William Street is in Ince, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN3 4LD is located in the Ince electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wigan. This postcode has been in use since 1984-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about William Street, Ince, Wigan, WN3 4LD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN3 4LB, WN3 4JY, WN3 4JZ, WN3 4LQ, WN3 4FJ, WN3 4LG, WN3 4JT, WN3 4JS, WN3 4LN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN3 4LD 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 | 50.3% | 51.2% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 49.7% | 48.8% | -0.9% | 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 area around WN3 4LD, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47% 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 | 43% | 47% | 4.0% | 37.9% | 9.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 26.4% | 33.7% | 7.3% | 44.2% | -10.5% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.6% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Divorced | 12% | 8.5% | -3.5% | 9.1% | -0.6% |
| Widowed | 15.3% | 8.1% | -7.2% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 45.2% | 47.7% | 2.5% | 48.4% | -0.7% |
| Good health | 26.1% | 29.1% | 3.0% | 33.6% | -4.5% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 16.3% | -1.9% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 8.2% | 5.8% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 19.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.4% | 26.5% | -16.9% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.1% | 11.9% | -9.2% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.7% | 16.4% | 7.7% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 5.2% | 3.1% | 5.3% | -0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.5% | 18.3% | 8.8% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 8.7% | 19.8% | 11.1% | 33.8% | -14.0% |
| Other | 6.6% | 1.9% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.3% | 96.2% | -1.1% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 93% 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 | 95.5% | 93% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 9.8% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 4.1% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.4% | -0.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 93.3% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 10.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 1.7% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -8.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 2.3% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.1% | 2.6% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 70.9% | 76.7% | -5.8% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Middle East | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 25.3% | 13.5% | 11.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.8% | 37.2% | -8.4% |
| Christian | 61% | 46.2% | 14.8% |
| Muslim | 1.7% | 6.5% | -4.8% |
| Not answered | 8.4% | 6.0% | 2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around William Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Ince 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 -28.1%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 64 William Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2024-08-30 | £104,092 |
| 56 William Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £81,500 | 2016-12-19 | £129,186 |
| 56 William Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £60,000 | 2009-05-20 | £111,352 |
| 64 William Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2008-11-06 | £144,389 |
| 64 William Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £66,000 | 2008-10-03 | £109,094 |
WN3 4LD 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 | 87 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Other | 11 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 21 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Douglas Valley Nursery School Turner Street , Off Greenough Street WN1 3SU | 4out of 4 | 1,466 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 4,444 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Britannia Bridge Primary School Winifred Street , Lower Ince WN3 4SD | 3out of 4 | 404 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Hardybutts , WN1 3RZ | 4out of 4 | 940 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catharine's CofE Primary School Scholefield Lane , Scholes WN1 3LP | 3out of 4 | 1,115 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St William's Catholic Primary School Ince Green Lane , Ince-in-Makerfield WN2 2DG | 3out of 4 | 1,329 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ince CofE Primary School Charles Street , Ince WN2 2AL | 3out of 4 | 1,532 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | 1out of 4 | 1,461 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College Frog Lane , WN1 1HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,582 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkley Hall High School Carr Lane , Hawkley Hall WN3 5NY | 3out of 4 | 1,919 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Baytree Road , Springfield WN6 7RN | 3out of 4 | 3,185 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hindley Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 4,420 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,401 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 1,626 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 2,125 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Learning Community Moss Lane , Platt Bridge WN2 3TL | 3out of 4 | 2,376 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope School Kelvin Grove , Marus Bridge WN3 6SP | 4out of 4 | 3,172 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy Leyland Park House , WN2 3RX | 4out of 4 | 3,795 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| JK's Kitchen | 77a Darlington Street East, Wigan | 736 yd | |
| The Range and Coffee Shop | Chapel Lane, Wigan | 749 yd | |
| St Patricks Rugby Club | 14 Harper Street, Ince W | 808 yd | |
| Silverwell Hotel | 117 Darlington Street East, Wigan | 857 yd | |
| Run and Jump | 29 Caroline Street, Wigan | 866 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spring View Cricket & Recreation Club | Spring View Cricket Club, Warrington Road | 398 yd | |
| St Patricks Arlfc | Harper Street, Ince W | 859 yd | |
| Morty’s and Vibe | 46-58 King Street, Wigan | 990 yd | |
| Baby Platinum | 58 King Street, Wigan | 990 yd | |
| Madame Geneva's | 54-56 King Street, Wigan | 996 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ince Plaice | 132 Warrington Road, Ince | 183 yd | |
| Catsu | 184 Warrington Road, Ince | 333 yd | |
| Toronto Pizza | 134 Warrington Road, Ince | 333 yd | |
| Smokies | 138 Warrington Road, Ince | 333 yd | |
| Bengal Spice | 243-245 Warrington Road, Ince | 418 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Premier Express | 140 Warrington Road, Ince | 333 yd | |
| K Food & Wines | 153 Ince Green Lane, Ince | 975 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Britannia Bridge Primary School WINIFRED STREET | grass pitches | 372 yd |
| William Fosters Playing Field Ince Green Lane | grass pitches | 717 yd |
| Clarington Grove Playing Fields HARPER STREET | grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Wigan) CHAPEL LANE | health and fitness suite | 842 yd |
| Wigan International Swimming Pool (Closed) Rodney Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 989 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 | 75.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.