Hornbeam Crescent is in Ashton In Makerfield, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN4 8QW is located in the Ashton-in-Makerfield South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Makerfield. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hornbeam Crescent, Ashton In Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 8QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN4 8QQ, WN4 8AA, WN4 8PF, WN4 8QU, WN4 8AD, WN4 8PG, WN4 8PA, WN4 8PD, WN4 8QZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WN4 8QW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.3% 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 | 49.8% | 52.3% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 1.3% |
| Male | 50.2% | 47.7% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -1.3% |
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 | 25.8% | 31.8% | 6.0% | 37.9% | -6.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.3% | 49.6% | -2.7% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 1.2% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 9.7% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 0.6% |
| Widowed | 9% | 7.8% | -1.2% | 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 | 47.9% | 49.7% | 1.8% | 48.4% | 1.3% |
| Good health | 34% | 34.6% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 1.0% |
| Fair health | 15.2% | 12.1% | -3.1% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -1.0% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 17.6% | 16.5% | -1.1% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 6.9% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -2.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 13.5% | -1.7% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.5% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.3% | 23.8% | 3.5% | 16.9% | 6.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.3% | 29.2% | -2.1% | 33.8% | -4.6% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.5% | 0.4% | 2.8% | 0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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 | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 100% | 99.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 98% 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 | 99.4% | 98% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -4.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 99% | 98% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.2% | 76.7% | 10.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 11.4% | 13.5% | -2.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.1% | 37.2% | -9.1% |
| Christian | 68.2% | 46.2% | 22.0% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 3.3% | 6.0% | -2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hornbeam Crescent was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Ashton-in-Makerfield South 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 -17.2%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Hornbeam Crescent, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2023-05-26 | £143,178 |
| 6 Hornbeam Crescent, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-09-17 | £176,478 |
| 5 Hornbeam Crescent, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2019-03-22 | £167,980 |
| 1 Hornbeam Crescent, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £109,995 | 2015-09-25 | £183,854 |
| 6 Hornbeam Crescent, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £124,950 | 2007-10-31 | £195,978 |
WN4 8QW 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WN4 8QW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 96 |
| Retired | 84 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 30 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas CofE Primary School Hodnet Drive , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 8PQ | 3out of 4 | 394 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Oswald's Catholic Primary School Council Avenue , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9AZ | 3out of 4 | 427 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| R L Hughes Primary School Mayfield Street , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9QL | 3out of 4 | 645 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nicol Mere School Roman Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 8DF | 4out of 4 | 1,078 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School Golborne Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 8SJ | 3out of 4 | 1,133 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cansfield High School Old Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9TP | 3out of 4 | 758 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School, Ashton-in-Makerfield Rookery Avenue , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9PF | 3out of 4 | 929 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Byrchall High School Warrington Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9PQ | 2out of 4 | 1,080 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Academy Ashton Road , WA12 0AQ | 3out of 4 | 3,504 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Golborne High School Lowton Road , Golborne WA3 3EL | 3out of 4 | 3,735 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willow Grove Primary School Willow Grove , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 8XF | 4out of 4 | 1,589 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Landgate School, Bryn Landgate Lane , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 0EP | 3out of 4 | 2,309 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parks School Market Street , Hindley WN2 3AN | - not rated | 3,502 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope School Kelvin Grove , Marus Bridge WN3 6SP | 4out of 4 | 4,001 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Learning Community Moss Lane , Platt Bridge WN2 3TL | 3out of 4 | 5,005 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mama Mia | 109 Bolton Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 172 yd | |
| Green Cardamom | 4 Wigan Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 263 yd | |
| Sweet Ting | 6 Gerard Street, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 303 yd | |
| Andys All Day Breakfast | 16 Gerard Street, Ashton in Makerfield | 336 yd | |
| Rosés kitchen | 29 Garswood Street, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 376 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robin Hood | 1 Bolton Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 108 yd | |
| Presidential American Bar | 2 Chapel Street, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 177 yd | |
| The Vinyard Cocktail Bar Ltd | 15 Wigan Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 237 yd | |
| Queens | 35 Wigan Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 249 yd | |
| Plantation Bar & Grill | 35 Wigan Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 249 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Boston Takeaway | 5 Wigan Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 248 yd | |
| Bad Boys | 7 Wigan Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 249 yd | |
| Crazy Foods | 21 Wigan Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 249 yd | |
| Tasty Bite | 2a Wigan Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 263 yd | |
| Mega Bites | 38 Garswood Street, Ashton | 321 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 5 Princess Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 313 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King George V Playing Fields FAIRVIEW CLOSE | grass pitches | 160 yd |
| Lou'S Weight (Ladies Only) (Closed) Gerard Street | health and fitness suite | 437 yd |
| St. Oswalds Catholic Primary School Council Avenue | grass pitches | 492 yd |
| Extreme Fitness (Closed) Old School Building Old School Building Heath Road | health and fitness suite | 586 yd |
| R L Hughes Primary School MAYFIELD STREET | grass pitches | 731 yd |
| Cansfield High School OLD ROAD | grass pitches | 820 yd |
| Ashton Town Afc KILBURN AVENUE | grass pitches | 865 yd |
| Ashton Leisure Centre Old Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 917 yd |
| St Edmund Arrowsmith Catholic High School ROOKERY AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 960 yd |
| St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School GOLBORNE ROAD | grass pitches | 1,031 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 79.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 62.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.