Hill Street is in Hindley, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN2 2RA is located in the Hindley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Makerfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hill Street, Hindley, Wigan, WN2 2RA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN2 2RB, WN2 2RF, WN2 2QG, WN2 2QY, WN2 2RE, WN2 2QW, WN2 2RP, WN2 3LB, WN2 2QH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WN2 2RA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% 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 | 52.3% | 53.3% | 1.0% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 47.7% | 46.7% | -1.0% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
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 | 32.7% | 38.7% | 6.0% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 45.3% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 1.1% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 2.5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 8.5% | 6.2% | -2.3% | 9.1% | -2.9% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 7.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 47.4% | 51.8% | 4.4% | 48.4% | 3.4% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 31.9% | -2.9% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 10.5% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 4.9% | 4% | -0.9% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 0.6% |
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 | 28.2% | 22.8% | -5.4% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 9.3% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 14.6% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.9% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 22.4% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.9% | 24% | 7.1% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.9% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99% | 98.9% | -0.1% | 81.4% | 17.5% |
| Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
In this area, 98.6% 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 | 98.6% | 98.6% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -5.4% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 98.6% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 15.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.5% | 76.7% | 8.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 12.7% | 13.5% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.3% | 37.2% | -7.9% |
| Christian | 66.3% | 46.2% | 20.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hill Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Hindley 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 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Hill Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2025-11-17 | £225,486 |
| 4 Hill Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2025-06-06 | £153,512 |
| 11 Hill Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £133,000 | 2024-11-27 | £135,197 |
| 16 Hill Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £103,000 | 2024-01-10 | £110,501 |
| 12 Hill Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2023-01-12 | £117,152 |
WN2 2RA 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 | 93 |
| Retired | 68 |
| Part-Time Employee | 26 |
| Other | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Education | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 1,277 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Douglas Valley Nursery School Turner Street , Off Greenough Street WN1 3SU | 4out of 4 | 3,732 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Castle Hill St Philip's CofE Primary School Hereford Road , Hindley WN2 4DH | 3out of 4 | 705 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Hindley Abbott Street , Hindley WN2 3DG | 3out of 4 | 742 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's RC Infant School Abbott Street , Hindley WN2 3DG | - not rated | 742 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley All Saints CofE Primary School Chapel Fields Lane , Hindley WN2 3QS | 3out of 4 | 837 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Junior and Infant School Argyle Street , WN2 3PN | 3out of 4 | 890 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cardinal Newman RC School Darby Lane , Hindley WN2 3DH | - not rated | 654 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 1,244 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hindley Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 1,250 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | - not rated | 2,680 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Bridge Academy Holt Street , Ince-in-Makerfield WN1 3HD | - not rated | 2,711 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 3,653 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gidlow Middle School Buckley Street West , WN6 7PQ | - not rated | 5,441 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 | 4,415 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Parks School Market Street , Hindley WN2 3AN | - not rated | 480 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tanfield School Borsdane Avenue , Hindley WN2 3QB | - not rated | 1,092 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield High School Park Road , Hindley WN2 3RY | - not rated | 1,466 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Borsdane Brook School Park Road , Hindley WN2 3RY | - not rated | 1,466 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| ACE Centre ACE Centre , Park Road WN2 3RX | - not rated | 1,482 yd | Pupil referral unit | 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 | 194 yd | |
| Deb's Deli | 29 Ladies Lane, Hindley | 194 yd | |
| Lord Nelson Hotel | 4 Bridge Street, Hindley | 353 yd | |
| Luna's Bistro (within The Lord Nelson Pub) | 4-6 Bridge Street, Hindley | 365 yd | |
| Izzy's Tea Room | 28 Market Street, Hindley | 376 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edington Arms | 186 Ladies Lane, Hindley | 251 yd | |
| The Local | 38 Market Street, Hindley | 478 yd | |
| Market Tavern | 62 Market Street, Hindley | 478 yd | |
| Georgia Browns | 79-81 Market Street, Hindley | 488 yd | |
| Ellesmere | 32 Lancaster Road, Hindley | 524 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New China Garden | 62 Ladies Lane, Hindley | 188 yd | |
| Chicago Pizza | 7 Bridge Street, Hindley | 327 yd | |
| Dixi Chicken & Pizza | 26 Market Street, Hindley | 370 yd | |
| Al Capone | 56 Market Street, Hindley | 467 yd | |
| The Godfather | 13 Market Street, Hindley | 471 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | Ladies Lane, Hindley | 194 yd | |
| One Stop | Walthew Lane, Platt Bridge | 640 yd | |
| Tesco Extra | Cross Street, Hindley | 642 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Emporio Aphrodite (Closed) King Street | health and fitness suite | 439 yd |
| Cardinal Newman Playing Fields NEWMAN CLOSE | grass pitches | 555 yd |
| Apex Health & Fitness Centre LOWE MILL LANE | health and fitness suite | 601 yd |
| Tj'S Gym (Closed) Darby Lane | health and fitness suite | 635 yd |
| Hindley St Peters Cricket Club HURST STREET | grass pitches | 847 yd |
| Castle Hill St Philips C Of E Primary School Hereford Road | grass pitches | 853 yd |
| Hindley All Saints C Of E Primary School CHAPEL FIELDS LANE | grass pitches | 859 yd |
| Hindley Pool BORSDANE AVENUE | swimming pool | 1,056 yd |
| Hindley Hall Golf Club HALL LANE | golf | 1,092 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 | 91.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.3% |
| 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 | 49 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.