Leyland Avenue is in Hindley, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN2 3SB 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 Leyland Avenue, Hindley, Wigan, WN2 3SB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN2 3ST, WN2 3SG, WN2 3SU, WN2 3SW, WN2 3SQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN2 3SB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.2% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.8% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WN2 3SB there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 51.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 29.3% | 34% | 4.7% | 37.9% | -3.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.1% | 51.6% | -8.5% | 44.2% | 7.4% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 3.2% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.8% | 8.1% | 2.3% | 9.1% | -1.0% |
| Widowed | 1.1% | 3.2% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -2.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (93.8%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 66.9% | 60.3% | -6.6% | 48.4% | 11.9% |
| Good health | 26% | 33.5% | 7.5% | 33.6% | -0.1% |
| Fair health | 5.3% | 4.4% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -8.3% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 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 3SB this area, 2.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8% | 2.8% | -5.2% | 18.2% | -15.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17% | 13.4% | -3.6% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.7% | 16.5% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 7% | 1.2% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 25.7% | 10.8% | 16.9% | 8.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.6% | 34.2% | 1.6% | 33.8% | 0.4% |
| Other | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 2.8% | -2.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 99.5% | 98.7% | -0.8% | 81.4% | 17.3% |
In this area, 96.9% 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 | 98.5% | 96.9% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| European Union | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -3.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 98% | 97.9% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 14.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.4% | 76.7% | 15.7% |
| Poland | 1% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| No passport held | 6.3% | 13.5% | -7.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.1% | 37.2% | -12.1% |
| Christian | 71.8% | 46.2% | 25.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Leyland 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Leyland Avenue, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,000 | 2024-07-19 | £183,957 |
| 35 Leyland Avenue, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2023-09-29 | £309,795 |
| 3 Leyland Avenue, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £126,500 | 2021-03-12 | £167,311 |
| 35 Leyland Avenue, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2018-10-22 | £256,959 |
| 19 Leyland Avenue, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2018-08-28 | £213,695 |
WN2 3SB 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 | 152 |
| Part-Time Employee | 44 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Retired | 22 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Human health and social work activities | 33 |
| Education | 30 |
| Construction | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Real estate 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 | 1,430 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Douglas Valley Nursery School Turner Street , Off Greenough Street WN1 3SU | 4out of 4 | 4,735 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 | 1,146 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 | 1,401 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Platt Bridge Community School Rivington Avenue , Platt Bridge WN2 5NG | 4out of 4 | 1,446 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley All Saints CofE Primary School Chapel Fields Lane , Hindley WN2 3QS | 3out of 4 | 1,446 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School, Abram Simpkin Street , Abram WN2 5QE | 3out of 4 | 1,595 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 1,431 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 2out of 4 | 1,440 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westleigh School Westleigh Lane , WN7 5NL | 1out of 4 | 3,554 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | 1out of 4 | 3,776 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkley Hall High School Carr Lane , Hawkley Hall WN3 5NY | 3out of 4 | 4,312 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 | 5,157 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 | 543 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Learning Community Moss Lane , Platt Bridge WN2 3TL | 3out of 4 | 1,688 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield High School and College Long Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4XA | 4out of 4 | 1,856 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holden School First Lane , Leigh WN7 4SB | - not rated | 4,056 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Willow Grove Primary School Willow Grove , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 8XF | 4out of 4 | 4,407 yd | Community 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crazy Cow Catering Company | 7 Wooler Grove, Hindley | 112 yd | |
| Le Petit Four | Millgate, Wigan | 906 yd | |
| Eurest c/o Royal Mail | Hallgate, Wigan | 906 yd | |
| Kittywake Canal Cruises | Wallgate, Wigan | 906 yd | |
| Toscana Mediterranean Restaurant | 197 Atherton Road, Hindley | 988 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| AFC Hindley Juniors | 151 Park Road, Hindley | 559 yd | |
| Bickershaw Village Community Club | Bickershaw Lane, Bickershaw | 957 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| You + You Chippy | 180-182 Atherton Road, Hindley | 1,068 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Afc Hindley Juniors Football Club LEYLAND AVENUE | grass pitches | 222 yd |
| Leyland Park PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 418 yd |
| Hmp Hindley BARRACKS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 640 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 | 90.5% |
| 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 | 9.5% |
| Median download speed | 21.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 21.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 37.38 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 37.38 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 7.83 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.