Rosebridge Way is in Ince, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN1 3DG is located in the Ince electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wigan. This postcode has been in use since 1997-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rosebridge Way, Ince, Wigan, WN1 3DG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN1 3HH, WN1 3HE, WN1 3BT, WN1 3DJ, WN1 3DL, WN1 3DU, WN1 3DT, WN1 3JA, WN1 3HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN1 3DG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.3% | 51.7% | 4.4% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 52.7% | 48.3% | -4.4% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WN1 3DG, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.2% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 41.3% | 50.2% | 8.9% | 37.9% | 12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.5% | 32.2% | -2.3% | 44.2% | -12.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 0.7% | -3.1% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Divorced | 12.1% | 9.7% | -2.4% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 8% | 6% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 (70.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 37.2% | 43.5% | 6.3% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 27% | -5.4% | 33.6% | -6.6% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 16.8% | -2.1% | 12.7% | 4.1% |
| Bad health | 9.2% | 10.1% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 6.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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.
In the area around WN1 3DG this area, 33.8% 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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.3% | 33.8% | -10.5% | 18.2% | 15.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.4% | 10.4% | -7.0% | 9.6% | 0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 17.1% | -0.7% | 13.4% | 3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 7.4% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.2% | 12.3% | 5.1% | 16.9% | -4.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 4.5% | 16.4% | 11.9% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 5.7% | 2.6% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.9% | 94.5% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 13.1% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 89% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.6% | 89% | -5.6% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 4.3% | 8.1% | 3.8% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 89% | -5.3% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.9% | 6.9% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -2.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 2.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.9% | 76.7% | -11.8% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 5.7% | 1.3% | 4.4% |
| Romania | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 26.1% | 13.5% | 12.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.2% | 37.2% | -2.0% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Muslim | 2.3% | 6.5% | -4.2% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rosebridge Way was 2.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 645.9% higher than the Aspull, New Springs & Whelley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rosebridge Way has the lowest crime rate of 10 local areas in Aspull, New Springs & Whelley and the 17th lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Wigan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 2.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2B Rosebridge Way, Wigan, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2016-07-26 | £511,525 |
| Full-Time Employee | 81 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 919 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 3,989 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Catharine's CofE Primary School Scholefield Lane , Scholes WN1 3LP | 3out of 4 | 258 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Hardybutts , WN1 3RZ | 4out of 4 | 472 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St William's Catholic Primary School Ince Green Lane , Ince-in-Makerfield WN2 2DG | 3out of 4 | 701 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ince CofE Primary School Charles Street , Ince WN2 2AL | 3out of 4 | 826 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Britannia Bridge Primary School Winifred Street , Lower Ince WN3 4SD | 3out of 4 | 911 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | 1out of 4 | 291 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College Frog Lane , WN1 1HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,753 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkley Hall High School Carr Lane , Hawkley Hall WN3 5NY | 3out of 4 | 3,083 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Baytree Road , Springfield WN6 7RN | 3out of 4 | 3,168 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 2out of 4 | 3,960 yd | Foundation school | No | 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 | 1,549 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 1,562 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Learning Community Moss Lane , Platt Bridge WN2 3TL | 3out of 4 | 2,703 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 3,136 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy Leyland Park House , WN2 3RX | 4out of 4 | 3,574 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope School Kelvin Grove , Marus Bridge WN3 6SP | 4out of 4 | 4,337 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Forge Cafe | Darlington Street East, Wigan | 139 yd | |
| Little Dreamers Role Play | Holt Street, Wigan | 316 yd | |
| St Patricks Rugby Club | 14 Harper Street, Ince W | 450 yd | |
| Silverwell Hotel | 117 Darlington Street East, Wigan | 492 yd | |
| KFC | 1 Smithy Green, Ince | 507 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bailiff Bar | King Street West, Wigan | 194 yd | |
| St Patricks Arlfc | Harper Street, Ince W | 418 yd | |
| Whelley Ex Servicemans Club | Vauxhall Road, Whelley | 633 yd | |
| St Williams Social Club | St Williams Catholic Club, Patricroft Road | 665 yd | |
| The Squirrel | 146 Manchester Road, Ince | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sm4shed | 173 Manchester Road, Ince | 514 yd | |
| Gulshan | 175 Manchester Road, Ince | 514 yd | |
| Tsangs Chippy | 122a Darlington Street East, Wigan | 521 yd | |
| Brians Chippy | 118 Ince Green Lane, Ince | 592 yd | |
| Rooney Plaice | 184b Manchester Road, Ince | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| K Food & Wines | 153 Ince Green Lane, Ince | 613 yd | |
| Whelley Discount Store | 56-60 Whelley, Wigan | 874 yd | |
| Spar | 122 Whelley, Wigan | 970 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge HOLT STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 241 yd |
| Rose Bridge High School Sports Field Hall Street | grass pitches | 401 yd |
| Clarington Grove Playing Fields HARPER STREET | grass pitches | 425 yd |
| St Catherines Playing Fields Platt Lane | grass pitches | 433 yd |
| William Fosters Playing Field Ince Green Lane | grass pitches | 530 yd |
| Royces Health & Fitness Studio (Closed) Manchester Road | health and fitness suite | 565 yd |
| Ince C Of E Primary School CHARLES STREET | grass pitches | 682 yd |
| Ince Barbell Boxing And Fitness Club (Closed) Arnside Avenue | health and fitness suite | 798 yd |
| Ince Rose Bridge Sports And Community Club Pinfold Street | grass pitches | 827 yd |
| Britannia Bridge Primary School WINIFRED STREET | grass pitches | 887 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 | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 33.3% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.