Gilbert Street is in Hindley, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN2 3HE 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 Gilbert Street, Hindley, Wigan, WN2 3HE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN2 3HF, WN2 3HG, WN2 3NY, WN2 3DX, WN2 3HD, WN2 3HU, WN2 3JA, WN2 3HQ, WN2 3HB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN2 3HE 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 | 49.1% | 51.8% | 2.7% | 51.0% | 0.8% |
| Male | 50.9% | 48.2% | -2.7% | 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.
In the immediate area around WN2 3HE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 33% | 42.9% | 9.9% | 37.9% | 5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.8% | 36% | -9.8% | 44.2% | -8.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 1.2% | -2.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 10.7% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 1.6% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 8.6% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 2.5% |
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 | 41.6% | 47.7% | 6.1% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 37% | 34.6% | -2.4% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 12% | -2.8% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3.9% | -1.5% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.7% | 25.6% | -1.1% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.8% | 12.1% | -6.7% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 12.4% | -5.8% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 6.9% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 18.7% | 5.7% | 16.9% | 1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 13% | 24.4% | 11.4% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 3.1% | -1.4% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Other Asian | 0.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.6% | 93.9% | -3.7% | 81.4% | 12.5% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
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 | 96.1% | 95.1% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 11.9% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 0.2% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -5.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Africa | 0.2% | 1% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -3.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.9% | 95.3% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 3.7% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.7% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.8% | 76.7% | 5.1% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.9% | 37.2% | -5.3% |
| Christian | 59.5% | 46.2% | 13.3% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Muslim | 2.2% | 6.5% | -4.3% |
| Other religion | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Gilbert 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 stayed broadly stable by about -0.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Gilbert Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2024-08-16 | £161,342 |
| 13 Gilbert Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £143,000 | 2024-02-23 | £153,762 |
| 11 Gilbert Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2023-09-15 | £159,228 |
| 23 Gilbert Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £142,500 | 2023-07-28 | £154,204 |
| 5 Gilbert Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £89,500 | 2023-02-24 | £95,448 |
WN2 3HE 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 | 133 |
| Retired | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 22 |
| Other | 18 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Construction | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| 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 | 1,471 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Douglas Valley Nursery School Turner Street , Off Greenough Street WN1 3SU | 4out of 4 | 3,595 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School, Hindley Kildare Street , Hindley WN2 3HY | 3out of 4 | 163 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Hindley Abbott Street , Hindley WN2 3DG | 3out of 4 | 538 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Junior and Infant School Argyle Street , WN2 3PN | 3out of 4 | 646 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley All Saints CofE Primary School Chapel Fields Lane , Hindley WN2 3QS | 3out of 4 | 1,101 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's CofE Primary School Wright Street , Platt Bridge WN2 3NX | 3out of 4 | 1,461 yd | Voluntary controlled 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 | 1,450 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 2out of 4 | 1,452 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | 1out of 4 | 2,587 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkley Hall High School Carr Lane , Hawkley Hall WN3 5NY | 3out of 4 | 3,930 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College Frog Lane , WN1 1HQ | 3out of 4 | 4,329 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 4,119 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 | 904 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Learning Community Moss Lane , Platt Bridge WN2 3TL | 3out of 4 | 1,481 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield High School and College Long Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4XA | 4out of 4 | 2,041 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 4,202 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 4,997 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Beijing House Chinese Restaurant | 98 Liverpool Road, Hindley | 107 yd | |
| Rose Club | Atherton Road, Hindley | 160 yd | |
| Chapter One Cafe | First Avenue, Hindley | 257 yd | |
| Hindley Arms | 124-126 Market Street, Hindley | 306 yd | |
| Fletchers Catering | 138 Market Street, Hindley | 306 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Masonic Hall | 138 Market Street, Hindley | 306 yd | |
| Bird I'th Hand | Wigan Road, Hindley | 390 yd | |
| Dog & Partridge | 155 Atherton Road, Hindley | 436 yd | |
| Formby's | 146 Wigan Road, Hindley | 563 yd | |
| The Local | 38 Market Street, Hindley | 580 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Indian Spice | 152 Market Street, Hindley | 306 yd | |
| Palace Chef | 160 Market Street, Hindley | 306 yd | |
| Deniros | 132 Market Street, Hindley | 306 yd | |
| Pizza Bella | 93 Market Street, Hindley | 369 yd | |
| Hindley Fish & Chips | 65 Atherton Road, Hindley | 436 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Extra | Cross Street, Hindley | 410 yd | |
| Asda | Ladies Lane, Hindley | 857 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Peter'S C Of E Primary School KILDARE STREET | grass pitches | 270 yd |
| Hindley Town Fc KILDARE STREET | grass pitches | 413 yd |
| Apex Health & Fitness Centre LOWE MILL LANE | health and fitness suite | 503 yd |
| Tj'S Gym (Closed) Darby Lane | health and fitness suite | 518 yd |
| Emporio Aphrodite (Closed) King Street | health and fitness suite | 616 yd |
| Hindley St Peters Cricket Club HURST STREET | grass pitches | 638 yd |
| Cardinal Newman Playing Fields NEWMAN CLOSE | grass pitches | 676 yd |
| Leyland Park PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 929 yd |
| Hindley All Saints C Of E Primary School CHAPEL FIELDS LANE | grass pitches | 1,034 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 259.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.