Shoemaker Gardens is in Aspull, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN2 1ZG is located in the Aspull, New Springs & Whelley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wigan. This postcode has been in use since 1993-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shoemaker Gardens, Aspull, Wigan, WN2 1ZG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN2 1ZA, WN2 1ZD, WN2 1ZF, WN2 1ZH, WN2 1XL, WN2 1ZE, WN2 1RR, WN2 1TA, WN2 1ZB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN2 1ZG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.4% | 50.6% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50.6% | 49.4% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 1ZG there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.9% 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 | 23.1% | 20.6% | -2.5% | 37.9% | -17.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 69.8% | 62.9% | -6.9% | 44.2% | 18.7% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 3.4% | 6% | 2.6% | 9.1% | -3.1% |
| Widowed | 2.7% | 7.1% | 4.4% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 (87.1%) 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 | 58% | 58.9% | 0.9% | 48.4% | 10.5% |
| Good health | 27.6% | 28.2% | 0.6% | 33.6% | -5.4% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 10.1% | 1.0% | 12.7% | -2.6% |
| Bad health | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 0.3% | -2.2% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 1ZG this area, 6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.8% | 6% | -3.8% | 18.2% | -12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 7.1% | -1.4% | 9.6% | -2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.3% | 11.2% | -6.1% | 13.4% | -2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 7.9% | 2.5% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 18.7% | 4.5% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 42.4% | 47.2% | 4.8% | 33.8% | 13.4% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.1% | 99.4% | 3.3% | 81.4% | 18.0% |
In this area, 98.7% 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 | 97.2% | 98.7% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.9% | 0.3% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.2% | 98.7% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 15.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 95.6% | 76.7% | 18.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 4.1% | 13.5% | -9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 14.5% | 37.2% | -22.7% |
| Christian | 77.6% | 46.2% | 31.4% |
| Hindu | 0.6% | 1.7% | -1.1% |
| Not answered | 7.3% | 6.0% | 1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shoemaker Gardens 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 -19.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Shoemaker Gardens, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £292,500 | 2023-08-31 | £314,655 |
| 10 Shoemaker Gardens, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2019-04-05 | £386,826 |
| 1 Shoemaker Gardens, Wigan, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £194,950 | 2018-08-31 | £263,040 |
| 7 Shoemaker Gardens, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £185,500 | 2015-05-27 | £317,525 |
| 3 Shoemaker Gardens, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2014-01-06 | £377,928 |
WN2 1ZG 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 | 121 |
| Retired | 77 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Human health and social work activities | 27 |
| Education | 27 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| 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 | 3,784 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 5,169 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 | 217 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspull Church Primary School Bolton Road , WN2 1QT | 3out of 4 | 638 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 | 803 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blackrod Primary School Manchester Road , Blackrod BL6 5SY | 4out of 4 | 1,922 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 | 2,177 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 | 3,510 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's RC High School Chorley New Road , Horwich BL6 6HW | 2out of 4 | 4,630 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College Frog Lane , WN1 1HQ | 3out of 4 | 4,666 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Baytree Road , Springfield WN6 7RN | 3out of 4 | 4,982 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 2out of 4 | 5,136 yd | Foundation 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 | 4,572 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 | 4,331 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lever Park School Stocks Park Drive , Horwich BL6 6DE | 3out of 4 | 4,499 yd | Academy special sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield High School and College Long Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4XA | 4out of 4 | 5,386 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cumberland School Rivington Lane , Rivington BL6 7RX | - not rated | 5,461 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 | 295 yd | |
| Slice | 49 Scot Lane, Aspull | 295 yd | |
| Moorgate Inn | 52 Scot Lane, Aspull | 370 yd | |
| Moorgate Inn (The) | 52 Scot Lane, Aspull | 370 yd | |
| Bindi of Aspull | Wigan Road, Aspull | 597 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aspull Royal British Legion | Sumner Street, Aspull | 424 yd | |
| The Victoria Inn | Haigh Road, Aspull | 609 yd | |
| Aspull Rugby Union Football Club | 2 Moorland Villas Woods Road, Aspull | 890 yd | |
| Village on the Green | Woods Road, Aspull | 891 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Finger Post Chip Shop | Scot Lane, Aspull | 284 yd | |
| Picasso Aspull | 2 Moorside Scot Lane, Aspull | 285 yd | |
| Happy Valley | 43 Scot Lane, Aspull | 295 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moorside Convienience | Scot Lane, Aspull | 284 yd | |
| Aspull Convenience Store | 3 Scot Lane, Aspull | 295 yd | |
| Co-operative Food | Haigh Road, Aspull | 295 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Aspull Church Primary School BOLTON ROAD | grass pitches | 573 yd |
| The Snake Pit Wigan WIGAN ROAD | health and fitness suite | 729 yd |
| Woodshaw Park Woods Road | grass pitches | 750 yd |
| St David Haigh And Aspull C Of E Primary School COPPERAS LANE | grass pitches | 899 yd |
| Aspull Rfc WOODS ROAD | grass pitches | 1,069 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 | 176.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 29.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.