Stirling Avenue is in Ince, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN2 2JG 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 Stirling Avenue, Ince, Wigan, WN2 2JG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN2 2HY, WN2 2HJ, WN2 2JQ, WN2 2HH, WN2 2EP, WN2 2HL, WN2 2JW, WN2 2HG, WN2 2HN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN2 2JG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.8% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.2% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
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 | 27.7% | 31.5% | 3.8% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.4% | 45.7% | 6.3% | 44.2% | 1.5% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 4.1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 14.6% | 10.5% | -4.1% | 9.1% | 1.4% |
| Widowed | 14.6% | 8.2% | -6.4% | 6.1% | 2.1% |
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 | 47% | 42.6% | -4.4% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 27.3% | 36.7% | 9.4% | 33.6% | 3.1% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 13.3% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 0.6% |
| Bad health | 8.7% | 5.1% | -3.6% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 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.
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 16.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 44.1% | 26.9% | -17.2% | 18.2% | 8.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 12.3% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 19.6% | 5.0% | 13.4% | 6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 4.6% | -0.1% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 18.3% | 10.3% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.4% | 16.9% | 7.5% | 33.8% | -16.9% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.4% | -0.9% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Black African | 2.4% | 1.5% | -0.9% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.8% | 96.5% | -0.3% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
In this area, 89.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 96.4% | 89.2% | -7.2% | 83.2% | 6.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 6.6% | 6.2% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 2.4% | 2.3% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 90.2% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.6% | 13.5% | 2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 17.9% | 37.2% | -19.3% |
| Christian | 78.6% | 46.2% | 32.4% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stirling Avenue 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 -10.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 97% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Stirling Avenue, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £199,995 | 2024-09-27 | £208,501 |
| 18 Stirling Avenue, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2024-09-27 | £203,294 |
| 17 Stirling Avenue, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2023-12-12 | £129,458 |
| 4 Stirling Avenue, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2021-11-12 | £167,682 |
| 9 Stirling Avenue, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2020-10-27 | £165,333 |
WN2 2JG 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 86 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| 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 | 1,390 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 3,546 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ince CofE Primary School Charles Street , Ince WN2 2AL | 3out of 4 | 650 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 | 704 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catharine's CofE Primary School Scholefield Lane , Scholes WN1 3LP | 3out of 4 | 869 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Hardybutts , WN1 3RZ | 4out of 4 | 1,109 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 | 1,256 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 | 374 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 | 2,338 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 2out of 4 | 3,515 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hindley Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 3,518 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkley Hall High School Carr Lane , Hawkley Hall WN3 5NY | 3out of 4 | 3,611 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,143 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 | 2,104 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Learning Community Moss Lane , Platt Bridge WN2 3TL | 3out of 4 | 2,748 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy Leyland Park House , WN2 3RX | 4out of 4 | 3,266 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 3,783 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield High School and College Long Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4XA | 4out of 4 | 4,044 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cosy Cafe | Manchester Road, Ince | 410 yd | |
| Little Dreamers Role Play | Holt Street, Wigan | 418 yd | |
| KFC | 1 Smithy Green, Ince | 444 yd | |
| Avacado Health Bar Wigan | 170 Manchester Road, Ince | 445 yd | |
| R Bakas Deli | 160 Manchester Road, Ince | 472 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earls Function Suite | Earl Street, Ince | 346 yd | |
| Ince Rose Bridge Sports & Community Club | Pinfold Street, Ince | 446 yd | |
| The Squirrel | 146 Manchester Road, Ince | 472 yd | |
| The Bailiff Bar | King Street West, Wigan | 789 yd | |
| St Williams Social Club | St Williams Catholic Club, Patricroft Road | 893 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sm4shed | 173 Manchester Road, Ince | 366 yd | |
| Gulshan | 175 Manchester Road, Ince | 366 yd | |
| Rooney Plaice | 184b Manchester Road, Ince | 472 yd | |
| Ince Balti | 148 Manchester Road, Ince | 472 yd | |
| Jui Bu | 182 Manchester Road, Ince | 472 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| K Food & Wines | 153 Ince Green Lane, Ince | 916 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rose Bridge High School Sports Field Hall Street | grass pitches | 305 yd |
| Royces Health & Fitness Studio (Closed) Manchester Road | health and fitness suite | 385 yd |
| Ince Barbell Boxing And Fitness Club (Closed) Arnside Avenue | health and fitness suite | 427 yd |
| Ince Rose Bridge Sports And Community Club Pinfold Street | grass pitches | 449 yd |
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge HOLT STREET | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 471 yd |
| Ince C Of E Primary School CHARLES STREET | grass pitches | 574 yd |
| St Catherines Playing Fields Platt Lane | grass pitches | 708 yd |
| William Fosters Playing Field Ince Green Lane | grass pitches | 1,056 yd |
| Clarington Grove Playing Fields HARPER STREET | 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 | 70.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 116.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.