Armitstead Street is in Hindley, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN2 3EP 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 Armitstead Street, Hindley, Wigan, WN2 3EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN2 3EW, WN2 3JG, WN2 3JF, WN2 3JQ, WN2 3EJ, WN2 3JL, WN2 3EN, WN2 3JH, WN2 3EX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN2 3EP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 51.8% | 2.3% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 50.5% | 48.2% | -2.3% | 49.0% | -0.8% |
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 | 37.3% | 41.9% | 4.6% | 37.9% | 4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.6% | 34.8% | -6.8% | 44.2% | -9.4% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 2.4% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 11.8% | 15% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 5.9% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 5.9% | 0.8% | 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 | 46.2% | 42.3% | -3.9% | 48.4% | -6.1% |
| Good health | 32.2% | 38% | 5.8% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 14.3% | 14% | -0.3% | 12.7% | 1.3% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 4% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 1.7% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 17.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.3% | 24.4% | -1.9% | 18.2% | 6.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 12.4% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 2.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 22.4% | 20.5% | -1.9% | 13.4% | 7.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.1% | 9.3% | 4.2% | 5.3% | 4.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.4% | 14.3% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -2.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.2% | 17.8% | 5.6% | 33.8% | -16.0% |
| Other | 5.9% | 1.2% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.4% 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 | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 1% | -0.5% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96% | 96.4% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 15.0% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97% 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 | 93.9% | 97% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 1.3% | -2.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 97% | 3.1% | 83.2% | 13.8% |
| 10+ Years | 3.3% | 2.3% | -1.0% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.3% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.9% | 0.3% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.5% | 76.7% | 2.8% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 19.5% | 13.5% | 6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.3% | 37.2% | -4.9% |
| Christian | 60.7% | 46.2% | 14.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Armitstead 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Armitstead Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2024-02-21 | £145,160 |
| 3 Armitstead Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £122,500 | 2022-08-26 | £130,909 |
| 1 Armitstead Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2018-03-23 | £172,267 |
| 3 Armitstead Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2010-06-22 | £121,481 |
| 7 Armitstead Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £86,000 | 2009-01-26 | £149,000 |
| Full-Time Employee | 104 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Education | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 1,144 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Douglas Valley Nursery School Turner Street , Off Greenough Street WN1 3SU | 4out of 4 | 4,024 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Junior and Infant School Argyle Street , WN2 3PN | 3out of 4 | 398 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School, Hindley Kildare Street , Hindley WN2 3HY | 3out of 4 | 592 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley All Saints CofE Primary School Chapel Fields Lane , Hindley WN2 3QS | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Hindley Abbott Street , Hindley WN2 3DG | 3out of 4 | 882 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Castle Hill St Philip's CofE Primary School Hereford Road , Hindley WN2 4DH | 3out of 4 | 1,401 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Outwood Academy Hindley Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 1,127 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 2out of 4 | 1,131 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | 1out of 4 | 3,014 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westleigh School Westleigh Lane , WN7 5NL | 1out of 4 | 4,079 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkley Hall High School Carr Lane , Hawkley Hall WN3 5NY | 3out of 4 | 4,203 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 | 4,541 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 | 479 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Learning Community Moss Lane , Platt Bridge WN2 3TL | 3out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield High School and College Long Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4XA | 4out of 4 | 1,709 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 4,628 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holden School First Lane , Leigh WN7 4SB | - not rated | 4,857 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Club | Atherton Road, Hindley | 340 yd | |
| Le Petit Four | Millgate, Wigan | 379 yd | |
| Eurest c/o Royal Mail | Hallgate, Wigan | 379 yd | |
| Kittywake Canal Cruises | Wallgate, Wigan | 379 yd | |
| Tuck Inn | Platt Lane, Hindley | 418 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dog & Partridge | 155 Atherton Road, Hindley | 230 yd | |
| AFC Hindley Juniors | 151 Park Road, Hindley | 392 yd | |
| Hindley Masonic Hall | 138 Market Street, Hindley | 570 yd | |
| Hindley Community Sports & Social Club | Romford Street, Hindley | 622 yd | |
| Georgia Browns | 79-81 Market Street, Hindley | 710 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| You + You Chippy | 180-182 Atherton Road, Hindley | 200 yd | |
| Hindley Fish & Chips | 65 Atherton Road, Hindley | 230 yd | |
| Pizza Bella | 93 Market Street, Hindley | 557 yd | |
| Indian Spice | 152 Market Street, Hindley | 570 yd | |
| Palace Chef | 160 Market Street, Hindley | 570 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Extra | Cross Street, Hindley | 645 yd | |
| Asda | Ladies Lane, Hindley | 1,012 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Leyland Park PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 524 yd |
| Apex Health & Fitness Centre LOWE MILL LANE | health and fitness suite | 591 yd |
| St Peter'S C Of E Primary School KILDARE STREET | grass pitches | 692 yd |
| Tanfield School (Closed) Borsdane Avenue | grass pitches | 767 yd |
| Afc Hindley Juniors Football Club LEYLAND AVENUE | grass pitches | 767 yd |
| Emporio Aphrodite (Closed) King Street | health and fitness suite | 773 yd |
| Hindley All Saints C Of E Primary School CHAPEL FIELDS LANE | grass pitches | 820 yd |
| Hindley Town Fc KILDARE STREET | grass pitches | 831 yd |
| Tj'S Gym (Closed) Darby Lane | health and fitness suite | 840 yd |
| Hindley Pool BORSDANE AVENUE | swimming pool | 975 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 | 42.9% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.