Salesbury Way is in Wigan and in Wigan district. WN3 5QQ is located in the Worsley Mesnes electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Makerfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Salesbury Way, Wigan, WN3 5QQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN3 5QH, WN3 5NW, WN3 5QL, WN3 5PU, WN3 5NA, WN3 5PY, WN3 5NB, WN3 5PZ, WN3 5PX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WN3 5QQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.1% | 49.3% | -4.8% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 45.9% | 50.7% | 4.8% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
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 WN3 5QQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.7% 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 | 20.7% | 21.3% | 0.6% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.8% | 60.7% | -2.1% | 44.2% | 16.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.3% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 6.6% | 8.4% | 1.8% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 6.6% | 7.5% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 1.4% |
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 | 36.6% | 37% | 0.4% | 48.4% | -11.4% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 39.6% | 2.7% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 16.8% | 15.9% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 3.2% |
| Bad health | 7.2% | 4.8% | -2.4% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2.6% | 0.1% | 1.2% | 1.4% |
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 19.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.1% | 24.3% | -3.8% | 18.2% | 6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 10% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.2% | 15.9% | -2.3% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.4% | 11.3% | 3.9% | 5.3% | 6.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 15.9% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -1.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.9% | 19.2% | 4.3% | 33.8% | -14.6% |
| Other | 4.1% | 3.3% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| White | 99.6% | 100% | 0.4% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
In this area, 99.6% 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 | 99.3% | 99.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| European Union | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 99.3% | 99.6% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 16.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 9.8% | -9.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.9% | 76.7% | 12.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.7% | 13.5% | -2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 19.6% | 37.2% | -17.6% |
| Christian | 78.1% | 46.2% | 31.9% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 1.9% | 6.0% | -4.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Salesbury Way was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Worsley Mesnes average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 75% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 51 Salesbury Way, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-02-01 | £196,869 |
| 26 Salesbury Way, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2023-09-29 | £164,278 |
| 32 Salesbury Way, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £162,000 | 2022-09-16 | £175,376 |
| 6 Salesbury Way, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2022-06-10 | £187,819 |
| 25 Salesbury Way, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,500 | 2021-11-30 | £219,472 |
WN3 5QQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WN3 5QQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 97 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| 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 | 3,647 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Paul's Church of England Primary School Warrington Road , Goose Green WN3 6SB | 4out of 4 | 805 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigan Worsley Mesnes Community Primary School Clifton Street , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5HN | 3out of 4 | 812 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Marus Bridge Primary School Kelvin Grove , Marus Bridge WN3 6SP | 3out of 4 | 845 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Jude's Catholic Primary School Wigan Worsley Mesnes Drive , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5AN | 3out of 4 | 1,264 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Church of England Primary School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | 3out of 4 | 1,321 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawkley Hall High School Carr Lane , Hawkley Hall WN3 5NY | 3out of 4 | 756 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College Frog Lane , WN1 1HQ | 3out of 4 | 3,109 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cansfield High School Old Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9TP | 3out of 4 | 3,511 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Wigan , Greenhey WN5 0DQ | 2out of 4 | 3,784 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | 1out of 4 | 3,880 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 | 3,074 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winstanley College Winstanley Road , Billinge WN5 7XF | - not rated | 4,107 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College Gathurst Road , Orrell WN5 0LJ | - not rated | 5,344 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hope School Kelvin Grove , Marus Bridge WN3 6SP | 4out of 4 | 848 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 1,422 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Landgate School, Bryn Landgate Lane , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 0EP | 3out of 4 | 1,881 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| TMP Studios CIC 830 Ormskirk Road , Pemberton WN5 8EX | - not rated | 3,301 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 3,378 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds (C & T Restaurants) | Worthington Way, Wigan | 648 yd | |
| Highfield Grange Pre-School | Highfield Grange Avenue, Winstanley | 745 yd | |
| Clifton Street Community Centre Luncheon Club | Clifton Street, Worsley Mesnes | 827 yd | |
| Lunch Munch Wigan | Clifton Street, Worsley Mesnes | 827 yd | |
| Total Fitness Club Cafe | Warrington Road, Wigan | 851 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Hawk Hotel | Carr Lane, Wigan | 310 yd | |
| St Judes Parish Centre | Poolstock Lane, Worsley Mesnes | 597 yd | |
| St Aidans Social Centre | Highfield Grange Avenue, Winstanley | 805 yd | |
| Worsley Mesnes Club | Poolstock Lane, Worsley Mesnes | 864 yd | |
| Bold Hotel | 161 Poolstock Lane, Worsley Mesnes | 864 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Pizza | 40 Carr Lane, Worsley Mesnes | 310 yd | |
| Topway Food Ltd | 52 Carr Lane, Wigan | 310 yd | |
| Pomodoro Pizza | 32 St Pauls Avenue, Wigan | 713 yd | |
| Peters Fish & Chips Chinese Takeaway | 196 Poolstock Lane, Worsley Mesnes | 733 yd | |
| Yates Fish & Chip Shop | 494 Warrington Road, Wigan | 822 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nisa Local | 56 Carr Lane, Worsley Mesnes | 310 yd | |
| Tesco | 248 Poolstock Lane, Worsley Mesnes | 597 yd | |
| Asda | Worthington Way, Wigan | 648 yd | |
| Iceland | Worthington Way, Wigan | 648 yd | |
| Sainsburys | Worthington Way, Wigan | 648 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hawkley Hall High School CARR LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 661 yd |
| Total Fitness (Wigan) WARRINGTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 717 yd |
| Hope School (Closed) Kelvin Grove | 937 yd | |
| Marus Bridge Primary School KELVIN GROVE | grass pitches | 971 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 | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 98.0% |
| 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 | 186.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.