Thoresby Close is in Wigan and in Wigan district. WN3 6RR is located in the Winstanley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Makerfield. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Thoresby Close, Wigan, WN3 6RR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN3 6SQ, WN3 6RP, WN3 6RW, WN3 6SJ, WN3 6SF, WN3 6SG, WN3 6RU, WN3 6RS, WN3 6SH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN3 6RR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.3% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -0.7% |
| Male | 50% | 49.7% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 0.7% |
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 6RR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56.8% 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 | 23.4% | 31.3% | 7.9% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.8% | 56.8% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 12.6% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 6.9% | 0.8% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 3.9% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 43.9% | 44.9% | 1.0% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 39.7% | 38% | -1.7% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 11.9% | 11.9% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -0.8% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 4% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 16.1% | 15.8% | -0.3% | 18.2% | -2.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 14.6% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 5.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.9% | 17.7% | -2.2% | 13.4% | 4.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.5% | 6.9% | 0.4% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.8% | 17.3% | 3.5% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 25.4% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -8.4% |
| Other | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 98.7% | 99% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 17.6% |
In this area, 99.7% 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 | 99.7% | 99.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99.7% | 99.7% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 16.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 9.8% | -9.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| No passport held | 10.9% | 13.5% | -2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.2% | 37.2% | -14.0% |
| Christian | 72.5% | 46.2% | 26.3% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Thoresby Close was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Winstanley 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 -13.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Thoresby Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-03-04 | £196,194 |
| 20 Thoresby Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £184,500 | 2021-06-25 | £232,056 |
| 11 Thoresby Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2018-01-17 | £155,228 |
| 15 Thoresby Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2014-12-08 | £157,837 |
| 12 Thoresby Close, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £112,500 | 2012-08-17 | £206,217 |
WN3 6RR 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 | 115 |
| Retired | 63 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 32 |
| Education | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Other | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 4,107 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marus Bridge Primary School Kelvin Grove , Marus Bridge WN3 6SP | 3out of 4 | 328 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Paul's Church of England Primary School Warrington Road , Goose Green WN3 6SB | 4out of 4 | 385 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Aidan's Catholic Primary School, Wigan Holmes House Avenue , Winstanley WN3 6EE | 4out of 4 | 691 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Winstanley Community Primary School Tanhouse Drive , Winstanley WN3 6JP | 4out of 4 | 1,084 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield St Matthew's Church of England Primary School Billinge Road , Pemberton WN3 6BL | 2out of 4 | 1,193 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 | 1,744 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Wigan , Greenhey WN5 0DQ | 2out of 4 | 2,969 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 | 3,365 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic High School Howards Lane , Orrell WN5 8NU | 3out of 4 | 3,658 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Cansfield High School Old Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9TP | 3out of 4 | 3,754 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Winstanley College Winstanley Road , Billinge WN5 7XF | - not rated | 3,111 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigan and Leigh College PO Box 53 , Parson's Walk WN1 1RS | - not rated | 3,392 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College Gathurst Road , Orrell WN5 0LJ | - not rated | 4,632 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 | 384 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 1,355 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Landgate School, Bryn Landgate Lane , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 0EP | 3out of 4 | 2,077 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| TMP Studios CIC 830 Ormskirk Road , Pemberton WN5 8EX | - not rated | 2,442 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 3,679 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Grange Cafe | Kelvin Grove, Wigan | 256 yd | |
| Highfield Grange Pre-School | Highfield Grange Avenue, Winstanley | 273 yd | |
| Freemasons Arms | 1-6 Clapgate Lane, Wigan | 341 yd | |
| Bumblebees @ St Pauls | Warrington Road, Wigan | 347 yd | |
| Wellspring | St. Pauls C of E Junior & Infant School, Warrington Road | 398 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Inn | Bentinck Street, Wigan | 488 yd | |
| The Goose Green | 143 Little Lane, Wigan | 841 yd | |
| Real Ale Revolution | Holmes House Avenue, Wigan | 850 yd | |
| St Judes Parish Centre | Poolstock Lane, Worsley Mesnes | 1,006 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Miami Pizza | 16 Clapgate Lane, Wigan | 299 yd | |
| Sylhet Spice | 14 Clapgate Lane, Wigan | 303 yd | |
| The Fish at Goose Green | 12 Clapgate Lane, Wigan | 307 yd | |
| Yates Fish & Chip Shop | 494 Warrington Road, Wigan | 411 yd | |
| Pomodoro Pizza | 32 St Pauls Avenue, Wigan | 716 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily (formerly McColls) | 18 Clapgate Lane, Wigan | 303 yd | |
| Asda | Worthington Way, Wigan | 522 yd | |
| Iceland | Worthington Way, Wigan | 522 yd | |
| Sainsburys | Worthington Way, Wigan | 522 yd | |
| Co-operative Group | 73 Holmes House Avenue, Wigan | 850 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hope School (Closed) Kelvin Grove | 314 yd | |
| Marus Bridge Primary School KELVIN GROVE | grass pitches | 331 yd |
| St Aidan'S Rc School HOLMES HOUSE AVENUE | grass pitches | 721 yd |
| Total Fitness (Wigan) WARRINGTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 900 yd |
| Little Lane Playing Field LITTLE LANE VETERINARY CLINIC LITTLE LANE VETERINARY CLINIC LITTLE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 985 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 | 45.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 113 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.