Heyford Road is in Wigan and in Wigan district. WN5 0RJ 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 Heyford Road, Wigan, WN5 0RJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN5 0RL, WN5 0QH, WN5 0RH, WN5 0QJ, WN5 0QW, WN5 0QQ, WN5 0QG, WN5 0RQ, WN5 0QN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WN5 0RJ 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 | 48.4% | 49.3% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 51.6% | 50.7% | -0.9% | 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 area around WN5 0RJ, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 51.8% 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 | 52.2% | 51.8% | -0.4% | 37.9% | 13.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 24.4% | 27.1% | 2.7% | 44.2% | -17.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 4% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 13.9% | 10.6% | -3.3% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 6% | 6% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
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 | 45.5% | 33.5% | -12.0% | 48.4% | -14.9% |
| Good health | 27.6% | 39.2% | 11.6% | 33.6% | 5.6% |
| Fair health | 16.5% | 19.4% | 2.9% | 12.7% | 6.7% |
| Bad health | 9% | 5.8% | -3.2% | 4.0% | 1.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 0RJ this area, 36.3% 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 15.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 42.3% | 36.3% | -6.0% | 18.2% | 18.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.4% | 13.7% | -6.7% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 15.7% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 2.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 5.4% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 11.3% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.5% | 15.2% | 9.7% | 33.8% | -18.6% |
| Other | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.1% | 1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.9% | 96% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 92.8% 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% | 92.8% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| European Union | 0% | 5.4% | 5.4% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 92.4% | -6.5% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.6% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 2.9% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.3% | 76.7% | -18.4% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 4% | 1.3% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 3.6% | 1.5% | 2.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 32.7% | 13.5% | 19.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.7% | 37.2% | 8.5% |
| Christian | 46.4% | 46.2% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 2.5% | 6.5% | -4.0% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heyford 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 -18.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Heyford Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2024-12-18 | £129,477 |
| 16 Heyford Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £138,000 | 2024-09-23 | £144,688 |
| 20 Heyford Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £58,000 | 2020-05-07 | £85,986 |
| 16 Heyford Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £100,000 | 2019-08-13 | £149,086 |
| 8 Heyford Road, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £87,500 | 2019-07-26 | £130,450 |
WN5 0RJ 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 | 66 |
| Retired | 28 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Education | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 3,253 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 | 170 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Community School Montrose Avenue , Pemberton WN5 9XN | 4out of 4 | 784 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Catholic Primary School Wigan Thorburn Road , Norley Hall WN5 9LW | 3out of 4 | 1,215 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's CofE Primary School Alexandra Street , Newtown WN5 9DS | 1out of 4 | 1,448 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigan St Andrew's CofE Junior and Infant School Mort Street , Springfield WN6 7AU | 3out of 4 | 1,476 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Baytree Road , Springfield WN6 7RN | 3out of 4 | 1,622 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Wigan , Greenhey WN5 0DQ | 2out of 4 | 1,716 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 | 2,272 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic High School Howards Lane , Orrell WN5 8NU | 3out of 4 | 2,434 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkley Hall High School Carr Lane , Hawkley Hall WN3 5NY | 3out of 4 | 3,916 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 2,166 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigan and Leigh College PO Box 53 , Parson's Walk WN1 1RS | - not rated | 2,471 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winstanley College Winstanley Road , Billinge WN5 7XF | - not rated | 3,892 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 | 1,890 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 2,190 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 2,524 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope School Kelvin Grove , Marus Bridge WN3 6SP | 4out of 4 | 3,533 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Fishery CIC The Nook , Appley Bridge WN6 9JB | - not rated | 4,229 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| MARSH GREEN PRIMARY (Wrap around care) and Young Explorers | Kitt Green Road, Wigan | 274 yd | |
| Starbucks | 506 Scot Lane, Wigan | 470 yd | |
| Subway Scot Lane | 506 Scot Lane, Wigan | 470 yd | |
| Melis Mediterranean Restaurant & Bar | 533 Scot Lane, Wigan | 475 yd | |
| Ninja Warrior UK Wigan | Stadium Way, Wigan | 689 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Thomas's Labour Club | Comet Road, Norley | 584 yd | |
| Wily Fox Brewery | 1-3 Kellett Close, Martland Park | 637 yd | |
| Wigan St Cuthberts & Norley Hall Sports & Community Club | Montrose Avenue, Wigan | 915 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marsh Green Fish & Chips | 54 Marsh Green, Wigan | 280 yd | |
| Master Wok | 107 Kitt Green Road, Wigan | 656 yd | |
| Florancia's | 105 Kitt Green Road, Wigan | 709 yd | |
| Pizza Hut | 2 Anjou Boulevard, Wigan | 777 yd | |
| Lawtons Fish & Chips | 22 Logwood Avenue, Worsley Hall | 851 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Daily | 58-60 Marsh Green, Wigan | 280 yd | |
| Cheethams Stores | 248-250 Scot Lane, Wigan | 714 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Scot Lane Playing Field SCOT LANE | grass pitches | 540 yd |
| Powerleague Soccerdome (Wigan) JJB SOCCER DOME JJB SOCCER DOME STADIUM WAY | artificial grass pitch | 651 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Wigan) STADIUM WAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 681 yd |
| Wigan St Cuthberts Arlfc MONTROSE AVENUE | grass pitches | 695 yd |
| Montrose School (Closed) Montrose Avenue | 743 yd | |
| Central Park MONTROSE AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite | 798 yd |
| Pendeck @ Kingsdown High School (Closed) Montrose Avenue | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 799 yd |
| Jd Gyms (Wigan) ROBIN PARK | health and fitness suite | 887 yd |
| Robin Park Leisure Centre Robin Park | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 911 yd |
| Dw Stadium ROBIN PARK | grass pitches | 1,000 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 | 75 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 90 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.