Overview of WN2 1XE

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Windsor Crescent is in Aspull, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN2 1XE 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 Windsor Crescent, Aspull, Wigan, WN2 1XE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.

Nearby postcodes are: WN2 1XD, WN2 1XG, WN2 1XX, WN2 1YZ, WN2 1XB, WN2 1XF, WN2 1XT, WN2 1XA, WN2 1XQ.

People

Gender

In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WN2 1XE has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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)
Female49.7%49%-0.7% 51.0% -2.0%
Male50.3%51%0.7% 49.0% 2.0%

Partnership Status

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 1XE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.5% 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.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Single18.4%24.3%5.9% 37.9% -13.6%
Married: Opposite sex69.5%57.5%-12.0% 44.2% 13.3%
Separated0.4%1.1%0.7% 2.2% -1.1%
Divorced3.3%6.1%2.8% 9.1% -3.0%
Widowed8.5%11.1%2.6% 6.1% 5.0%

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 health45%37.5%-7.5% 48.4% -10.9%
Good health31.3%39.5%8.2% 33.6% 5.9%
Fair health17.5%17.9%0.4% 12.7% 5.2%
Bad health5.6%3.3%-2.3% 4.0% -0.7%
Very bad health0.6%1.7%1.1% 1.2% 0.5%

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.

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 20.4%.

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No qualifications29.4%23.3%-6.1% 18.2% 5.1%
1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent 9.9%9.7%-0.2% 9.6% 0.1%
5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels15.1%14.3%-0.8% 13.4% 0.9%
Apprenticeship11.4%11.1%-0.3% 5.3% 5.8%
HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels8.8%17.9%9.1% 16.9% 1.0%
Degree or Similar21.3%20.4%-0.9% 33.8% -13.4%
Other4%3.2%-0.8% 2.8% 0.4%

Culture

Ethnic Group

In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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)
Pakistani0.3%0%-0.3% 2.7% -2.7%
Black African0.3%0%-0.3% 2.5% -2.5%
Other Black0.3%0%-0.3% 0.5% -0.5%
Mixed White and Asian0.3%1%0.7% 0.8% 0.2%
Mixed White and Caribbean0.3%0%-0.3% 0.9% -0.9%
White98.4%99%0.6% 81.4% 17.6%

Country of Birth

In this area, 98.7% 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 Kingdom98.4%98.7%0.3% 83.2% 15.5%
European Union0.3%1.3%1.0% 6.1% -4.8%
Africa0.3%0%-0.3% 2.7% -2.7%
Middle East and Asia0.6%0%-0.6% 5.6% -5.6%
Oceania0.3%0%-0.3% 0.3% -0.3%

Length of Residence

2011202110y change (pp)UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
Born in the UK98.4%98.7%0.3% 83.2% 15.5%
10+ Years0%0.7%0.7% 9.8% -9.1%
5-10 Years0.3%0%-0.3% 2.9% -2.9%
2-5 Years0%0.7%0.7% 2.2% -1.5%
Less than 2 years1.3%0%-1.3% 1.9% -1.9%

Passport Held

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
United Kingdom88.8% 76.7% 12.1%
Other EU countries0.7% 1.5% -0.8%
No passport held10.6% 13.5% -2.9%

Religion

2021UK Averagepostcode vs UK (pp)
No religion14.5% 37.2% -22.7%
Christian80.9% 46.2% 34.7%
Other religion0.3% 0.6% -0.3%
Not answered4.3% 6.0% -1.7%

Safety

Is Windsor Crescent Street dangerous?

Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Windsor Crescent 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.



🔎 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 1XE, Local Authority and Region

Deprivation

Property Prices

Average property prices on Windsor Crescent are based on 27 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 Windsor Crescent, Aspull, Wigan, WN2 1XE

Estimated Average Property Prices for WN2 1XE

Average Price
£235,642
Semi-Detached
£230,689
Terraced
£255,076
Detached
£260,593
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Estimated Average Property Prices for Windsor Crescent

Average Price
£241,673
Semi-Detached
£238,320
Terraced
£260,997
Detached
£260,935
Flats/Maisonettes
no sales
Other
no sales

Property Prices Comparison

Latest Property Sales on Windsor CrescentStreet

Address Sale Price Sale Date Price Estimate 2025
3 Windsor Crescent, Wigan, Greater Manchester
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£200,0002024-12-16 £203,689
25 Windsor Crescent, Wigan, Greater Manchester
Detached, an established residential building
£230,0002024-06-24 £241,208
4 Windsor Crescent, Wigan, Greater Manchester
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£205,0002022-06-17 £228,771
44 Windsor Crescent, Wigan, Greater Manchester
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£183,5002021-04-14 £234,746
10 Windsor Crescent, Wigan, Greater Manchester
Semi-Detached, an established residential building
£162,5002020-02-20 £235,771
View All Property Sales and Other Statistics for WN2 1XE

Employment

WN2 1XE 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 1XE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.

Economic Activity

Retired125
Full-Time Employee79
Part-Time Employee26
Self-Employed14
Long-Term Sick or disabled10
Student (economically inactive)9
Full-Time Student (with or without job)9
Looking after home or family5
Unemployed3
Other0

Employment Industry

Manufacturing23
Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles22
Construction17
Education16
Transport and storage10
Human health and social work activities9
Public administration and defence; compulsory social security8
Professional, scientific and technical activities6
Accommodation and food service activities5
Other3
Financial and insurance activities3
Information and communication2
Administrative and support service activities2
Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities1
Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply 1

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 3,837 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School
Hindley Nursery School
Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG
4out of 4 4,612 yd Local authority nursery school Yes Mixed More About School

Primary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Aspull Church Primary School
Bolton Road , Aspull WN2 1QT
3out of 4 276 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan
Holly Road , Aspull WN2 1RU
4out of 4 514 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School
St David Haigh and Aspull CofE Primary School
Copperas Lane , Haigh WN2 1PA
- not rated 1,430 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 1,430 yd Academy converter Yes Mixed More About School
Scot Lane End CofE Primary School, Blackrod
Manchester Road , Blackrod BL6 5SN
- not rated 1,680 yd Voluntary controlled 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
- not rated 3,392 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Rose Bridge Academy
Holt Street , Ince-in-Makerfield WN1 3HD
- not rated 3,426 yd Academy sponsor led No Mixed More About School
Rose Bridge High School
Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD
- not rated 3,426 yd Community school No Mixed More About School
Cardinal Newman RC School
Darby Lane , Hindley WN2 3DH
- not rated 3,866 yd Voluntary aided school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
St Joseph's RC High School
Sefton Lane , Horwich BL6 6HW
- not rated 4,412 yd Voluntary aided school No Mixed More About School

Middle deemed secondary

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Whelley Middle School
Moore Street , Whelley WN1 3XX
- not rated 3,318 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Gidlow Middle School
Buckley Street West , WN6 7PQ
- not rated 4,848 yd Community school Not Applicable Mixed More About School

16 plus

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
Bolton Wanderers Free School
Macron Stadium , Burnden Way BL6 6JW
- not rated 3,559 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 4,663 yd Further education Not Applicable Mixed More About School

Not applicable

Ofsted Overall Effectiveness Distance Establishment Type Has Nursery Classes Gender More Info
CEWE School
St Catherine's Vicarage , Catherine Terrace WN1 3JW
- not rated 3,706 yd Other independent special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
The Parks School
Market Street , Hindley WN2 3AN
- not rated 3,933 yd Other independent special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Mere Oaks School
Boars Head , Standish WN1 2RF
- not rated 4,107 yd Community special school Not Applicable Mixed More About School
Kingsway School
Courtyard House , Dicconson Terrace WN1 2AA
- not rated 4,120 yd Other independent school No Mixed More About School
The Beechwood Centre
Hieland Road , Whelley WN1 1UR
- not rated 4,122 yd Pupil referral unit Not Applicable 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
Slice49 Scot Lane, Aspull244 yd
Lisa's Butty Box47 Scot Lane, Aspull244 yd
Moorgate Inn52 Scot Lane, Aspull325 yd
Moorgate Inn (The)52 Scot Lane, Aspull325 yd
Bindi of AspullWigan Road, Aspull451 yd

Pubs, Bars, Nightclubs

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Aspull Royal British LegionSumner Street, Aspull338 yd
Aspull Rugby Union Football Club2 Moorland Villas Woods Road, Aspull637 yd
Village on the GreenWoods Road, Aspull637 yd

Takeaway, Sandwich Shops

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Happy Valley43 Scot Lane, Aspull244 yd
Picasso Aspull2 Moorside Scot Lane, Aspull284 yd
Finger Post Chip ShopScot Lane, Aspull284 yd

Supermarkets, Hypermarkets

Business Name Address Food hygiene rating Distance
Aspull Convenience Store3 Scot Lane, Aspull244 yd
Moorside ConvienienceScot Lane, Aspull284 yd
Co-operative FoodHaigh Road, Aspull341 yd

Sport

Facility Name Sport Objects Distance
Aspull Church Primary School
BOLTON ROAD
grass pitches272 yd
The Snake Pit Wigan
WIGAN ROAD
health and fitness suite487 yd
Woodshaw Park
Woods Road
grass pitches652 yd
Aspull Rfc
WOODS ROAD
grass pitches755 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 speed67.8 Mbit/s
Average download speed142.8 Mbit/s
Minimum download speed600 Mbit/s
Maximum download speed600 Mbit/s

Upload Speed

Median upload speed12 Mbit/s
Average upload speed15.9 Mbit/s
Maximum upload speed40 Mbit/s

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