Hardybutts is in Wigan and in Wigan district. WN1 3NE is located in the Ince electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wigan. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hardybutts, Wigan, WN1 3NE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN1 3JQ, WN1 3RD, WN1 3BP, WN1 3BS, WN1 3JP, WN1 3EA, WN1 3BN, WN1 3DB, WN1 3EF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN1 3NE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 51.2% | -1.0% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 47.8% | 48.8% | 1.0% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 3NE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.5% 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 | 45.3% | 44.5% | -0.8% | 37.9% | 6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.7% | 30.3% | -4.4% | 44.2% | -13.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.7% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 12.2% | 14.7% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 4.5% | 6.7% | 2.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 47.1% | 48% | 0.9% | 48.4% | -0.4% |
| Good health | 31.5% | 29.1% | -2.4% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 13.1% | 13.5% | 0.4% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 6.4% | 7.1% | 0.7% | 4.0% | 3.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.9% | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 13.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.3% | 26.1% | -1.2% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 17.2% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 7.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 14.3% | -2.8% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 9.2% | 5.9% | 5.3% | 3.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 16.8% | 3.3% | 16.9% | -0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.1% | 13.9% | -1.2% | 33.8% | -19.9% |
| Other | 4.9% | 2.5% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.6% 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% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 3.1% | -0.4% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.2% | 94.6% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 13.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 1.3% | 2% | 0.7% | 1.6% | 0.4% |
In this area, 87.1% 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 | 93.9% | 87.1% | -6.8% | 83.2% | 3.9% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 9.5% | 6.3% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 3.4% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 86.5% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 9.8% | -6.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 6.4% | 5.4% | 2.2% | 4.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.9% | 1.7% | -0.2% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.7% | 76.7% | -9.0% |
| Lithuania | 4.8% | 0.3% | 4.5% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 22.4% | 13.5% | 8.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.1% | 37.2% | -10.1% |
| Christian | 58.6% | 46.2% | 12.4% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 3.1% | 6.5% | -3.4% |
| Not answered | 9.6% | 6.0% | 3.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hardybutts 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 been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 152 Hardybutts, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £71,500 | 2024-11-29 | £72,402 |
| 156 Hardybutts, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £50,000 | 2024-03-15 | £54,098 |
| 164 Hardybutts, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2023-12-15 | £91,022 |
| 154 Hardybutts, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2023-11-24 | £120,470 |
| 140 Hardybutts, Wigan, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2023-04-25 | £97,380 |
WN1 3NE 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Other | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 16 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 689 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 4,314 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Hardybutts , WN1 3RZ | 4out of 4 | 106 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catharine's CofE Primary School Scholefield Lane , Scholes WN1 3LP | 3out of 4 | 164 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Britannia Bridge Primary School Winifred Street , Lower Ince WN3 4SD | 3out of 4 | 811 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School Standishgate , WN1 1XL | 4out of 4 | 927 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St William's Catholic Primary School Ince Green Lane , Ince-in-Makerfield WN2 2DG | 3out of 4 | 985 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 638 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 | 1,403 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Baytree Road , Springfield WN6 7RN | 3out of 4 | 2,871 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkley Hall High School Carr Lane , Hawkley Hall WN3 5NY | 3out of 4 | 2,882 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 2out of 4 | 4,286 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 | 1,196 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 | 1,239 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 2,797 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Learning Community Moss Lane , Platt Bridge WN2 3TL | 3out of 4 | 2,835 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy Leyland Park House , WN2 3RX | 4out of 4 | 3,854 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope School Kelvin Grove , Marus Bridge WN3 6SP | 4out of 4 | 4,055 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Silverwell Hotel | 117 Darlington Street East, Wigan | 136 yd | |
| St Patricks Rugby Club | 14 Harper Street, Ince W | 157 yd | |
| The Forge Cafe | Darlington Street East, Wigan | 235 yd | |
| JK's Kitchen | 77a Darlington Street East, Wigan | 405 yd | |
| Sunshine House | Wellington Street, Wigan | 414 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Patricks Arlfc | Harper Street, Ince W | 105 yd | |
| Whelley Ex Servicemans Club | Vauxhall Road, Whelley | 322 yd | |
| The Bailiff Bar | King Street West, Wigan | 334 yd | |
| Spring View Cricket & Recreation Club | Spring View Cricket Club, Warrington Road | 602 yd | |
| Wigan Little Theatre | 44-46 Crompton Street, Wigan | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tsangs Chippy | 122a Darlington Street East, Wigan | 174 yd | |
| Deroma Pizza | 102 Darlington Street East, Wigan | 381 yd | |
| Chilli Indian | 121 Scholes, Wigan | 422 yd | |
| Bill's Fry Inn | 105 Scholes, Wigan | 422 yd | |
| Mama Mia Pizzeria | 119 Scholes, Wigan | 422 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| K Food & Wines | 153 Ince Green Lane, Ince | 776 yd | |
| Whelley Discount Store | 56-60 Whelley, Wigan | 826 yd | |
| Poundland | 11 The Grand Arcade, Wigan | 846 yd | |
| Tesco | Central Park Way, Wigan | 913 yd | |
| Spar | 122 Whelley, Wigan | 952 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Clarington Grove Playing Fields HARPER STREET | grass pitches | 194 yd |
| William Fosters Playing Field Ince Green Lane | grass pitches | 520 yd |
| St Catherines Playing Fields Platt Lane | grass pitches | 549 yd |
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge HOLT STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 556 yd |
| Britannia Bridge Primary School WINIFRED STREET | grass pitches | 765 yd |
| Rose Bridge High School Sports Field Hall Street | grass pitches | 767 yd |
| Wigan International Swimming Pool (Closed) Rodney Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 843 yd |
| Royces Health & Fitness Studio (Closed) Manchester Road | health and fitness suite | 917 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Wigan) CHAPEL LANE | health and fitness suite | 937 yd |
| Wigan Life Centre College Avenue | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 942 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 162.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.