Harold Street is in Aspull, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN2 1YU 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 Harold Street, Aspull, Wigan, WN2 1YU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN2 1XY, WN2 1UX, WN2 1XZ, WN2 1UZ, WN2 1XB, WN2 1UT, WN2 1XR, WN2 1XD, WN2 1UU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WN2 1YU has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 49.4% | -1.7% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 48.9% | 50.6% | 1.7% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 33.6% | 36.3% | 2.7% | 37.9% | -1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43% | 35.3% | -7.7% | 44.2% | -8.9% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.3% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 13% | 4.1% | 9.1% | 3.9% |
| Widowed | 12.8% | 12.1% | -0.7% | 6.1% | 6.0% |
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 (69.5%) 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 | 30.4% | 37.1% | 6.7% | 48.4% | -11.3% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 32.4% | -1.7% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 21.9% | 16% | -5.9% | 12.7% | 3.3% |
| Bad health | 10.4% | 11.3% | 0.9% | 4.0% | 7.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.3% | 3.1% | -0.2% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 WN2 1YU this area, 33.3% 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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.4% | 33.3% | -10.1% | 18.2% | 15.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.2% | 7% | -6.2% | 9.6% | -2.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 14.6% | 0.6% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 8.5% | 3.8% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.9% | 16.4% | 7.5% | 16.9% | -0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.8% | 16.4% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 3% | 3.8% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 3.1% | -1.9% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 94.1% | -4.4% | 81.4% | 12.7% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 95.2% | 95.3% | 0.1% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 96.1% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 12.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 3% | 0.4% | -2.6% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 22.2% | 13.5% | 8.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.7% | 37.2% | -17.5% |
| Christian | 71.3% | 46.2% | 25.1% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 4.7% | 6.5% | -1.8% |
| Not answered | 3.1% | 6.0% | -2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harold Street 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 -78.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Harold Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £81,000 | 2023-03-01 | £86,084 |
| 5 Harold Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2019-02-01 | £437,299 |
| 15 Harold Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2019-01-25 | £491,739 |
| 5 Harold Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £269,995 | 2016-12-07 | £416,688 |
| 9 Harold Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £213,000 | 2014-01-10 | £383,327 |
WN2 1YU 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.
| Retired | 64 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 29 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 3,945 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 4,829 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aspull Church Primary School Bolton Road , WN2 1QT | 3out of 4 | 422 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's RC Primary School Wigan Holly Road , Aspull WN2 1RU | 4out 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,269 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackrod Primary School Manchester Road , Blackrod BL6 5SY | 4out of 4 | 1,894 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan Longfield Street , New Springs WN2 1EL | 4out of 4 | 2,286 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 | 3,546 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC High School Chorley New Road , Horwich BL6 6HW | 2out of 4 | 4,339 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 2out of 4 | 4,797 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hindley Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 4,806 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 | 4,872 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 4,761 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lever Park School Stocks Park Drive , Horwich BL6 6DE | 3out of 4 | 4,331 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 4,540 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield High School and College Long Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4XA | 4out of 4 | 5,014 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy Leyland Park House , WN2 3RX | 4out of 4 | 5,225 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Aspire Hub, Bolton Dalton House , 33 Leigh Road BL5 2JE | - not rated | 5,452 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moorgate Inn | 52 Scot Lane, Aspull | 150 yd | |
| Moorgate Inn (The) | 52 Scot Lane, Aspull | 150 yd | |
| Slice | 49 Scot Lane, Aspull | 220 yd | |
| Lisa's Butty Box | 47 Scot Lane, Aspull | 220 yd | |
| Bindi of Aspull | Wigan Road, Aspull | 609 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspull Royal British Legion | Sumner Street, Aspull | 143 yd | |
| Aspull Rugby Union Football Club | 2 Moorland Villas Woods Road, Aspull | 827 yd | |
| Village on the Green | Woods Road, Aspull | 827 yd | |
| The Victoria Inn | Haigh Road, Aspull | 1,079 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Valley | 43 Scot Lane, Aspull | 220 yd | |
| Finger Post Chip Shop | Scot Lane, Aspull | 317 yd | |
| Picasso Aspull | 2 Moorside Scot Lane, Aspull | 317 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspull Convenience Store | 3 Scot Lane, Aspull | 220 yd | |
| Moorside Convienience | Scot Lane, Aspull | 317 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | Haigh Road, Aspull | 398 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aspull Church Primary School BOLTON ROAD | grass pitches | 449 yd |
| The Snake Pit Wigan WIGAN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 669 yd |
| Woodshaw Park Woods Road | grass pitches | 813 yd |
| Aspull Rfc WOODS ROAD | grass pitches | 953 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 | 90 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 126.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.