Fleming Drive is in Ashton In Makerfield, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN4 8TX 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 Fleming Drive, Ashton In Makerfield, Wigan, WN4 8TX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN4 8RX, WN4 8RZ, WN4 8SF, WN4 8RY, WN4 8SN, WN4 8SG, WN4 8SW, WN4 8RR, WN4 8RS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WN4 8TX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.9% 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 | 48.1% | 49.1% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -1.9% |
| Male | 51.9% | 50.9% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 1.9% |
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 WN4 8TX there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 63.7% 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 | 22.3% | 28.9% | 6.6% | 37.9% | -9.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.5% | 63.7% | -3.8% | 44.2% | 19.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 4.5% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -4.6% |
| Widowed | 3% | 2.3% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 64.5% | 56.9% | -7.6% | 48.4% | 8.5% |
| Good health | 26.3% | 33% | 6.7% | 33.6% | -0.6% |
| Fair health | 7% | 8.6% | 1.6% | 12.7% | -4.1% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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.
In the area around WN4 8TX this area, 6.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.3% | 6.1% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -12.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.6% | 6.1% | -4.5% | 9.6% | -3.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.5% | 16.7% | -4.8% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.3% | 8.7% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 3.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 24.5% | 24.1% | -0.4% | 16.9% | 7.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 25.7% | 35.4% | 9.7% | 33.8% | 1.6% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.4% 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% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Other Black | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.9% | 97.4% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 16.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 97.7% 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 | 98.1% | 97.7% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 97% | 97.7% | 0.7% | 83.2% | 14.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 76.7% | 15.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 6.5% | 13.5% | -7.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 17.1% | 37.2% | -20.1% |
| Christian | 78.2% | 46.2% | 32.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fleming Drive 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 remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 11.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Fleming Drive, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2023-08-30 | £418,495 |
| 2 Fleming Drive, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-05-05 | £362,045 |
| 23 Fleming Drive, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2020-06-19 | £417,720 |
| 4 Fleming Drive, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £173,000 | 2013-10-25 | £312,459 |
| 23 Fleming Drive, Wigan, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £249,999 | 2012-02-10 | £477,516 |
WN4 8TX 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 | 150 |
| Retired | 52 |
| Part-Time Employee | 45 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Construction | 20 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 16 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Other | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School Golborne Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 8SJ | 3out of 4 | 411 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas CofE Primary School Hodnet Drive , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 8PQ | 3out of 4 | 419 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 | 1,133 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| R L Hughes Primary School Mayfield Street , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9QL | 3out of 4 | 1,353 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Nicol Mere School Roman Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 8DF | 4out of 4 | 1,394 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,322 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 | 1,451 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Byrchall High School Warrington Road , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 9PQ | 2out of 4 | 1,597 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Golborne High School Lowton Road , Golborne WA3 3EL | 3out of 4 | 3,165 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope Academy Ashton Road , WA12 0AQ | 3out of 4 | 3,621 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | 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 | 901 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Landgate School, Bryn Landgate Lane , Ashton-in-Makerfield WN4 0EP | 3out of 4 | 2,506 yd | Community special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parks School Market Street , Hindley WN2 3AN | - not rated | 3,201 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope School Kelvin Grove , Marus Bridge WN3 6SP | 4out of 4 | 4,124 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Learning Community Moss Lane , Platt Bridge WN2 3TL | 3out of 4 | 4,475 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 | 562 yd | |
| Sweet Surrender Cakes | 789 yd | ||
| The Eagle & Child | 233 Heath Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 906 yd | |
| The Brunch Box | 2 Conway Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 911 yd | |
| Sweet Ting | 6 Gerard Street, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 959 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashton Town F C | Edge Green Street, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 257 yd | |
| Stubshaw Cross Community & Sports Club | Walter Street, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 429 yd | |
| Robin Hood | 1 Bolton Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 790 yd | |
| Presidential American Bar | 2 Chapel Street, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 813 yd | |
| The Vinyard Cocktail Bar Ltd | 15 Wigan Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 922 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hong Kong Kitchen | 192 Bolton Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 309 yd | |
| Mather's Sandwich Bar | 157 Bolton Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 364 yd | |
| Ming Garden | 10-12 Conway Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 911 yd | |
| Boston Takeaway | 5 Wigan Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 946 yd | |
| Bad Boys | 7 Wigan Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 952 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | 5 Princess Road, Ashton-In-Makerfield | 788 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ashton Town Afc KILBURN AVENUE | grass pitches | 164 yd |
| St Wilfrids Catholic Primary School GOLBORNE ROAD | grass pitches | 307 yd |
| King George V Playing Fields FAIRVIEW CLOSE | grass pitches | 869 yd |
| Extreme Fitness (Closed) Old School Building Old School Building Heath Road | health and fitness suite | 999 yd |
| Lou'S Weight (Ladies Only) (Closed) Gerard Street | health and fitness suite | 1,080 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 | 200 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 352.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.