Holly Nook is in Aspull, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN2 1TA is located in the Aspull, New Springs & Whelley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wigan. This postcode has been in use since 2016-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Holly Nook, Aspull, Wigan, WN2 1TA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN2 1XJ, WN2 1XH, WN2 1XN, WN2 1XL, WN2 1RR, WN2 1RS, WN2 1ZG, WN2 1XW, WN2 1RU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WN2 1TA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% 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 | 51% | 53.5% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 49% | 46.5% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 WN2 1TA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.1% 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 | 16.5% | 20.8% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -17.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.2% | 59.1% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 14.9% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 6.5% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 10% | 12% | 2.0% | 6.1% | 5.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 35.9% | 43% | 7.1% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 33.9% | 35.8% | 1.9% | 33.6% | 2.2% |
| Fair health | 22.1% | 13.7% | -8.4% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 5.2% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 2.3% | -0.4% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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 | 35.4% | 23.5% | -11.9% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 8.8% | -4.7% | 9.6% | -0.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.6% | 13.4% | 3.8% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 7.8% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 17.3% | 5.8% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.6% | 25.8% | 6.2% | 33.8% | -8.0% |
| Other | 5% | 3.3% | -1.7% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| White | 97% | 98.8% | 1.8% | 81.4% | 17.4% |
| Arab | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 97.1% 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% | 97.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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% | 97.1% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 13.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0.9% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 11.6% | 37.2% | -25.6% |
| Christian | 82.6% | 46.2% | 36.4% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Holly Nook 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. 56% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Holly Nook, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £322,500 | 2022-09-06 | £339,595 |
| 2 Holly Nook, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, a newly built property | £290,000 | 2017-12-14 | £427,957 |
| 1 Holly Nook, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, a newly built property | £298,000 | 2017-08-11 | £448,084 |
| 3 Holly Nook, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, a newly built property | £298,000 | 2017-03-23 | £454,703 |
| 10 Holly Nook, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, a newly built property | £295,000 | 2016-08-19 | £463,828 |
WN2 1TA 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WN2 1TA area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 129 |
| Full-Time Employee | 106 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Human health and social work activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 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 | 3,714 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 4,964 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| 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 | 103 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspull Church Primary School Bolton Road , Aspull WN2 1QT | 3out of 4 | 433 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St David Haigh and Aspull CofE Primary School Copperas Lane , Haigh WN2 1PA | - not rated | 993 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 | 993 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Scot Lane End CofE Primary School, Blackrod Manchester Road , Blackrod BL6 5SN | - not rated | 1,748 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | - not rated | 3,390 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Bridge Academy Holt Street , Ince-in-Makerfield WN1 3HD | - not rated | 3,420 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Bridge High School Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | - not rated | 3,420 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman RC School Darby Lane , Hindley WN2 3DH | - not rated | 4,125 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigan UTC New Market Street , WN1 1RP | - not rated | 4,295 yd | University technical college | 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 | 3,170 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gidlow Middle School Buckley Street West , WN6 7PQ | - not rated | 4,589 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bolton Wanderers Free School Macron Stadium , Burnden Way BL6 6JW | - not rated | 3,815 yd | Free schools 16 to 19 | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigan and Leigh College PO Box 53 , Parson's Walk WN1 1RS | - not rated | 4,516 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CEWE School St Catherine's Vicarage , Catherine Terrace WN1 3JW | - not rated | 3,664 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Mere Oaks School Boars Head , Standish WN1 2RF | - not rated | 3,722 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway School Courtyard House , Dicconson Terrace WN1 2AA | - not rated | 3,962 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beechwood Centre Hieland Road , Whelley WN1 1UR | - not rated | 3,971 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parks School Market Street , Hindley WN2 3AN | - not rated | 4,222 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lisa's Butty Box | 47 Scot Lane, Aspull | 223 yd | |
| Slice | 49 Scot Lane, Aspull | 223 yd | |
| Moorgate Inn | 52 Scot Lane, Aspull | 384 yd | |
| Moorgate Inn (The) | 52 Scot Lane, Aspull | 384 yd | |
| Bindi of Aspull | Wigan Road, Aspull | 438 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspull Royal British Legion | Sumner Street, Aspull | 441 yd | |
| The Victoria Inn | Haigh Road, Aspull | 707 yd | |
| Aspull Rugby Union Football Club | 2 Moorland Villas Woods Road, Aspull | 731 yd | |
| Village on the Green | Woods Road, Aspull | 731 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finger Post Chip Shop | Scot Lane, Aspull | 161 yd | |
| Picasso Aspull | 2 Moorside Scot Lane, Aspull | 161 yd | |
| Happy Valley | 43 Scot Lane, Aspull | 223 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Food | Haigh Road, Aspull | 142 yd | |
| Moorside Convienience | Scot Lane, Aspull | 161 yd | |
| Aspull Convenience Store | 3 Scot Lane, Aspull | 223 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aspull Church Primary School BOLTON ROAD | grass pitches | 425 yd |
| The Snake Pit Wigan WIGAN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 570 yd |
| Woodshaw Park Woods Road | grass pitches | 595 yd |
| Aspull Rfc WOODS ROAD | grass pitches | 910 yd |
| St David Haigh And Aspull C Of E Primary School COPPERAS LANE | grass pitches | 993 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 | 206.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.