real estate activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas Valley Nursery School Turner Street , Off Greenough Street WN1 3SU | 4out of 4 | 1,392 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Woodfield Primary School Wigan Lane , WN1 2NT | - not rated | 406 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mab's Cross Primary School Standishgate , WN1 1XL | 3out of 4 | 1,120 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Stephen's CofE Primary School Hieland Road , Whelley WN1 3UR | - not rated | 1,187 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School Standishgate , WN1 1XL | 4out of 4 | 1,208 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery , Whelley WN2 1BP | - not rated | 1,284 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wigan UTC New Market Street , WN1 1RP | - not rated | 1,397 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Baytree Road , Springfield WN6 7RN | 3out of 4 | 1,589 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College Frog Lane , WN1 1HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,617 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Bridge Academy Holt Street , Ince-in-Makerfield WN1 3HD | - not rated | 2,220 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Bridge High School Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | - not rated | 2,220 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Whelley Middle School Moore Street , Whelley WN1 3XX | - not rated | 1,128 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gidlow Middle School Buckley Street West , WN6 7PQ | - not rated | 1,167 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wigan and Leigh College PO Box 53 , Parson's Walk WN1 1RS | - not rated | 1,648 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College Gathurst Road , Orrell WN5 0LJ | - not rated | 4,892 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kingsway School Courtyard House , Dicconson Terrace WN1 2AA | - not rated | 1,219 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beechwood Centre Hieland Road , Whelley WN1 1UR | - not rated | 1,272 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 1,343 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Pupil Support Centre Netherby Road , Beech Hill WN6 7PT | - not rated | 1,402 yd | Pupil referral unit | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mere Oaks School Boars Head , Standish WN1 2RF | - not rated | 1,497 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poets Corner | 81 Mesnes Road, Wigan | 255 yd | |
| Forbes on the Lane | 236 Wigan Lane, Wigan | 300 yd | |
| Cherry Gardens | 263 Wigan Lane, Wigan | 337 yd | |
| No 37 Bar & Bistro Limited | 37 Mesnes Road, Swinley | 361 yd | |
| Brockett Arms Hotel | 38 Mesnes Road, Wigan | 474 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wigan Bowling Green Ltd | New Lodge, Wigan | 542 yd | |
| The Swinley | Coppull Lane, Wigan | 829 yd | |
| Wigan Bridge Club | 38 Bridgeman Terrace, Swinley | 960 yd | |
| Fox and Goose | 37-39 Wigan Lane, Wigan | 1,003 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Catering Co | 132 Wigan Lane, Wigan | 526 yd | |
| Moonlight Tandoori | 63 Wigan Lane, Wigan | 844 yd | |
| Tamarind | 61 Wigan Lane, Wigan | 844 yd | |
| Peking House | 65 Wigan Lane, Wigan | 844 yd | |
| The Godfather Kebab House Ltd | 86 Wigan Lane, Wigan | 844 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wigan Lane Mini Market | 96 Wigan Lane, Wigan | 844 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bellingham Lawn Tennis Club BELLINGHAM DRIVE | tennis courts | 451 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 | 15.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 151.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 1.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.