Yew Grove is in Wigan and in Wigan district. WN6 8NW is located in the Wigan West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wigan. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Yew Grove, Wigan, WN6 8NW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN6 8NH, WN6 8NJ, WN6 8NN, WN6 8NP, WN6 8NR, WN6 8RE, WN6 8RB, WN6 8NL, WN6 8RD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WN6 8NW has a slightly higher male population, with 52.3% 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 | 51.3% | 47.7% | -3.6% | 51.0% | -3.3% |
| Male | 48.7% | 52.3% | 3.6% | 49.0% | 3.3% |
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 | 37.1% | 39.5% | 2.4% | 37.9% | 1.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 39.1% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -5.1% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 12.3% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 6.3% | 6.8% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 0.7% |
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 | 48.4% | 44.9% | -3.5% | 48.4% | -3.5% |
| Good health | 26.3% | 26.8% | 0.5% | 33.6% | -6.8% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 20.2% | 4.4% | 12.7% | 7.5% |
| Bad health | 7.6% | 7.3% | -0.3% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 0.7% | -1.3% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 15.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.8% | 26.8% | -17.0% | 18.2% | 8.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.2% | 15% | -0.2% | 9.6% | 5.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.6% | 19.1% | -0.5% | 13.4% | 5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.9% | 9.1% | 8.2% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 13.6% | 2.9% | 16.9% | -3.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 5.8% | 15.5% | 9.7% | 33.8% | -18.3% |
| Other | 4% | 0.9% | -3.1% | 2.8% | -1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1% | 0.4% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 97.7% | 99.3% | 1.6% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 97.2% 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 | 98% | 97.2% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 14.0% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 6.1% | -4.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Oceania | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98% | 96.9% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 13.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| No passport held | 22.6% | 13.5% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28.6% | 37.2% | -8.6% |
| Christian | 62.4% | 46.2% | 16.2% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 7.7% | 6.0% | 1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Yew Grove 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 fallen by about -10.8%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Yew Grove, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £102,000 | 2015-07-17 | £180,397 |
| 5 Yew Grove, Wigan, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £39,000 | 1997-09-11 | £187,973 |
| Full-Time Employee | 63 |
| Retired | 46 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Unemployed | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Education | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 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 | 2,640 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beech Hill Community Primary School Netherby Road , Beech Hill WN6 7PT | 3out of 4 | 454 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School Springfield Road , WN6 7RH | 3out of 4 | 677 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Standish Lower Ground St Anne's CofE Primary School Wigan Lower Road , Standish Lower Ground WN6 8JP | 3out of 4 | 913 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wigan St Andrew's CofE Junior and Infant School Mort Street , Springfield WN6 7AU | 3out of 4 | 1,130 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodfield Primary School Wigan Lane , WN1 2NT | 4out of 4 | 1,636 yd | Community 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 | 598 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 | 2,131 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Shevington High School Shevington Lane , Shevington WN6 8AB | 3out of 4 | 3,060 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Wigan , Greenhey WN5 0DQ | 2out of 4 | 3,665 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dean Trust Rose Bridge Holt Street , Ince WN1 3HD | 1out of 4 | 3,667 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,307 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Rigby RC Sixth Form College Gathurst Road , Orrell WN5 0LJ | - not rated | 3,353 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Progress Schools Wigan Wigan Youth Zone , Parsons Walk WN1 1RU | - not rated | 2,111 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning Wigan School Tyrer Avenue , Worsley Mesnes WN3 5XE | - not rated | 3,510 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| TMP Studios CIC 830 Ormskirk Road , Pemberton WN5 8EX | - not rated | 3,901 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Fishery CIC The Nook , Appley Bridge WN6 9JB | - not rated | 4,086 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| My Life Learning C/O Thompson House , Pepper Lane WN6 0PP | - not rated | 4,796 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annie's Pantry | 152 Beech Hill Avenue, Beech Hill | 350 yd | |
| Spoons Cafe / Deli | 4 Woodhouse Drive, Wigan | 830 yd | |
| Friends Corner | 298a Woodhouse Lane, Wigan | 955 yd | |
| Springfield Hotel | 47 Springfield Road, Beech Hill | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellfield Hotel | 75 Wellfield Road, Wigan | 222 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sunny Chinese Takeaway | 69 Wellfield Road, Wigan | 222 yd | |
| Wellfield Pizzaria | 73 Wellfield Road, Wigan | 222 yd | |
| New Golden Dragon | 109 Beech Hill Avenue, Wigan | 449 yd | |
| Planet Pizza | 99 Beech Hill Avenue, Wigan | 449 yd | |
| Don Mario | 97 Beech Hill Avenue, Wigan | 449 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Patsons Supermarket | 196 Beech Hill Avenue, Wigan | 445 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 410 Gidlow Lane, Wigan | 585 yd | |
| Lidl | Woodhouse Lane, Beech Hill | 621 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | 296b Woodhouse Lane, Wigan | 877 yd | |
| Costcutter | 126 Wigan Lower Road, Standish Lower Ground | 1,001 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St John Fisher Catholic High School Baytree Road | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 584 yd |
| Woodhouse Playing Field St. Andrews Drive | grass pitches | 838 yd |
| Wigan St Andrew'S C Of E Junior And Infant School MORT STREET | grass pitches | 1,065 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.