Scot Lane is in Wigan and in Wigan district. WN5 9TA 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 Scot Lane, Wigan, WN5 9TA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN5 9SZ, WN5 9ST, WN5 9SJ, WN5 9SW, WN5 9SX, WN5 0QE, WN5 9SA, WN5 0PH, WN5 9RW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WN5 9TA is primarily male, with 53.4% of the population 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% | 46.6% | -1.4% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 52% | 53.4% | 1.4% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
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 9TA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 46.2% 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 | 39.4% | 46.2% | 6.8% | 37.9% | 8.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 29.8% | -3.5% | 44.2% | -14.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 4.7% | 4.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 13.5% | 11.7% | -1.8% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 9.1% | 7.4% | -1.7% | 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 (68.9%) 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 | 36.2% | 36.1% | -0.1% | 48.4% | -12.3% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 32.8% | -1.5% | 33.6% | -0.8% |
| Fair health | 18.2% | 20.5% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 7.8% |
| Bad health | 8.3% | 9.1% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 5.1% |
| Very bad health | 2.9% | 1.5% | -1.4% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 9TA this area, 29.5% 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 16.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.1% | 29.5% | -13.6% | 18.2% | 11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.8% | 14.4% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 4.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.2% | 15.4% | -0.8% | 13.4% | 2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 5.4% | 4.7% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.1% | 15.1% | 4.0% | 16.9% | -1.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 6.7% | 16.4% | 9.7% | 33.8% | -17.4% |
| Other | 4.4% | 3.7% | -0.7% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 3.8% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.9% | 92.3% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 10.9% |
| Arab | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 96.8% | 91.1% | -5.7% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 0.5% | 4.1% | 3.6% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.5% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 2.7% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96% | 90.9% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 7.7% | 7.2% | 9.8% | -2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.3% | 76.7% | -2.4% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 20.1% | 13.5% | 6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 57.9% | 46.2% | 11.7% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 2.1% | 6.5% | -4.4% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Scot 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. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 304 Scot Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2024-12-18 | £108,761 |
| 284 Scot Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £149,000 | 2024-06-28 | £160,554 |
| 284 Scot Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £99,000 | 2013-05-24 | £188,153 |
| 300 Scot Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £82,000 | 2012-01-27 | £159,238 |
| 286 Scot Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £56,000 | 2011-07-28 | £109,144 |
| Full-Time Employee | 105 |
| Retired | 56 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Unemployed | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 15 |
| Education | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate 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 | 2,762 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 | 727 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westfield Community School Montrose Avenue , Pemberton WN5 9XN | 4out of 4 | 917 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mark's CofE Primary School Alexandra Street , Newtown WN5 9DS | 1out of 4 | 957 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 | 1,176 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 | 1,210 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 1,497 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 | 1,761 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Wigan , Greenhey WN5 0DQ | 2out of 4 | 2,057 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic High School Howards Lane , Orrell WN5 8NU | 3out of 4 | 2,849 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hawkley Hall High School Carr Lane , Hawkley Hall WN3 5NY | 3out of 4 | 3,418 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,951 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College Gathurst Road , Orrell WN5 0LJ | - not rated | 2,729 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Winstanley College Winstanley Road , Billinge WN5 7XF | - not rated | 4,060 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 1,732 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 2,039 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| TMP Studios CIC 830 Ormskirk Road , Pemberton WN5 8EX | - not rated | 2,089 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Hope School Kelvin Grove , Marus Bridge WN3 6SP | 4out of 4 | 3,201 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Fishery CIC The Nook , Appley Bridge WN6 9JB | - not rated | 4,744 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Robin | 1 Anjou Boulevard, Wigan | 214 yd | |
| Taco Bell | Unit 6 12 Anjou Boulevard, Robin Park Road | 264 yd | |
| Club 3000 Bingo Wigan | 8 Anjou Boulevard, Wigan | 274 yd | |
| Ninja Warrior UK Wigan | Stadium Way, Wigan | 410 yd | |
| Phoenix 2021 Ltd | Stadium Way, Wigan | 410 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Newtown Working Mens Club | Anson Street, Wigan | 894 yd | |
| Prince of Wales Hotel | 202 Woodhouse Lane, Wigan | 949 yd | |
| Belle Vue Inn | 210 Woodhouse Lane, Wigan | 949 yd | |
| The Douglas Bank | 213-215 Woodhouse Lane, Wigan | 949 yd | |
| Queen Arms | 9 Harrison Street, Wigan | 1,070 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pizza Hut | 2 Anjou Boulevard, Wigan | 214 yd | |
| The Red Dragon | 191 Scot Lane, Wigan | 410 yd | |
| Lawtons Fish & Chips | 22 Logwood Avenue, Worsley Hall | 625 yd | |
| Marsh Green Fish & Chips | 54 Marsh Green, Wigan | 689 yd | |
| Alborz | 71 Ormskirk Road, Wigan | 991 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cheethams Stores | 248-250 Scot Lane, Wigan | 178 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 4 Loire Drive, Robin Park | 591 yd | |
| Morrisons Daily | 58-60 Marsh Green, Wigan | 690 yd | |
| Asda Hypermarket | Soho Street, Newtown | 808 yd | |
| Aldi | Scot Lane, Newtown | 923 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Robin Park Leisure Centre Robin Park | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, indoor tennis centre, tennis courts | 350 yd |
| Jd Gyms (Wigan) ROBIN PARK | health and fitness suite | 351 yd |
| Scot Lane Playing Field SCOT LANE | grass pitches | 362 yd |
| Powerleague Soccerdome (Wigan) JJB SOCCER DOME JJB SOCCER DOME STADIUM WAY | artificial grass pitch | 373 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Wigan) STADIUM WAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 467 yd |
| Dw Stadium ROBIN PARK | grass pitches | 508 yd |
| St. Edwards Catholic Primary School (Closed) Scot Lane | grass pitches | 566 yd |
| Laithwaite Park Scot Lane | grass pitches | 615 yd |
| Jjb Fitness Club (Wigan 2) (Closed) Robin Park | health and fitness suite | 701 yd |
| St Thomas More Catholic High School (Closed) Wood Street | grass pitches | 764 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 | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 75.0% |
| 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 | 18.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 25.0% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 152.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.