Strines Close is in Hindley, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN2 2QZ is located in the Hindley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Makerfield. This postcode has been in use since 1997-12-01.
StreetScan combines information about Strines Close, Hindley, Wigan, WN2 2QZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN2 2QX, WN2 2QP, WN2 2QW, WN2 2QD, WN2 2QE, WN2 2QA, WN2 2QB, WN2 3DP, WN2 2QG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WN2 2QZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.7% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 53.7% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 2.7% |
| Male | 45.9% | 46.3% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -2.7% |
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 | 32.2% | 30% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 48.1% | -0.2% | 44.2% | 3.9% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 3.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 1.2% |
| Divorced | 6.8% | 10.1% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 11.9% | 6.3% | -5.6% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
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 | 50.7% | 48.3% | -2.4% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 29.4% | 26.5% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -7.1% |
| Fair health | 14.5% | 15.4% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 2.7% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 7.4% | 3.3% | 4.0% | 3.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.8% | 19.1% | -1.7% | 18.2% | 0.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.4% | 8.5% | -2.9% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 17.8% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.8% | 8.5% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 3.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 19.9% | 21.2% | 1.3% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.8% | 24.2% | -1.6% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 3% | 0.8% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.3% | 97.7% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 16.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 99.7% 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 | 98.3% | 99.7% | 1.4% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 99.7% | 1.7% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.3% | 76.7% | 7.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.4% | 13.5% | 1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25% | 37.2% | -12.2% |
| Christian | 71.3% | 46.2% | 25.1% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 3% | 6.0% | -3.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Strines Close was 3.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 622.9% higher than the Hindley average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Strines Close has the 3rd highest crime rate of 6 local areas in Hindley and the 41st highest crime rate of 83 local areas in Wigan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% 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 Strines Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2024-04-26 | £179,828 |
| 8 Strines Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2023-12-01 | £199,580 |
| 2 Strines Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,500 | 2022-10-14 | £190,628 |
| 3 Strines Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2020-04-17 | £145,111 |
| 9 Strines Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2019-05-31 | £213,450 |
WN2 2QZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 1,520 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Douglas Valley Nursery School Turner Street , Off Greenough Street WN1 3SU | 4out of 4 | 3,403 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Hindley Abbott Street , Hindley WN2 3DG | 3out of 4 | 413 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School, Hindley Kildare Street , Hindley WN2 3HY | 3out of 4 | 838 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Junior and Infant School Argyle Street , WN2 3PN | 3out of 4 | 931 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley All Saints CofE Primary School Chapel Fields Lane , Hindley WN2 3QS | 3out of 4 | 1,058 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill St Philip's CofE Primary School Hereford Road , Hindley WN2 4DH | 3out of 4 | 1,067 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 2out of 4 | 1,488 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hindley Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 1,492 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | 1out of 4 | 2,349 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 | 4,272 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkley Hall High School Carr Lane , Hawkley Hall WN3 5NY | 3out of 4 | 4,456 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 | 4,065 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy Leyland Park House , WN2 3RX | 4out of 4 | 1,512 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield High School and College Long Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4XA | 4out of 4 | 2,008 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Learning Community Moss Lane , Platt Bridge WN2 3TL | 3out of 4 | 2,256 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 4,085 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Aspire Hub, Bolton Dalton House , 33 Leigh Road BL5 2JE | - not rated | 4,637 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hare & Hounds | 31 Ladies Lane, Hindley | 190 yd | |
| Deb's Deli | 29 Ladies Lane, Hindley | 190 yd | |
| Izzy's Tea Room | 28 Market Street, Hindley | 311 yd | |
| Dough | 45 Market Street, Hindley | 367 yd | |
| The Lunch Box Hindley Ltd | 58 Market Street, Hindley | 375 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Local | 38 Market Street, Hindley | 375 yd | |
| Market Tavern | 62 Market Street, Hindley | 375 yd | |
| Edington Arms | 186 Ladies Lane, Hindley | 405 yd | |
| Georgia Browns | 79-81 Market Street, Hindley | 407 yd | |
| St Peter's Pavilion | Hurst Street, Hindley | 569 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New China Garden | 62 Ladies Lane, Hindley | 217 yd | |
| Dixi Chicken & Pizza | 26 Market Street, Hindley | 303 yd | |
| Chicago Pizza | 7 Bridge Street, Hindley | 347 yd | |
| Al Capone | 56 Market Street, Hindley | 367 yd | |
| Alison's Restaurant | Worthington Street, Hindley | 369 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Ladies Lane, Hindley | 190 yd | |
| One Stop | Walthew Lane, Platt Bridge | 453 yd | |
| Tesco Extra | Cross Street, Hindley | 475 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Newman Playing Fields NEWMAN CLOSE | grass pitches | 281 yd |
| Emporio Aphrodite (Closed) King Street | health and fitness suite | 337 yd |
| Tj'S Gym (Closed) Darby Lane | health and fitness suite | 390 yd |
| Apex Health & Fitness Centre LOWE MILL LANE | health and fitness suite | 523 yd |
| Hindley St Peters Cricket Club HURST STREET | grass pitches | 569 yd |
| St Peter'S C Of E Primary School KILDARE STREET | grass pitches | 893 yd |
| Hindley Town Fc KILDARE STREET | grass pitches | 949 yd |
| Hindley All Saints C Of E Primary School CHAPEL FIELDS LANE | grass pitches | 987 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 50.93 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 50.93 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 16.35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.