Milldale Road is in Leigh and in Wigan district. WN7 3PP is located in the Lowton East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leigh. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Milldale Road, Leigh, WN7 3PP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WA3 1EJ, WA3 1EH, WA3 1ED, WA3 1EL, WN7 3QG, WN7 3PN, WN7 3QA, WN7 3PS, WA3 1FS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN7 3PP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 50.8% | 1.3% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 50.5% | 49.2% | -1.3% | 49.0% | 0.2% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of WN7 3PP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 52.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 27.3% | 27.6% | 0.3% | 37.9% | -10.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.9% | 52.9% | -8.0% | 44.2% | 8.7% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 1.8% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.4% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 10% | 3.7% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 2.5% | 7.7% | 5.2% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 | 55.3% | 45.6% | -9.7% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 34.7% | 2.1% | 33.6% | 1.1% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 14.3% | 4.7% | 12.7% | 1.6% |
| Bad health | 1.4% | 3.9% | 2.5% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.5% | 0.5% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.5% | 15.6% | 0.1% | 18.2% | -2.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.6% | 10.1% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.2% | 12.4% | -4.8% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.8% | 9.6% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 18.3% | 4.4% | 16.9% | 1.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 27.3% | 30.7% | 3.4% | 33.8% | -3.1% |
| Other | 4.6% | 3.2% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 1.4% | 1.5% | 0.1% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 96.6% | 98.5% | 1.9% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 97.3% | 94.6% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 3.5% | 3.2% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 2.1% | 1.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.3% | 94.6% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -6.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.1% | 76.7% | 12.4% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.9% | 37.2% | -10.3% |
| Christian | 68.1% | 46.2% | 21.9% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 3.5% | 6.0% | -2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Milldale Road was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Golborne & Lowton West 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 -40.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 49 Milldale Road, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-02-20 | £196,868 |
| 15 Milldale Road, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2024-05-17 | £191,057 |
| 3 Milldale Road, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-11-12 | £221,580 |
| 46 Milldale Road, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2021-09-29 | £225,162 |
| 45 Milldale Road, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2021-06-29 | £245,263 |
WN7 3PP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in WN7 3PP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 70 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowton St Mary's CofE (Voluntary Aided) Primary School Newton Road , Lowton WA3 1EW | 3out of 4 | 335 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gilded Hollins Community School St Helen's Road , WN7 3PQ | 3out of 4 | 639 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lowton Junior and Infant School Newton Road , Lowton WA3 2AW | 3out of 4 | 1,027 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Catherine's Catholic Primary School, Lowton Cranham Avenue , Lowton WA3 2PQ | 3out of 4 | 1,755 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Luke's CofE Primary School Church Lane , Lowton WA3 2PW | 3out of 4 | 2,014 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lowton Church of England High School Newton Road , Lowton WA3 1DU | 2out of 4 | 279 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Golborne High School Lowton Road , Golborne WA3 3EL | 3out of 4 | 2,848 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Culcheth High School Warrington Road , Culcheth WA3 5HH | 3out of 4 | 3,920 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford High School Manchester Road , WN7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 4,588 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Westleigh School Westleigh Lane , WN7 5NL | 1out of 4 | 4,676 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Green Meadow Independent Primary School Robson Way , WA3 2RD | - not rated | 1,131 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning (Expanse Group Ltd) Leigh Sports Stadium, Sale Way , Leigh Sports Village WN7 4JY | - not rated | 1,960 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holden School First Lane , Leigh WN7 4SB | - not rated | 2,672 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Parks School Market Street , Hindley WN2 3AN | - not rated | 3,912 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shepherds Inn | 9 Newton Road, Lowton | 122 yd | |
| Deli-licious | 30 Newton Road, Lowton | 248 yd | |
| Church Inn (The) | 78 Newton Road, Lowton | 585 yd | |
| The Food Hut | 290a St Helens Road, Leigh | 611 yd | |
| The Robin Hood | St Helens Road, Leigh | 631 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Leigh & Lowton Sailing Club | Green Lane, Lowton | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Happy Eating | 290 St Helens Road, Leigh | 611 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lowton Church Of England High School NEWTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, tennis courts | 242 yd |
| Lowton St. Marys C Of E School LOWTON ST MARYS CHURCH OF ENGLAND LOWTON ST MARYS CHURCH OF ENGLAND NEWTON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 351 yd |
| Gilded Hollins Community School ST. HELENS ROAD | grass pitches | 543 yd |
| Hesketh Meadow Playing Fields HESKETH MEADOW LANE | grass pitches | 884 yd |
| Gymetc. (Lowton) AUTOMATION HOUSE AUTOMATION HOUSE NEWTON ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 915 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 129.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.