Rowan Hill is in Wigan and in Wigan district. WN1 3NZ 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 Rowan Hill, Wigan, WN1 3NZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN1 3PA, WN1 3NY, WN1 3NX, WN1 3XW, WN1 3XY, WN1 3XL, WN1 3XX, WN1 3PB, WN1 3PN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WN1 3NZ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 51.6% | 49.8% | -1.8% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 48.4% | 50.2% | 1.8% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WN1 3NZ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.7% 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 | 27% | 27.6% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.7% | 56.7% | -4.0% | 44.2% | 12.5% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 10% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 5.2% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
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 (85.5%) 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 | 45.2% | 49.4% | 4.2% | 48.4% | 1.0% |
| Good health | 33.5% | 36.1% | 2.6% | 33.6% | 2.5% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 12% | -2.9% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.6% | 2.1% | -3.5% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.6% | 13.2% | -11.4% | 18.2% | -5.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.3% | 11.8% | -1.5% | 9.6% | 2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.4% | 12.7% | -6.7% | 13.4% | -0.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.7% | 7.5% | 1.8% | 5.3% | 2.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.8% | 18.4% | 5.6% | 16.9% | 1.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.4% | 32.1% | 11.7% | 33.8% | -1.7% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4.2% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.9% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.8% | 92.9% | -5.9% | 81.4% | 11.5% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 98.8% | 95.4% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 95% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.4% | 76.7% | 13.7% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.1% | 13.5% | -6.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 22% | 37.2% | -15.2% |
| Christian | 72.2% | 46.2% | 26.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rowan Hill 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.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Rowanhill, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2023-08-10 | £225,476 |
| 7 Rowanhill, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-03-26 | £220,433 |
| 5 Rowanhill, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2020-06-12 | £198,382 |
| 1 Rowanhill, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2018-11-09 | £234,447 |
| 9 Rowan Hill, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2012-10-26 | £234,991 |
WN1 3NZ 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 80 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Part-Time Employee | 40 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | 477 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 4,985 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Stephen's CofE Primary School Hieland Road , Whelley WN1 3UR | - not rated | 389 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mab's Cross Primary School Standishgate , WN1 1XL | 3out of 4 | 428 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School Standishgate , WN1 1XL | 4out of 4 | 497 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery , Whelley WN2 1BP | - not rated | 695 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery Whelley , WN2 1BP | 3out of 4 | 695 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 991 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Bridge Academy Holt Street , Ince-in-Makerfield WN1 3HD | - not rated | 1,171 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Bridge High School Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | - not rated | 1,171 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | - not rated | 1,187 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 | 1,317 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 157 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gidlow Middle School Buckley Street West , WN6 7PQ | - not rated | 1,703 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 | 1,207 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College Gathurst Road , Orrell WN5 0LJ | - not rated | 5,458 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 | 656 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beechwood Centre Hieland Road , Whelley WN1 1UR | - not rated | 662 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| CEWE School St Catherine's Vicarage , Catherine Terrace WN1 3JW | - not rated | 979 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 988 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rathbone Training Wigan 2000 Princess Street , WN3 4HW | - not rated | 1,578 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carly's Cookies | 38 Vine Street, Wigan | 317 yd | |
| Tesco Family Dining Ltd | Central Park Way, Wigan | 341 yd | |
| Caffe Rosso | 17 Wigan Lane, Swinley | 392 yd | |
| Leo's | 21 Wigan Lane, Wigan | 392 yd | |
| Aroma Cafe Bar | 128 Whelley, Wigan | 402 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Swinley | Coppull Lane, Wigan | 293 yd | |
| Fox and Goose | 37-39 Wigan Lane, Wigan | 392 yd | |
| Whelley Sports and Community Club | Northumberland Street, Wigan | 505 yd | |
| White Lion & Railway | 158 Whelley, Wigan | 509 yd | |
| Wigan Bowling Green Ltd | New Lodge, Wigan | 537 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vlora Fish Bar | 1a Ellis Street, Whelley | 338 yd | |
| Smashed It | 55a Wigan Lane, wigan | 389 yd | |
| Rugby Pizza | 100 Wigan Lane, Wigan | 400 yd | |
| The Flame | 130-132 Whelley, Wigan | 402 yd | |
| Oliva | 126 Whelley, Wigan | 402 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 122 Whelley, Wigan | 402 yd | |
| Whelley Discount Store | 56-60 Whelley, Wigan | 407 yd | |
| Wigan Lane Mini Market | 96 Wigan Lane, Wigan | 424 yd | |
| Tesco | Central Park Way, Wigan | 604 yd | |
| Tesco | 213 Whelley, Wigan | 857 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bellingham Lawn Tennis Club BELLINGHAM DRIVE | tennis courts | 604 yd |
| Canon Sharples School WHELLEY | grass pitches | 691 yd |
| Jetts Wigan STANDISHGATE | health and fitness suite | 741 yd |
| St Catherines Playing Fields Platt Lane | grass pitches | 873 yd |
| Wigan Youth Zone PARSONS WALK | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 989 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 | 62.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 215.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.