Sarah Street is in Hindley Green, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN2 4SX is located in the Hindley Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Makerfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Sarah Street, Hindley Green, Wigan, WN2 4SX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN2 4UD, WN2 4SZ, WN2 4ST, WN2 4UE, WN2 4SA, WN2 4TZ, WN2 4XX, WN2 4SS, WN2 4SB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN2 4SX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.1% | -1.2% | 51.0% | 0.1% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.9% | 1.2% | 49.0% | -0.1% |
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 | 35.8% | 36.7% | 0.9% | 37.9% | -1.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.2% | 41.2% | -5.0% | 44.2% | -3.0% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.8% | 11.3% | 2.5% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 6% | 7.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 41.2% | 39.3% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -9.1% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 36.3% | 4.2% | 33.6% | 2.7% |
| Fair health | 19.2% | 19.2% | 0.0% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 6.5% | 4.1% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 18.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27% | 24.9% | -2.1% | 18.2% | 6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.4% | 10.8% | -5.6% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 19.1% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 6.9% | 0.0% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 18% | 5.4% | 16.9% | 1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.4% | 18.8% | 2.4% | 33.8% | -15.0% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.7% | -2.1% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2.9% | 2.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.4% | 94.8% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 13.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 93.7% 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 | 97.7% | 93.7% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 10.5% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 4.5% | 3.7% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 93.5% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.6% | 5.6% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.2% | 76.7% | -4.5% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Poland | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 1.8% | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 24.9% | 13.5% | 11.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.4% | 37.2% | -6.8% |
| Christian | 64.9% | 46.2% | 18.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Sarah Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Atherton South & Lilford 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 -21.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Sarah Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £139,000 | 2024-08-16 | £144,688 |
| 46 Sarah Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-08-12 | £160,297 |
| 40 Sarah Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2022-04-29 | £165,828 |
| 22 Sarah Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £147,000 | 2021-03-31 | £191,518 |
| 36 Sarah Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2019-05-31 | £173,094 |
WN2 4SX 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 | 124 |
| Retired | 93 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Other | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Education | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 1,704 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Green Community Primary School Thomas Street , Hindley Green WN2 4SS | 3out of 4 | 161 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Church of England Primary School, Hindley Green Atherton Road , Hindley Green WN2 4SD | 3out of 4 | 341 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hindley Green Swan Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4HD | 3out of 4 | 525 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bickershaw CofE Primary School Bickershaw Lane , Bickershaw WN2 4AE | 4out of 4 | 1,547 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twelve Apostles Catholic Primary School Nel Pan Lane , WN7 5JS | 4out of 4 | 1,620 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Westleigh School Westleigh Lane , WN7 5NL | 1out of 4 | 1,577 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hindley Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 1,731 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 2out of 4 | 1,737 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westhoughton High School Bolton Road , Westhoughton BL5 3BZ | 3out of 4 | 3,881 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 3,892 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield High School and College Long Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4XA | 4out of 4 | 1,377 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy Leyland Park House , WN2 3RX | 4out of 4 | 2,092 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holden School First Lane , Leigh WN7 4SB | - not rated | 2,899 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Aspire Hub, Bolton Dalton House , 33 Leigh Road BL5 2JE | - not rated | 3,713 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Learning Community Moss Lane , Platt Bridge WN2 3TL | 3out of 4 | 3,801 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Swan | 737 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 354 yd | |
| Six Six Three | 663 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 428 yd | |
| Kingdingswings | 649 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 575 yd | |
| Spinners Arms | 649 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 575 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sacred Heart Parish Centre | Swan Lane, Hindley Green | 664 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| It's Pizza | 796 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 250 yd | |
| Crispy Corner | 762 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 250 yd | |
| Ace of Trays | 737 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 354 yd | |
| Leigh Road Chippy | 284 Leigh Road, Hindley Green | 649 yd | |
| Rice N Spice | Corner Lane, Leigh | 883 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Go Local Extra | 963 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 477 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 672 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 575 yd | |
| Aldi | 641 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 575 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hindley Green Primary School (Closed) Thomas Street | grass pitches | 142 yd |
| Hindley Green Cp School THOMAS STREET | grass pitches | 300 yd |
| Thomas Street Recreation Ground Thomas Street | grass pitches | 409 yd |
| St John'S C Of E Primary School (Hindley Green) ATHERTON ROAD | grass pitches | 507 yd |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL SWAN LANE | grass pitches | 563 yd |
| Body Image Fitness Centre (Wigan) SWAN LANE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 754 yd |
| Brunswick Park Leigh Road | grass pitches | 834 yd |
| Melrose Tip HONITON CLOSE | grass pitches | 978 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 | 156.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.