Archer Street is in Leigh and in Wigan district. WN7 3AT is located in the Leigh South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leigh. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Archer Street, Leigh, WN7 3AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN7 3AZ, WN7 3AN, WN7 3AX, WN7 3AU, WN7 3AY, WN7 3BA, WN7 3XE, WN7 3XD, WN7 3AR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WN7 3AT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.1% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 54.1% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 3.1% |
| Male | 47.7% | 45.9% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -3.1% |
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 WN7 3AT, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.6% 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 | 35.6% | 42.6% | 7.0% | 37.9% | 4.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.7% | 28.2% | -6.5% | 44.2% | -16.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 6.2% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 4.0% |
| Divorced | 15.7% | 12.3% | -3.4% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 9.3% | 10.8% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 4.7% |
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 | 44.7% | 37.5% | -7.2% | 48.4% | -10.9% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 37.5% | 8.9% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 12.6% | 18.1% | 5.5% | 12.7% | 5.4% |
| Bad health | 11.8% | 4.6% | -7.2% | 4.0% | 0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.3% | 2.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.1% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.6% | 25.8% | -9.8% | 18.2% | 7.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.8% | 8.2% | -12.6% | 9.6% | -1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.1% | 13.9% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 8.8% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 3.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 16% | 5.4% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 9.3% | 24.2% | 14.9% | 33.8% | -9.6% |
| Other | 2.3% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 2.8% | 0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.9% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
In this area, 96.5% 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 | 98.9% | 96.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.9% | 96.5% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67% | 76.7% | -9.7% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 29.5% | 13.5% | 16.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.5% | 37.2% | -2.7% |
| Christian | 59.3% | 46.2% | 13.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Archer Street was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Astley average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -3.4%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Archer Street, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £120,000 | 2021-01-12 | £160,101 |
| 6 Archer Street, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £73,000 | 2018-08-14 | £109,760 |
WN7 3AT area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Retired | 30 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Education | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Hall Methodist Primary School Breaston Avenue , WN7 3DJ | 4out of 4 | 398 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas' CofE Primary School, Leigh Astley Street , WN7 2AS | 3out of 4 | 835 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School Leigh Mather Lane , WN7 2PW | 3out of 4 | 1,017 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christ Church CofE Primary School, Pennington West Bridgewater Street , Pennington WN7 4HB | 3out of 4 | 1,375 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigh CofE Primary School Henrietta Street , WN7 1LP | 1out of 4 | 1,823 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford High School Manchester Road , WN7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 1,294 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic High School Manchester Road , Astley M29 7EE | 3out of 4 | 3,017 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowton Church of England High School Newton Road , Lowton WA3 1DU | 2out of 4 | 3,331 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fred Longworth High School Printshop Lane , Tyldesley M29 8JN | 3out of 4 | 3,817 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westleigh School Westleigh Lane , WN7 5NL | 1out of 4 | 3,848 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expanse Learning (Expanse Group Ltd) Leigh Sports Stadium, Sale Way , Leigh Sports Village WN7 4JY | - not rated | 1,936 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holden School First Lane , Leigh WN7 4SB | - not rated | 2,856 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cambian Tyldesley School Shuttle Street , Tyldesley M29 8BS | - not rated | 4,425 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Green Meadow Independent Primary School Robson Way , WA3 2RD | - not rated | 4,508 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Progress Schools - Lilford Centre The Lilford Centre , Lancaster Avenue M29 8LN | - not rated | 4,985 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| R & K Catering NWOS Alliance Healthcare | Green Fold Way, Leigh | 204 yd | |
| Hilton House (Social Care Services Ltd) | 154 Warrington Road, Leigh | 262 yd | |
| UNIQ BAR & GRILL | 188 Chapel Street, Leigh | 858 yd | |
| The Crispy Bun | 151 Chapel Street, Leigh | 863 yd | |
| Dough Darlings Ltd | 151 Chapel Street, Leigh | 863 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| East Leigh Labour Club | Butts Street, Leigh | 565 yd | |
| Monty’s Sports and Cabaret Club | 276 Chapel Street, Leigh | 744 yd | |
| Canal Turn - (Wheatsheaf Hotel) | 298 Chapel Street, Leigh | 779 yd | |
| Bedford Sports & Social Club | Apple Street, Leigh | 788 yd | |
| FY Gym | Forth Street, Leigh | 797 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Rainbow | 123 Warrington Road, Leigh | 210 yd | |
| Great Food Company | Kings Business Centre, Warrington Road | 469 yd | |
| Butts Bridge Fish and Chips | 32 Warrington Road, Leigh | 526 yd | |
| Angelo's Takeaway | 235 Chapel Street, Leigh | 779 yd | |
| Amy's Plaice | 13 Hope Carr Road, Siddow Common | 806 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bedford Hall Methodist Primary School BREASTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 341 yd |
| Dootsons Park Playing Fields BOW ROAD | grass pitches | 481 yd |
| The Escape Zone (Leigh) WARRINGTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 681 yd |
| Siddow Park Hope Carr Road | grass pitches | 710 yd |
| F Y Gym FORTH STREET | health and fitness suite | 801 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 | 239.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.