Britannia Road is in Wigan and in Wigan district. WN5 0EN is located in the Pemberton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wigan. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Britannia Road, Wigan, WN5 0EN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN5 0ER, WN5 0EW, WN5 0EP, WN5 0EL, WN5 0HL, WN5 0HP, WN5 0EH, WN5 0ES, WN5 0HJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN5 0EN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.7% | 51.9% | 1.2% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49.3% | 48.1% | -1.2% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around WN5 0EN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 43% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 48.8% | 43% | -5.8% | 37.9% | 5.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.4% | 37.1% | 9.7% | 44.2% | -7.1% |
| Separated | 5% | 3.2% | -1.8% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 9% | 11.8% | 2.8% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 10% | 4.8% | -5.2% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (67.3%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 42.5% | 36.4% | -6.1% | 48.4% | -12.0% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 30.9% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -2.7% |
| Fair health | 16% | 22.5% | 6.5% | 12.7% | 9.8% |
| Bad health | 9% | 7.2% | -1.8% | 4.0% | 3.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 1.2% | 1.8% |
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.
In the area around WN5 0EN this area, 37.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 13%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 47.8% | 37.3% | -10.5% | 18.2% | 19.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.9% | 13.5% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 3.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.4% | 15.7% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.5% | 3.8% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8% | 10.8% | 2.8% | 16.9% | -6.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 5% | 13% | 8.0% | 33.8% | -20.8% |
| Other | 2.5% | 5.9% | 3.4% | 2.8% | 3.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.0% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 97.8% | 84.8% | -13.0% | 81.4% | 3.4% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0% | 4.2% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 2.6% |
In this area, 88.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 97.4% | 88.2% | -9.2% | 83.2% | 5.0% |
| European Union | 0.7% | 4.2% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 5.1% | 3.6% | 5.6% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97% | 87.8% | -9.2% | 83.2% | 4.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.6% | 7.6% | 9.8% | -2.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 2.9% | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.9% | 76.7% | -15.8% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Lithuania | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Middle East | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 31.5% | 13.5% | 18.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35% | 37.2% | -2.2% |
| Christian | 55.7% | 46.2% | 9.5% |
| Hindu | 1.3% | 1.7% | -0.4% |
| Muslim | 5.1% | 6.5% | -1.4% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.1% | 6.0% | -3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Britannia Road 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.7%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Britannia Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2022-07-18 | £99,791 |
| 16 Britannia Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £92,000 | 2021-02-10 | £121,900 |
| 27 Britannia Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £62,000 | 2019-10-17 | £92,956 |
| 18 Britannia Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £87,000 | 2019-10-04 | £130,378 |
| 18 Britannia Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2014-05-01 | £151,773 |
| Full-Time Employee | 42 |
| Retired | 40 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 23 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Other | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Education | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical 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 | 4,167 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marsh Green Primary School Kitt Green Road , Marsh Green WN5 0EF | 3out of 4 | 747 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Community School Montrose Avenue , Pemberton WN5 9XN | 4out of 4 | 924 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Orrell Lamberhead Green Academy Kershaw Street , Orrell WN5 0AW | 4out of 4 | 1,052 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's CofE Primary School Church Street , Pemberton WN5 0DT | 3out of 4 | 1,249 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Wigan Thorburn Road , Norley Hall WN5 9LW | 3out of 4 | 1,293 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dean Trust Wigan , Greenhey WN5 0DQ | 2out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic High School Howards Lane , Orrell WN5 8NU | 3out of 4 | 1,579 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Baytree Road , Springfield WN6 7RN | 3out of 4 | 2,420 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Deanery Church of England High School and Sixth Form College Frog Lane , WN1 1HQ | 3out of 4 | 3,181 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Up Holland High School Sandbrook Road , Orrell WN5 7AL | 3out of 4 | 3,540 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College Gathurst Road , Orrell WN5 0LJ | - not rated | 1,366 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winstanley College Winstanley Road , Billinge WN5 7XF | - not rated | 3,322 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigan and Leigh College PO Box 53 , Parson's Walk WN1 1RS | - not rated | 3,376 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TMP Studios CIC 830 Ormskirk Road , Pemberton WN5 8EX | - not rated | 1,426 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 2,739 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 3,439 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope School Kelvin Grove , Marus Bridge WN3 6SP | 4out of 4 | 3,783 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Fishery CIC The Nook , Appley Bridge WN6 9JB | - not rated | 3,809 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Olive Catering (at Heinz) | 5 Spring Road, Kitt Green | 76 yd | |
| MARSH GREEN PRIMARY (Wrap around care) and Young Explorers | Kitt Green Road, Wigan | 651 yd | |
| C-TEC (Computionics Limited) | Challenge Way, Martland Park | 779 yd | |
| Elior - Wincanton - Heinz Wigan | Fourmarts Road, Martland Park | 818 yd | |
| Mrs Jenkins Travelling Tearoom Bakes | Montrose Avenue, Wigan | 848 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas's Labour Club | Comet Road, Norley | 365 yd | |
| Norley Hall Cricket Club | City Road, Wigan | 461 yd | |
| Kitt Green Tavern | 230 City Road, Wigan | 477 yd | |
| Wigan St Cuthberts & Norley Hall Sports & Community Club | Montrose Avenue, Wigan | 621 yd | |
| Old Springs | Spring Road, Orrell | 728 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Florancia's | 105 Kitt Green Road, Wigan | 209 yd | |
| Master Wok | 107 Kitt Green Road, Wigan | 261 yd | |
| Kitt Green Chippy | 228a City Road, Wigan | 477 yd | |
| Norley Hall Fish Bar | 83 Norley Hall Avenue, Wigan | 923 yd | |
| Marsh Green Fish & Chips | 54 Marsh Green, Wigan | 1,033 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spar | 228a City Road, Wigan | 477 yd | |
| Smartchoices | 83-85 City Road, Wigan | 705 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 58-60 Marsh Green, Wigan | 1,033 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Norley Hall Cricket Club NORLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 530 yd |
| Pendeck @ Kingsdown High School (Closed) Montrose Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 557 yd |
| Central Park MONTROSE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 558 yd |
| Wigan St Cuthberts Arlfc MONTROSE AVENUE | grass pitches | 738 yd |
| Montrose School (Closed) Montrose Avenue | 837 yd | |
| Dean Trust Wigan GREENHEY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,053 yd |
| Orrell Lamberhead Green Community Primary School KERSHAW STREET | grass pitches | 1,082 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 | 90.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.3% |
| 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 | 48.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 66.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.