Miles Lane is in Shevington, Wigan and in Wigan district. WN6 8EW is located in the Shevington with Lower Ground & Moor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wigan. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Miles Lane, Shevington, Wigan, WN6 8EW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WN6 8EW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 50.2% | 49.8% | -0.4% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 49.8% | 50.2% | 0.4% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 25.7% | 30% | 4.3% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.2% | 49.4% | -5.8% | 44.2% | 5.2% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 8.2% | 11.7% | 3.5% | 9.1% | 2.6% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 7.8% | -2.0% | 6.1% | 1.7% |
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 | 41.8% | 48.6% | 6.8% | 48.4% | 0.2% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 30.1% | -7.7% | 33.6% | -3.5% |
| Fair health | 14.2% | 13% | -1.2% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 6.9% | 1.1% | 4.0% | 2.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 21.3% | 16.2% | -5.1% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 8.4% | -5.8% | 9.6% | -1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 15.6% | -0.2% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 6.7% | 0.1% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.8% | 19% | 4.2% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 24% | 31.3% | 7.3% | 33.8% | -2.5% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 100% | 99.5% | -0.5% | 81.4% | 18.1% |
In this area, 99.1% 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 | 97.8% | 99.1% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.8% | 99.1% | 1.3% | 83.2% | 15.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 9.8% | -9.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 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 | 84.6% | 76.7% | 7.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Central and South America | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 14.5% | 13.5% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 62% | 46.2% | 15.8% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Miles Lane was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Shevington with Lower Ground & Moor 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 stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

Households in this area have a similar level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 55% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92 Miles Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2024-08-09 | £319,161 |
| 104 Miles Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2024-05-31 | £220,896 |
| 92 Miles Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £85,000 | 2024-02-21 | £93,570 |
| 77 Miles Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £230,225 | 2023-03-24 | £256,883 |
| 88 Miles Lane, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £197,000 | 2022-06-06 | £224,245 |
WN6 8EW 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 | 64 |
| Retired | 49 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Bernadette's Catholic Primary School Church Lane , Shevington WN6 8BD | 3out of 4 | 983 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shevington Vale Primary School Runshaw Avenue , Appley Bridge WN6 9JP | 3out of 4 | 1,148 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millbrook Primary School Elmfield , Shevington WN6 8DL | 3out of 4 | 1,498 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Appley Bridge All Saints Church of England Primary School Finch Lane , Appley Bridge WN6 9DT | 3out of 4 | 2,409 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Upholland Roby Mill CofE Voluntary Aided Primary School School Lane , Roby Mill WN8 0QR | 3out of 4 | 2,416 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Shevington High School Shevington Lane , Shevington WN6 8AB | 3out of 4 | 1,658 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Standish Community High School Kenyon Road , Standish WN6 0NX | 3out of 4 | 3,109 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Catholic High School Howards Lane , Orrell WN5 8NU | 3out of 4 | 3,702 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Wigan , Greenhey WN5 0DQ | 2out of 4 | 3,899 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Baytree Road , Springfield WN6 7RN | 3out of 4 | 4,002 yd | Voluntary aided 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 | 2,177 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fir Tree Fishery CIC The Nook , Appley Bridge WN6 9JB | - not rated | 570 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| My Life Learning C/O Thompson House , Pepper Lane WN6 0PP | - not rated | 3,420 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TMP Studios CIC 830 Ormskirk Road , Pemberton WN5 8EX | - not rated | 4,456 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Elm Tree Community Primary School Elmers Wood Road , Tanhouse WN8 6SA | 4out of 4 | 4,625 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franchise Catering @ Gathurst Golf Club | Miles Lane, Shevington | 2 yd | |
| The Dispensary | 38b Gathurst Lane, Shevington | 492 yd | |
| Shevington Village Kitchen | 2g Gathurst Lane, Shevington | 504 yd | |
| The Stirrup Cup, | Miles Lane, Shevington | 692 yd | |
| Juniper Bar and kitchen | 7 Church Lane, Shevington | 695 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gathurst Golf Club Ltd | Miles Lane, Shevington | 2 yd | |
| Plough & Harrow | Broad O' Th' Lane, Shevington | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jordans Fish & Chips | 10 Gathurst Lane, Shevington | 504 yd | |
| Manhattan Pizza | 4 Broad O Th Lane, Shevington | 591 yd | |
| Petra Pizza | 7 Broad O Th Lane, Shevington | 591 yd | |
| Dragon City | 9 Broad O Th Lane, Shevington | 591 yd | |
| Bombay | 14 Broad O Th Lane, Shevington | 591 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | Gathurst Lane, Shevington | 491 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Shevington Community Primary School MILES LANE | grass pitches | 119 yd |
| Gathurst Golf Club Ltd MILES LANE | golf | 138 yd |
| Shevington Recreational Ground SHEVINGTON YOUTH CLUB SHEVINGTON YOUTH CLUB HIGHFIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 571 yd |
| Shevington Community And Recreation Centre Vicarage Lane | grass pitches | 746 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 | 95.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.9% |
| 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 | 4.1% |
| Median download speed | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 145.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.