Overview of WN2 1SW

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St Marys Road is in Aspull, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN2 1SW 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 St Marys Road, Aspull, Wigan, WN2 1SW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: WN2 1RL, WN2 1RS, WN2 1RU, WN2 1RH, WN2 1SX, WN2 1RR, WN2 1SP, WN2 1SJ, WN2 1SH.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WN2 1SW has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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).

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Female48.5%48.9%0.4% 51.0% -2.1%
Male51.5%51.1%-0.4% 49.0% 2.1%

Partnership Status

Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single28.1%34.4%6.3% 37.9% -3.5%
Married: Opposite sex54.1%45.8%-8.3% 44.2% 1.6%
Separated2.2%1%-1.2% 2.2% -1.2%
Divorced9.6%12.7%3.1% 9.1% 3.6%
Widowed5.9%6%0.1% 6.1% -0.1%

Health

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Very good health54.3%49.4%-4.9% 48.4% 1.0%
Good health27.2%32.7%5.5% 33.6% -0.9%
Fair health12.3%13.4%1.1% 12.7% 0.7%
Bad health5.6%3.7%-1.9% 4.0% -0.3%
Very bad health0.6%0.9%0.3% 1.2% -0.3%

Education and Qualifications

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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications23.3%13.4%-9.9% 18.2% -4.8%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 13.3%9.4%-3.9% 9.6% -0.2%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels17.8%14.1%-3.7% 13.4% 0.7%
Apprenticeship4.8%6%1.2% 5.3% 0.7%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels9.6%23.8%14.2% 16.9% 6.9%
Degree or Similar28.5%31.5%3.0% 33.8% -2.3%
Other2.6%1.7%-0.9% 2.8% -1.1%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Chinese0.3%0%-0.3% 0.7% -0.7%
Indian0.3%0.3%0.0% 3.1% -2.8%
Other Asian0.6%0.9%0.3% 1.6% -0.7%
Mixed White and Asian0.6%0.3%-0.3% 0.8% -0.5%
Mixed White and Caribbean0%0.6%0.6% 0.9% -0.3%
White98.3%98%-0.3% 81.4% 16.6%

Country of Birth

In this area, 94.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom95.8%94.6%-1.2% 83.2% 11.4%
European Union2%1.7%-0.3% 6.1% -4.4%
Rest of Europe0%0.3%0.3% 0.8% -0.5%
Africa0%0.6%0.6% 2.7% -2.1%
Middle East and Asia2%0.8%-1.2% 5.6% -4.8%
The Americas and the Caribbean0%2%2.0% 1.3% 0.7%
British Overseas0.3%0%-0.3% 0.0% 0.0%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK95.8%94.9%-0.9% 83.2% 11.7%
10+ Years0%4%4.0% 9.8% -5.8%
5-10 Years0.6%0.8%0.2% 2.9% -2.1%
2-5 Years2.8%0%-2.8% 2.2% -2.2%
Less than 2 years0.8%0.3%-0.5% 1.9% -1.6%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom90.1% 76.7% 13.4%
Spain0.3% 0.4% -0.1%
South-East Asia0.3% 0.2% 0.1%
No passport held9.3% 13.5% -4.2%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion30.8% 37.2% -6.4%
Christian66.4% 46.2% 20.2%
Buddhist1.1% 0.5% 0.6%
Not answered1.7% 6.0% -4.3%

Safety

Is St Marys Road dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Marys Road 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 -19.6%.



🔎 See full breakdown of local crime, hotspots & trends 

Affluence

Household Income

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

Average Household Income
£43,200
Income Rank
5/10

Household Income in WN2 1SW, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on St Marys Road are based on 57 property sales since the beginning of 1995. Estimated property prices are calculated by adjusting the last sale price by current House Price Index for Wigan.
StreetScan downloads house price data directly from the HM Land Registry and uses it to create these statistics.

House Prices for St Marys Road, Aspull, Wigan, WN2 1SW

Estimated Average Property Prices for WN2 1SW

Average Price
£151,032
Semi-Detached
£167,300
Terraced
£153,235
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£82,657
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for St Marys Road

Average Price
£165,101
Semi-Detached
£169,777
Terraced
£156,169
Detached
no sales
Flats/Maisonettes
£84,147
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on St Marys Road

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
48 St Marys Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£95,0002024-11-22 £95,944
46 St Marys Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester
Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building
£70,0002024-08-16 £72,350
74 St Marys Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester
Terraced, an established residential building
£135,0002021-06-01 £166,240
74 St Marys Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester
Terraced, an established residential building
£135,0002021-05-28 £170,260
50 St Marys Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£115,0002019-04-12 £172,418
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for WN2 1SW

Employment

WN2 1SW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.

Economic Activity

Full-Time Employee117
Retired60
Part-Time Employee41
Self-Employed34
Student (economically inactive)16
Long-Term Sick or disabled10
Full-Time Student (with or without job)6
Other5
Unemployed5
Looking after home or family3

Employment Industry

Human health and social work activities27
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles26
Manufacturing22
Construction16
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security16
Education15
Professional, scientific and technical activities11
Transport and storage11
Accommodation and food service activities11
Financial and insurance activities7
Information and communication7
Administrative and support service activities6
Other4
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities2
Real estate activities1
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 1
Agriculture, forestry and fishing1

Schools

Nursery

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 3,537 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Hindley Nursery School
Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG
4out of 4 5,175 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan
Holly Road , Aspull WN2 1RU
4out of 4 275 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Aspull Church Primary School
Bolton Road , WN2 1QT
3out of 4 698 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
St David Haigh and Aspull CofE Primary School
Copperas Lane , Haigh WN2 1PA
3out of 4 710 yd Academy converter No Mixed More About School
Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan
Longfield Street , New Springs WN2 1EL
4out of 4 1,957 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Blackrod Primary School
Manchester Road , Blackrod BL6 5SY
4out of 4 2,161 yd Community school No Mixed More About School

Secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Dean Trust Rose Bridge
Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD
1out of 4 3,310 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 4,406 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
St John Fisher Catholic High School
Baytree Road , Springfield WN6 7RN
3out of 4 4,706 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
St Joseph's RC High School
Chorley New Road , Horwich BL6 6HW
2out of 4 4,906 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Hindley High School
Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG
2out of 4 5,141 yd Foundation school No Mixed More About School

16 plus

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 4,316 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Progress Schools Wigan
Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU
- not rated 4,072 yd Other independent school No Mixed More About School
Lever Park School
Stocks Park Drive , Horwich BL6 6DE
3out of 4 4,761 yd Academy special sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Oakfield High School and College
Long Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4XA
4out of 4 5,419 yd Community special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy
Leyland Park House , WN2 3RX
4out of 4 5,459 yd Academy alternative provision sponsor led No Mixed More About School

School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.

Food and Drink

Restaurants, Cafes, Canteens

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Lisa's Butty Box47 Scot Lane, Aspull475 yd
Slice49 Scot Lane, Aspull475 yd
Bindi of AspullWigan Road, Aspull537 yd
Moorgate Inn52 Scot Lane, Aspull620 yd
Moorgate Inn (The)52 Scot Lane, Aspull620 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
The Victoria InnHaigh Road, Aspull518 yd
Aspull Royal British LegionSumner Street, Aspull676 yd
Aspull Rugby Union Football Club2 Moorland Villas Woods Road, Aspull816 yd
Village on the GreenWoods Road, Aspull816 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Finger Post Chip ShopScot Lane, Aspull403 yd
Picasso Aspull2 Moorside Scot Lane, Aspull403 yd
Happy Valley43 Scot Lane, Aspull475 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Co-operative FoodHaigh Road, Aspull350 yd
Moorside ConvienienceScot Lane, Aspull403 yd
Aspull Convenience Store3 Scot Lane, Aspull475 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Aspull Church Primary School
BOLTON ROAD
grass pitches603 yd
Woodshaw Park
Woods Road
grass pitches621 yd
The Snake Pit Wigan
WIGAN ROAD
health and fitness suite679 yd
St David Haigh And Aspull C Of E Primary School
COPPERAS LANE
grass pitches788 yd
Aspull Rfc
WOODS ROAD
grass pitches1,004 yd

This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England

Broadband

Technology Aviability

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%

Speed Aviability

Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s0.0%
Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s0.0%

Download Speed

Median download speed75.9 Mbit/s
Average download speed108.6 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed350 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed350 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed10 Mbit/s
Average upload speed13.7 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed35 Mbit/s

Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.