Tunstall Lane is in Wigan and in Wigan district. WN5 9HP is located in the Douglas electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wigan. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Tunstall Lane, Wigan, WN5 9HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN5 9HW, WN5 9HR, WN5 9HS, WN5 9HD, WN5 9HA, WN5 9JA, WN5 9ET, WN5 9HB, WN5 9HZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WN5 9HP 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 | 50.6% | 49.3% | -1.3% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 49.4% | 50.7% | 1.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.7% | 38.7% | -1.0% | 37.9% | 0.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44% | 39.8% | -4.2% | 44.2% | -4.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 3.2% | 5.5% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 3.3% |
| Divorced | 9% | 11.3% | 2.3% | 9.1% | 2.2% |
| Widowed | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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 | 52.4% | 48.4% | -4.0% | 48.4% | 0.0% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 36.5% | 3.3% | 33.6% | 2.9% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 11.8% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 2% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -2.0% |
| 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.
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 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.3% | 23.5% | 2.2% | 18.2% | 5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.7% | 12.9% | -8.8% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13% | 16.1% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 7.8% | 2.0% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 15.3% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.4% | 22% | -0.4% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.4% | -0.5% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Pakistani | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.4% | 95.7% | -1.7% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 97.1% | 94.1% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 6.1% | -4.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.8% | 94.1% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 3.6% | 3.0% | 9.8% | -6.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 0.3% | -1.8% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 1.9% | -0.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.5% | 76.7% | 7.8% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.3% | 1.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 11.2% | 13.5% | -2.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 23.7% | 37.2% | -13.5% |
| Christian | 70.7% | 46.2% | 24.5% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Not answered | 3.9% | 6.0% | -2.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Tunstall Lane 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.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61 Tunstall Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2025-03-12 | £129,257 |
| 82 Tunstall Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2024-10-24 | £142,734 |
| 72 Tunstall Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £83,400 | 2024-09-24 | £86,122 |
| 59 Tunstall Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £90,000 | 2023-08-24 | £96,270 |
| 77 Tunstall Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2023-07-21 | £118,392 |
WN5 9HP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 104 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 46 |
| Manufacturing | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Education | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| 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 | 3,652 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Highfield St Matthew's Church of England Primary School Billinge Road , Pemberton WN3 6BL | 3out of 4 | 552 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Highfield St Matthew's CofE Primary School Billinge Road , Pemberton WN3 6BL | - not rated | 552 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's RC Junior School Thorburn Road , Norley Hall WN5 9LW | - not rated | 727 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Cuthbert's Infant School Thorburn Road , Norley Hall WN5 9LW | - not rated | 727 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 | 727 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint Thomas More Catholic High School Robin Park Road , Newtown WN5 0UQ | - not rated | 1,364 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| PEMBEC High School Montrose Avenue , Pemberton WN5 9XL | - not rated | 1,374 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abraham Guest Academy Greenhey , Orrell WN5 0DQ | - not rated | 1,755 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abraham Guest High School Green Hey , Orrell WN5 0DQ | - not rated | 1,756 yd | Foundation school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Wigan , Greenhey WN5 0DQ | 2out of 4 | 1,760 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gidlow Middle School Buckley Street West , WN6 7PQ | - not rated | 3,127 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Whelley Middle School Moore Street , Whelley WN1 3XX | - not rated | 4,165 yd | Community school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wigan and Leigh College PO Box 53 , Parson's Walk WN1 1RS | - not rated | 2,818 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winstanley College Winstanley Road , Billinge WN5 7XF | - not rated | 2,855 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College Gathurst Road , Orrell WN5 0LJ | - not rated | 3,299 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summit Centre Billenge Road , Highfield WN3 6BL | - not rated | 698 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , WN3 5XF | - not rated | 1,050 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montrose School Montrose Avenue , Pemberton WN5 9XN | - not rated | 1,158 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montrose School Montrose Avenue , Pemberton WN5 9XN | - not rated | 1,158 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Montrose Montrose Avenue , Pemberton WN5 9XN | - not rated | 1,158 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Primrose Farm | Queen Pit Road, Wigan | 652 yd | |
| Venture | 325 Billinge Road, Wigan | 697 yd | |
| CK Bakes | 41 Smethurst Lane, Norley | 765 yd | |
| Wigan GP Alliance | 17 Beecham Court, Wigan | 775 yd | |
| The Hub Cafe | Victoria Street, Wigan | 881 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Hotel | 273 Billinge Road, Highfield | 337 yd | |
| Newtown & Central Conservative Club Ltd | 359 Ormskirk Road, Pemberton | 405 yd | |
| Highfield Cricket Club | Billinge Road, Wigan | 697 yd | |
| The Goose Green | 143 Little Lane, Wigan | 800 yd | |
| New Inn | Bentinck Street, Wigan | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chopsticks | 25 Tunstall Lane, Wigan | 129 yd | |
| Wonder Wok Chinese Takeaway | 276 Billinge Road, Wigan | 337 yd | |
| Pemberton Balti House | 10 Bulteel Street, Wigan | 370 yd | |
| Munchies | 16 Bulteel Street, Wigan | 439 yd | |
| Enfield Street Chippy | 52 Enfield Street, Wigan | 516 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Budget Buddy | 12-14 Bulteel Street, Wigan | 439 yd | |
| Lidl Pemberton | 2 Chatsworth Street, Wigan | 760 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Highfield St. Matthews Primary School Billinge Road | grass pitches | 726 yd |
| Little Lane Playing Field LITTLE LANE VETERINARY CLINIC LITTLE LANE VETERINARY CLINIC LITTLE LANE | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 741 yd |
| Highfield Cricket Club Billinge Road | grass pitches | 784 yd |
| Rakukan Judo Club & Fitness Centre 227C 227C ORMSKIRK ROAD | health and fitness suite | 831 yd |
| Alexandra Park Playing Fields Victoria Street | grass pitches, tennis courts | 838 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 167.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.