Corporation Street is in Wigan and in Wigan district. WN3 5BU is located in the Douglas electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wigan. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Corporation Street, Wigan, WN3 5BU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN3 5BY, WN3 5BX, WN3 5DR, WN3 5BQ, WN3 5BZ, WN3 5AZ, WN3 5EP, WN3 5BP, WN3 5DS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WN3 5BU, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.2% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 53.2% | 2.8% | 51.0% | 2.2% |
| Male | 49.6% | 46.8% | -2.8% | 49.0% | -2.2% |
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 | 33.2% | 40.4% | 7.2% | 37.9% | 2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.9% | 39.6% | -8.3% | 44.2% | -4.6% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 13.3% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 4.2% |
| Widowed | 6% | 4.2% | -1.8% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 45% | 51.2% | 6.2% | 48.4% | 2.8% |
| Good health | 36% | 30.6% | -5.4% | 33.6% | -3.0% |
| Fair health | 13.7% | 13.9% | 0.2% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 4% | 3.9% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26.3% | 19.6% | -6.7% | 18.2% | 1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.7% | 7.9% | -1.8% | 9.6% | -1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 19.6% | 2.5% | 13.4% | 6.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.6% | 4.6% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.1% | 17.5% | 1.4% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.1% | 28.8% | 6.7% | 33.8% | -5.0% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.1% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.8% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.7% 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 | 96.8% | 95.7% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.5% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.5% | 1.4% | -1.1% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 95% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.8% | 76.7% | 7.1% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 12.9% | 13.5% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.2% | 37.2% | -7.0% |
| Christian | 63.7% | 46.2% | 17.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Corporation Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Douglas 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. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Corporation Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2019-11-29 | £174,092 |
| 1 Corporation Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-09-02 | £185,304 |
| 3 Corporation Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2017-11-20 | £186,147 |
| 21 Corporation Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £106,500 | 2013-11-18 | £185,030 |
| 31 Corporation Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2010-07-05 | £186,404 |
WN3 5BU 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 36 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 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 | 1,649 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 5,228 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 | 1,188 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | 3out of 4 | 1,255 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' CofE Primary School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 1,255 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Jude's RC Junior School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 1,255 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Jude's RC Infant School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 1,255 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College Frog Lane , WN1 1HQ | 3out of 4 | 1,234 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigan UTC New Market Street , WN1 1RP | - not rated | 1,378 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Saint Thomas More Catholic High School Robin Park Road , Newtown WN5 0UQ | - not rated | 1,441 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkley Hall High School Carr Lane , Hawkley Hall WN3 5NY | - not rated | 1,738 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkley Hall High School Carr Lane , Hawkley Hall WN3 5NY | - not rated | 1,738 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,217 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Gidlow Middle School Buckley Street West , WN6 7PQ | - not rated | 2,361 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 | 1,136 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College Gathurst Road , Orrell WN5 0LJ | - not rated | 4,955 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winstanley College Winstanley Road , Billinge WN5 7XF | - not rated | 5,190 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rathbone Training Wigan 2000 Princess Street , WN3 4HW | - not rated | 554 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Park Centre Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 1,255 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , WN3 5XF | - not rated | 1,371 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 1,436 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Beechwood Centre Hieland Road , Whelley WN1 1UR | - not rated | 1,544 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honeysuckle | 75 Pool Street, Wigan | 243 yd | |
| Red Pepper Sandwich Co Ltd | Waterside Drive, Wigan | 271 yd | |
| Tom's Pantry and Jims Kitchen | Poolstock, Wigan | 310 yd | |
| The Range and Coffee Shop | Chapel Lane, Wigan | 451 yd | |
| Foodie Cafe Resto | Swan Meadow Road, Wigan | 453 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wigan Roller Rink | Swan Meadow Road, Wigan | 453 yd | |
| Wigan St Judes Amateur Rugby Club | Keats Avenue, Worsley Mesnes | 570 yd | |
| Wigan Central | Queen Street, Wigan | 678 yd | |
| Pound Pub | 35-45 King Street, Wigan | 839 yd | |
| Reef Bar and Terrace | 29 King Street, Wigan | 839 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peking Palace | 147 Poolstock, Wigan | 506 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Heritage Way, Wigan | 583 yd | |
| Papa John's Pizza | 13 Darlington Street, Wigan | 840 yd | |
| Mr Joe's | 31 Wallgate, Wigan | 851 yd | |
| Kebab World | 18-20 King Street, Wigan | 902 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmfoods Ltd | Gower Street, Newtown | 1,042 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Cricketer (Closed) Keats Avenue | grass pitches | 457 yd |
| Parsons Meadow Playing Field TIPPING STREET | grass pitches | 614 yd |
| Wigan Rovers Poolstock | grass pitches | 662 yd |
| Xercise4Less (Wigan) CHAPEL LANE | health and fitness suite | 703 yd |
| Wigan International Swimming Pool (Closed) Rodney Street | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 924 yd |
| Wigan Life Centre College Avenue | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 1,024 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 | 124.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 235.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.