Brookland Avenue is in Hindley, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN2 3PG 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 Brookland Avenue, Hindley, Wigan, WN2 3PG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN2 3PF, WN2 3PQ, WN2 3PL, WN2 3PH, WN2 3EQ, WN2 3PE, WN2 3LW, WN2 3RA, WN2 3RB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WN2 3PG has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 48.7% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 50% | 51.3% | 1.3% | 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 | 26.3% | 39.9% | 13.6% | 37.9% | 2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.2% | 42.4% | -10.8% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 3.5% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 10% | 6.6% | -3.4% | 9.1% | -2.5% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 7.6% | -1.3% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 40.2% | 38.7% | -1.5% | 48.4% | -9.7% |
| Good health | 24.8% | 37.9% | 13.1% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 26.1% | 15.7% | -10.4% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 7.7% | 5.7% | -2.0% | 4.0% | 1.7% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.7% |
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.
In the area around WN2 3PG this area, 35.5% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 16.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.6% | 35.5% | -7.1% | 18.2% | 17.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.1% | 11% | -0.1% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 12.5% | 0.4% | 13.4% | -0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.9% | 6% | -1.9% | 5.3% | 0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 17.5% | 3.8% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 10% | 16.5% | 6.5% | 33.8% | -17.3% |
| Other | 2.6% | 1% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.2% 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% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 2.4% |
| Indian | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 94% | 94.2% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 12.8% |
In this area, 93.9% 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 | 96.6% | 93.9% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.7% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 3% | 1.9% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 3.1% | 2.7% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.6% | 93.5% | -3.1% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.5% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.9% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.1% | 76.7% | -8.6% |
| Portugal | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| No passport held | 27% | 13.5% | 13.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36% | 37.2% | -1.2% |
| Christian | 61.3% | 46.2% | 15.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 2.3% | 6.0% | -3.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brookland Avenue 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. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Brookland Avenue, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-10-10 | £162,921 |
| 10 Brookland Avenue, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £141,000 | 2022-09-21 | £149,554 |
| 9 Brookland Avenue, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2022-08-23 | £140,298 |
| 11 Brookland Avenue, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2022-06-06 | £100,436 |
| 20 Brookland Avenue, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,500 | 2017-10-20 | £132,481 |
The percentage of retired residents living in WN2 3PG area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 64 |
| Full-Time Employee | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 888 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Douglas Valley Nursery School Turner Street , Off Greenough Street WN1 3SU | 4out of 4 | 4,020 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 | 181 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley All Saints CofE Primary School Chapel Fields Lane , Hindley WN2 3QS | 3out of 4 | 470 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's Catholic Primary School Hindley Abbott Street , Hindley WN2 3DG | 3out of 4 | 746 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Benedict's RC Infant School Abbott Street , Hindley WN2 3DG | - not rated | 746 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's CofE Primary School Kildare Street , Hindley WN2 3HY | - not rated | 754 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 621 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 863 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hindley Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 863 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | - not rated | 2,977 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Rose Bridge Academy Holt Street , Ince-in-Makerfield WN1 3HD | - not rated | 3,002 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 | 4,033 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 | 4,614 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 | 321 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tanfield School Borsdane Avenue , Hindley WN2 3QB | - not rated | 575 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookfield High School Park Road , Hindley WN2 3RY | - not rated | 756 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Borsdane Brook School Park Road , Hindley WN2 3RY | - not rated | 756 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| ACE Centre ACE Centre , Park Road WN2 3RX | - not rated | 773 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apex Health & Fitness Cafe | 22 Lowe Mill Lane, Hindley | 184 yd | |
| Tuck Inn | Platt Lane, Hindley | 230 yd | |
| The Banner | Banner Street, Hindley | 263 yd | |
| Flapjacks | 3 Chapel Green Road, Hindley | 265 yd | |
| The Food Lounge | 61 Market Street, Hindley | 292 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Community Sports & Social Club | Romford Street, Hindley | 129 yd | |
| Dog & Partridge | 155 Atherton Road, Hindley | 264 yd | |
| Georgia Browns | 79-81 Market Street, Hindley | 284 yd | |
| The Local | 38 Market Street, Hindley | 323 yd | |
| Market Tavern | 62 Market Street, Hindley | 323 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chapel Green Chippy | 74 Chapel Green Road, Hindley | 169 yd | |
| Hindley Fish & Chips | 65 Atherton Road, Hindley | 264 yd | |
| Cross Keys Chippy | 5 Chapel Green Road, Hindley | 265 yd | |
| Al's Peri Chicken | 41-43 Market Street, Hindley | 284 yd | |
| The Godfather | 13 Market Street, Hindley | 292 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Extra | Cross Street, Hindley | 367 yd | |
| Asda | Ladies Lane, Hindley | 555 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Apex Health & Fitness Centre LOWE MILL LANE | health and fitness suite | 185 yd |
| Emporio Aphrodite (Closed) King Street | health and fitness suite | 355 yd |
| Hindley All Saints C Of E Primary School CHAPEL FIELDS LANE | grass pitches | 498 yd |
| Tj'S Gym (Closed) Darby Lane | health and fitness suite | 583 yd |
| Tanfield School (Closed) Borsdane Avenue | grass pitches | 655 yd |
| Cardinal Newman Playing Fields NEWMAN CLOSE | grass pitches | 686 yd |
| Hindley Pool BORSDANE AVENUE | swimming pool | 721 yd |
| St Peter'S C Of E Primary School KILDARE STREET | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Hindley St Peters Cricket Club HURST STREET | grass pitches | 863 yd |
| Hindley High School MORNINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 864 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 | 159.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 224.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 24.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.