Butler Street is in Wigan and in Wigan district. WN1 3QU 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 Butler Street, Wigan, WN1 3QU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN1 3QY, WN1 3QZ, WN1 3QL, WN1 3RB, WN1 3SA, WN1 3QS, WN1 3SE, WN1 3RJ, WN1 3SW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WN1 3QU is primarily male, with 58.7% of the population 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 | 42.6% | 41.3% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -9.7% |
| Male | 57.4% | 58.7% | 1.3% | 49.0% | 9.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 34.1% | 42% | 7.9% | 37.9% | 4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 17.9% | 10.1% | -7.8% | 44.2% | -34.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 1.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 7.4% | 4.7% | -2.7% | 2.2% | 2.5% |
| Divorced | 29.3% | 31.4% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 22.3% |
| Widowed | 10% | 10.1% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 4.0% |
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 (49.1%) 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 | 21.9% | 20.4% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -28.0% |
| Good health | 26.2% | 28.7% | 2.5% | 33.6% | -4.9% |
| Fair health | 26.6% | 26.5% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 13.8% |
| Bad health | 20.7% | 17.1% | -3.6% | 4.0% | 13.1% |
| Very bad health | 4.6% | 7.2% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 6.0% |
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 3QU this area, 39.6% 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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 54.1% | 39.6% | -14.5% | 18.2% | 21.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 8.9% | -2.5% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 7.4% | 11.2% | 3.8% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 7.1% | 1.9% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.4% | 5.9% | -1.5% | 16.9% | -11.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 7.9% | 19.5% | 11.6% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 6.6% | 7.7% | 1.1% | 2.8% | 4.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 78.7% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 6.2% | 5.8% | 1.6% | 4.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 2.5% | -0.3% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.3% | 1.1% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 93.7% | 78.7% | -15.0% | 81.4% | -2.7% |
| Arab | 0% | 5.1% | 5.1% | 0.6% | 4.5% |
| Other | 0.8% | 5.6% | 4.8% | 1.6% | 4.0% |
In this area, 76.7% 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 | 84.8% | 76.7% | -8.1% | 83.2% | -6.5% |
| European Union | 9.7% | 3.9% | -5.8% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 7.2% | 6.8% | 2.7% | 4.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.1% | 9.4% | 4.3% | 5.6% | 3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.8% | 77.1% | -7.7% | 83.2% | -6.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 11.7% | 10.4% | 9.8% | 1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.2% | 1.7% | -2.5% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 8% | 5.6% | -2.4% | 2.2% | 3.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.6% | 76.7% | -9.1% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Turkey | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| North Africa | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Middle East | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.1% |
| No passport held | 25.1% | 13.5% | 11.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25% | 37.2% | -12.2% |
| Christian | 58.9% | 46.2% | 12.7% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 8.9% | 6.5% | 2.4% |
| Other religion | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Butler Street was 4.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 1094.6% higher than the Aspull, New Springs & Whelley average. The most reported crime type was Other crime.
Butler Street has the 4th highest crime rate of 10 local areas in Aspull, New Springs & Whelley and the 18th highest crime rate of 83 local areas in Wigan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -25.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Butler Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £65,000 | 2018-06-13 | £100,288 |
WN1 3QU area has a high unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 8% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. High levels of unemployment lead to more frequent crime and reduce the quality of life in this area.
| Retired | 47 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 39 |
| Full-Time Employee | 28 |
| Other | 16 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Part-Time Employee | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Self-Employed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 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 | 327 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 4,864 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School Standishgate , WN1 1XL | 4out of 4 | 450 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Hardybutts , WN1 3RZ | 4out of 4 | 458 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Mab's Cross Primary School Standishgate , WN1 1XL | 3out of 4 | 538 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catharine's CofE Primary School Scholefield Lane , Scholes WN1 3LP | 3out of 4 | 624 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Britannia Bridge Primary School Winifred Street , Lower Ince WN3 4SD | 3out of 4 | 1,194 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College Frog Lane , WN1 1HQ | 3out of 4 | 878 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | 1out of 4 | 1,094 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Baytree Road , Springfield WN6 7RN | 3out of 4 | 2,319 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkley Hall High School Carr Lane , Hawkley Hall WN3 5NY | 3out of 4 | 2,971 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Wigan , Greenhey WN5 0DQ | 2out of 4 | 4,620 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 681 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College Gathurst Road , Orrell WN5 0LJ | - not rated | 5,280 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 | 686 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 2,548 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Learning Community Moss Lane , Platt Bridge WN2 3TL | 3out of 4 | 3,322 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope School Kelvin Grove , Marus Bridge WN3 6SP | 4out of 4 | 3,954 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy Leyland Park House , WN2 3RX | 4out of 4 | 4,407 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds | Morris Street, Wigan | 112 yd | |
| Suga Rush | 125 Scholes, Wigan | 137 yd | |
| Armed Forces HQ CIC | School Lane, Wigan | 159 yd | |
| Ball and Boot | 2 Orchard Street, Wigan | 169 yd | |
| Sunshine House | Wellington Street, Wigan | 170 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wigan Little Theatre | 44-46 Crompton Street, Wigan | 213 yd | |
| Whelley Ex Servicemans Club | Vauxhall Road, Whelley | 249 yd | |
| The Wiend Bar | 10 The Wiend, Wigan | 529 yd | |
| Envy | 1 Arcade Street, Wigan | 536 yd | |
| Morty’s and Vibe | 46-58 King Street, Wigan | 542 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chilli Indian | 121 Scholes, Wigan | 133 yd | |
| Bill's Fry Inn | 105 Scholes, Wigan | 133 yd | |
| Mama Mia Pizzeria | 119 Scholes, Wigan | 133 yd | |
| Frango Peri Peri | 16-18 Crompton Street, Wigan | 399 yd | |
| QFC Chicken and Pizza | 39-41 Standishgate, Wigan | 453 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poundland | 11 The Grand Arcade, Wigan | 335 yd | |
| Tesco | Central Park Way, Wigan | 382 yd | |
| Whelley Discount Store | 56-60 Whelley, Wigan | 737 yd | |
| Wigan Lane Mini Market | 96 Wigan Lane, Wigan | 867 yd | |
| Spar | 122 Whelley, Wigan | 868 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Jetts Wigan STANDISHGATE | health and fitness suite | 429 yd |
| Wigan International Swimming Pool (Closed) Rodney Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 460 yd |
| Wigan Life Centre College Avenue | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 471 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Wigan) CHAPEL LANE | health and fitness suite | 659 yd |
| Clarington Grove Playing Fields HARPER STREET | grass pitches | 674 yd |
| Wigan And Leigh College (Closed) | health and fitness suite | 783 yd |
| Wigan Youth Zone PARSONS WALK | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 788 yd |
| St Catherines Playing Fields Platt Lane | grass pitches | 807 yd |
| The Deanery C Of E High School FROG LANE | artificial grass pitch | 975 yd |
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge HOLT STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 992 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.