Ryeford Close is in Ince, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN3 4RQ is located in the Ince electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wigan. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Ryeford Close, Ince, Wigan, WN3 4RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN3 4QY, WN3 4RN, WN3 4SH, WN3 4RW, WN3 4RE, WN3 4RF, WN3 4RG, WN3 4QX, WN3 4RA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN3 4RQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 46.2% | 50.8% | 4.6% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 53.8% | 49.2% | -4.6% | 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 area around WN3 4RQ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.6% 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 | 41.8% | 47.6% | 5.8% | 37.9% | 9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.6% | 36.1% | -3.5% | 44.2% | -8.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 2% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 13.6% | 9.1% | -4.5% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 2.1% | 4.4% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 | 52.1% | 47.5% | -4.6% | 48.4% | -0.9% |
| Good health | 29.8% | 33.9% | 4.1% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 11.4% | 0.5% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 4.1% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 3.1% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 19.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.7% | 21.2% | 0.5% | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.8% | 12.1% | -9.7% | 9.6% | 2.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.1% | 20.5% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 7.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.1% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 17.8% | 2.4% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.5% | 19.5% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -14.3% |
| Other | 4.6% | 2.7% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 95.3% | 97.2% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 15.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.5% 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% | 90.5% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 7.7% | 5.8% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 1.5% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 90.7% | -4.3% | 83.2% | 7.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 6.2% | 4.8% | 9.8% | -3.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 1.3% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.9% | 76.7% | -3.8% |
| Portugal | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Lithuania | 3.1% | 0.3% | 2.8% |
| Poland | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 3.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| No passport held | 17.8% | 13.5% | 4.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.6% | 37.2% | -4.6% |
| Christian | 61.7% | 46.2% | 15.5% |
| Sikh | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ryeford Close 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 -7.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Ryeford Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £118,000 | 2019-10-31 | £176,835 |
| 5 Ryeford Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2016-11-25 | £184,314 |
| 4 Ryeford Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £79,950 | 2012-07-31 | £150,610 |
| 5 Ryeford Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2006-09-22 | £191,011 |
| 5 Ryeford Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2002-09-02 | £199,550 |
| Full-Time Employee | 110 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Unemployed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Manufacturing | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 20 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Education | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | 1,680 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 3,685 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 | 383 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St William's Catholic Primary School Ince Green Lane , Ince-in-Makerfield WN2 2DG | 3out of 4 | 680 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ince CofE Primary School Charles Street , Ince WN2 2AL | 3out of 4 | 864 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Patrick's Catholic Primary School Hardybutts , WN1 3RZ | 4out of 4 | 1,055 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catharine's CofE Primary School Scholefield Lane , Scholes WN1 3LP | 3out of 4 | 1,065 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | 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 | 1,134 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 | 2,160 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkley Hall High School Carr Lane , Hawkley Hall WN3 5NY | 3out of 4 | 2,339 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hindley Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 3,661 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 2out of 4 | 3,662 yd | Foundation 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 | 1,956 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newbridge Learning Community Moss Lane , Platt Bridge WN2 3TL | 3out of 4 | 1,848 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 2,105 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 2,871 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy Leyland Park House , WN2 3RX | 4out of 4 | 3,070 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope School Kelvin Grove , Marus Bridge WN3 6SP | 4out of 4 | 3,771 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Butty Barrow The Friendly Bakery | 115 Ince Green Lane, Ince | 544 yd | |
| Ince Start Well Family Centre | Charles Street, Ince | 807 yd | |
| KFC | 1 Smithy Green, Ince | 870 yd | |
| St Patricks Rugby Club | 14 Harper Street, Ince W | 883 yd | |
| Elior - Bakkavor Meals Wigan (Staff Canteen only) | Dobson Park Way, Ince | 899 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Williams Social Club | St Williams Catholic Club, Patricroft Road | 425 yd | |
| The Bailiff Bar | King Street West, Wigan | 774 yd | |
| Spring View Cricket & Recreation Club | Spring View Cricket Club, Warrington Road | 854 yd | |
| The Squirrel | 146 Manchester Road, Ince | 916 yd | |
| St Patricks Arlfc | Harper Street, Ince W | 920 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bengal Spice | 243-245 Warrington Road, Ince | 395 yd | |
| Catsu | 184 Warrington Road, Ince | 479 yd | |
| Toronto Pizza | 134 Warrington Road, Ince | 479 yd | |
| Smokies | 138 Warrington Road, Ince | 479 yd | |
| Brians Chippy | 118 Ince Green Lane, Ince | 544 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| K Food & Wines | 153 Ince Green Lane, Ince | 394 yd | |
| Premier Express | 140 Warrington Road, Ince | 479 yd | |
| KS Korner Store | 425 Warrington Road, Ince | 1,069 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Britannia Bridge Primary School WINIFRED STREET | grass pitches | 441 yd |
| William Fosters Playing Field Ince Green Lane | grass pitches | 478 yd |
| Ince C Of E Primary School CHARLES STREET | grass pitches | 817 yd |
| Clarington Grove Playing Fields HARPER STREET | grass pitches | 820 yd |
| Royces Health & Fitness Studio (Closed) Manchester Road | health and fitness suite | 946 yd |
| Rose Bridge High School Sports Field Hall Street | grass pitches | 1,022 yd |
| Ince St. Marys C Of E Primary School (Closed) Derby Street | grass pitches | 1,055 yd |
| Ince Barbell Boxing And Fitness Club (Closed) Arnside Avenue | health and fitness suite | 1,083 yd |
| Ince Rose Bridge Sports And Community Club Pinfold Street | grass pitches | 1,093 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 | 190 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.