Belle Green Lane is in Ince, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN2 2ET is located in the Ince electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wigan. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Belle Green Lane, Ince, Wigan, WN2 2ET and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN2 2JL, WN2 2JJ, WN2 2NA, WN2 2EQ, WN2 2EE, WN2 2JU, WN2 2EU, WN2 2HA, WN2 2EY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN2 2ET is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 51.1% | 1.6% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 50.5% | 48.9% | -1.6% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 36.5% | 37.2% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.2% | 43.5% | -4.7% | 44.2% | -0.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 9.2% | 10.7% | 1.5% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 4% | 4.3% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 44.9% | 46.9% | 2.0% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 33.9% | -1.4% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 14% | 0.1% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 4.6% | 3.9% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
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.
In the area around WN2 2ET this area, 31.1% 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 16.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.5% | 31.1% | 2.6% | 18.2% | 12.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.9% | 9.4% | -9.5% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.9% | 16.1% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6% | 9.4% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 4.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 16.1% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.4% | 16.1% | 3.7% | 33.8% | -17.7% |
| Other | 4.8% | 1.6% | -3.2% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.7% 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 | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 98.5% | 97.7% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
In this area, 95.1% 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 | 97.2% | 95.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.3% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.9% | 95.1% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.1% | 0.3% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.8% | 76.7% | 10.1% |
| Romania | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Middle East | 1.6% | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 8.9% | 13.5% | -4.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.2% | 37.2% | -11.0% |
| Christian | 64.9% | 46.2% | 18.7% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Belle Green Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Ince 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 much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 163 Belle Green Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2026-01-15 | £69,010 |
| 216 Belle Green Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Other, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2023-11-08 | £181,300 |
| 171 Belle Green Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2023-11-03 | £132,092 |
| 184 Belle Green Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £83,500 | 2023-03-07 | £85,247 |
| 177 Belle Green Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £138,500 | 2022-09-30 | £146,902 |
WN2 2ET 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 97 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Construction | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 1,965 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 3,073 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Belle Green CofE Junior and Infant School Belle Green Lane , Ince WN2 2EY | - not rated | 225 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ince CofE Primary School Charles Street , Ince WN2 2AL | 3out of 4 | 838 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St William's Catholic Primary School Ince Green Lane , Ince-in-Makerfield WN2 2DG | 3out of 4 | 1,005 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic Primary School, New Springs, Wigan Longfield Street , New Springs WN2 1EL | 4out of 4 | 1,342 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aspull New Springs Infant School Kirkless Street , New Springs WN2 1EX | - not rated | 1,412 yd | Community school | Yes | 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 | 966 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Bridge Academy Holt Street , Ince-in-Makerfield WN1 3HD | - not rated | 1,004 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Bridge High School Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | - not rated | 1,004 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cardinal Newman RC School Darby Lane , Hindley WN2 3DH | - not rated | 1,678 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigan UTC New Market Street , WN1 1RP | - not rated | 2,649 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 | 1,823 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gidlow Middle School Buckley Street West , WN6 7PQ | - not rated | 3,637 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | 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 | 2,734 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 | 1,393 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parks School Market Street , Hindley WN2 3AN | - not rated | 1,959 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beechwood Centre Hieland Road , Whelley WN1 1UR | - not rated | 2,340 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsway School Courtyard House , Dicconson Terrace WN1 2AA | - not rated | 2,377 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rathbone Training Wigan 2000 Princess Street , WN3 4HW | - not rated | 2,661 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cosy Cafe | Manchester Road, Ince | 681 yd | |
| R Bakas Deli | 160 Manchester Road, Ince | 722 yd | |
| Avacado Health Bar Wigan | 170 Manchester Road, Ince | 728 yd | |
| Elior - Bakkavor Meals Wigan (Staff Canteen only) | Dobson Park Way, Ince | 760 yd | |
| Kirkless Cafe | Cale Lane, Aspull | 788 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ince Rose Bridge Sports & Community Club | Pinfold Street, Ince | 553 yd | |
| Earls Function Suite | Earl Street, Ince | 581 yd | |
| The Squirrel | 146 Manchester Road, Ince | 722 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Fish Bay | 218 Belle Green Lane, Ince | 5 yd | |
| Rooney Plaice | 184b Manchester Road, Ince | 722 yd | |
| Ince Balti | 148 Manchester Road, Ince | 722 yd | |
| Jui Bu | 182 Manchester Road, Ince | 722 yd | |
| The Sm4shed | 173 Manchester Road, Ince | 730 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| K's Grocer and Off Licence | Albion Drive, Aspull | 1,021 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ince Rose Bridge Sports And Community Club Pinfold Street | grass pitches | 553 yd |
| Ince Barbell Boxing And Fitness Club (Closed) Arnside Avenue | health and fitness suite | 558 yd |
| Royces Health & Fitness Studio (Closed) Manchester Road | health and fitness suite | 713 yd |
| Rose Bridge High School Sports Field Hall Street | grass pitches | 757 yd |
| Ince C Of E Primary School CHARLES STREET | grass pitches | 821 yd |
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge HOLT STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 965 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 | 96.3% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 141.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.