Stanstead Close is in Wigan and in Wigan district. WN2 1AJ is located in the Aspull, New Springs & Whelley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wigan. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Stanstead Close, Wigan, WN2 1AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN2 1AQ, WN2 1BN, WN2 1AG, WN2 1AF, WN2 1AL, WN2 1AU, WN2 1DZ, WN2 1AB, WN2 1DA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WN2 1AJ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 47.3% | 52% | 4.7% | 51.0% | 1.0% |
| Male | 52.7% | 48% | -4.7% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 28.7% | 30.7% | 2.0% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.7% | 42.2% | -10.5% | 44.2% | -2.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Separated | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 9.3% | 13.6% | 4.3% | 9.1% | 4.5% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 10.1% | 2.2% | 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 high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.1%) 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 | 49.6% | 56.2% | 6.6% | 48.4% | 7.8% |
| Good health | 30.9% | 28.9% | -2.0% | 33.6% | -4.7% |
| Fair health | 10.8% | 11% | 0.2% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 2.5% | -5.1% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.3% | 18.8% | -13.5% | 18.2% | 0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.9% | 10.8% | -7.1% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.9% | 16.4% | 3.5% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 7% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.5% | 16.7% | 4.2% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.6% | 25.8% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -8.0% |
| Other | 1.4% | 4.5% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| White | 98% | 94.7% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 93.5% 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 | 97.5% | 93.5% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -4.1% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.8% | 2.0% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 93.8% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 3.7% | 2.6% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.1% | 76.7% | 10.4% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2% | 1.5% | 0.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 9.3% | 13.5% | -4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.8% | 37.2% | -11.4% |
| Christian | 68.5% | 46.2% | 22.3% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stanstead Close 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 -11.5%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Stanstead Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £156,000 | 2023-07-03 | £168,813 |
| 10 Stanstead Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-12-19 | £158,417 |
| 4 Stanstead Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £68,000 | 2021-02-22 | £89,478 |
| 3 Stanstead Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-12-13 | £189,254 |
| 5 Stanstead Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £650 | 2018-05-03 | £912 |
WN2 1AJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 120 |
| Retired | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 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 | 1,353 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 4,429 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan Longfield Street , New Springs WN2 1EL | 4out of 4 | 325 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Canon Sharples Church of England Primary School and Nursery Whelley , WN2 1BP | 3out of 4 | 375 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catharine's CofE Primary School Scholefield Lane , Scholes WN1 3LP | 3out of 4 | 1,401 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mab's Cross Primary School Standishgate , WN1 1XL | 3out of 4 | 1,429 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary and St John Catholic Primary School Standishgate , WN1 1XL | 4out of 4 | 1,483 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,189 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 | 2,316 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Baytree Road , Springfield WN6 7RN | 3out of 4 | 3,130 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 2out of 4 | 4,396 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hindley Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 4,401 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 | 2,185 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 | 1,993 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Learning Community Moss Lane , Platt Bridge WN2 3TL | 3out of 4 | 3,903 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 4,181 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy Leyland Park House , WN2 3RX | 4out of 4 | 4,306 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield High School and College Long Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4XA | 4out of 4 | 4,867 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Mount Cafe and Food For Thought Vending Services | Whelley, Wigan | 178 yd | |
| Bella's Little Cakery | 201 yd | ||
| Aroma Cafe Bar | 128 Whelley, Wigan | 789 yd | |
| Kirkless Cafe | Cale Lane, Aspull | 978 yd | |
| Colliers Arms | 192 Wigan Road, Aspull | 1,002 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Lion & Railway | 158 Whelley, Wigan | 590 yd | |
| Crown Hotel | 106 Wigan Road, Aspull | 608 yd | |
| Whelley Sports and Community Club | Northumberland Street, Wigan | 870 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| China Town | 35 Ashbourne Avenue, Wigan | 134 yd | |
| Baz's Marmaris | 41 Ashbourne Avenue, Wigan | 135 yd | |
| The Flame | 130-132 Whelley, Wigan | 789 yd | |
| Oliva | 126 Whelley, Wigan | 789 yd | |
| Canadian Pizza | 54 Whelley, Wigan | 905 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | 213 Whelley, Wigan | 266 yd | |
| Spar | 122 Whelley, Wigan | 789 yd | |
| Whelley Discount Store | 56-60 Whelley, Wigan | 905 yd | |
| K's Grocer and Off Licence | Albion Drive, Aspull | 956 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Canon Sharples School WHELLEY | grass pitches | 479 yd |
| Cale Lane Playing Fields CALE LANE | grass pitches | 520 yd |
| St Catherines Playing Fields Platt Lane | grass pitches | 1,009 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 118.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.