Shadwell Grove is in Leigh and in Wigan district. WN7 5LH is located in the Leigh West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Leigh. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Shadwell Grove, Leigh, WN7 5LH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN7 5HU, WN7 5LE, WN7 5HR, WN7 5LG, WN7 5HQ, WN7 5HT, WN7 5HJ, WN7 5LF, WN7 5LQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN7 5LH is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.4% | 50.2% | -5.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 44.6% | 49.8% | 5.2% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 5LH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.6% 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 | 41.5% | 47.6% | 6.1% | 37.9% | 9.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 30.9% | 31.6% | 0.7% | 44.2% | -12.6% |
| Separated | 4.3% | 2.4% | -1.9% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 14.5% | 11.8% | -2.7% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 8.7% | 6.6% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
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 | 47.7% | 45.8% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -2.6% |
| Good health | 22.3% | 26.4% | 4.1% | 33.6% | -7.2% |
| Fair health | 16.2% | 17.4% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 4.7% |
| Bad health | 12.7% | 7.3% | -5.4% | 4.0% | 3.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 3.1% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 1.9% |
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 WN7 5LH this area, 32.2% 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 19.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.2% | 32.2% | -4.0% | 18.2% | 14.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15% | 14.5% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.7% | 12.1% | -9.6% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 9.8% | 6.4% | 5.3% | 4.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.2% | 8.4% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -8.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.1% | 19.6% | 8.5% | 33.8% | -14.2% |
| Other | 4.3% | 3.3% | -1.0% | 2.8% | 0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.7% 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 | 1.9% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 2.5% | 1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.5% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0.3% | -0.1% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.3% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 96.2% | 90.7% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 9.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.1% | 2.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 88.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 94.6% | 88.6% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 6.6% | 4.7% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 3.5% | 1.6% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 88.6% | -6.0% | 83.2% | 5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 4.8% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 2.9% | 1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.4% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 1.9% | -0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 61.6% | 76.7% | -15.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 2.8% | 0.9% | 1.9% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 31.8% | 13.5% | 18.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.1% | 37.2% | 1.9% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Shadwell Grove was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Atherton South & Lilford 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 -47.8%.

Households in this area have a much lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Shadwell Grove, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,500 | 2024-05-03 | £179,912 |
| 3 Shadwell Grove, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £66,000 | 2013-07-12 | £124,221 |
| 3 Shadwell Grove, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £47,000 | 2004-03-22 | £109,840 |
| Full-Time Employee | 71 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 30 |
| Retired | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Education | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 3,024 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Newton Westpark Primary School Tennyson Avenue , WN7 5JY | 3out of 4 | 347 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twelve Apostles Catholic Primary School Nel Pan Lane , WN7 5JS | 4out of 4 | 660 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School Westleigh Lane , WN7 5NJ | 3out of 4 | 927 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westleigh St Paul's CofE Primary School School Street , WN7 5JN | 3out of 4 | 1,102 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bickershaw CofE Primary School Bickershaw Lane , Bickershaw WN2 4AE | 4out of 4 | 1,313 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Westleigh School Westleigh Lane , WN7 5NL | 1out of 4 | 975 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hindley Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 3,051 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 2out of 4 | 3,058 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 3,701 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford High School Manchester Road , WN7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 4,196 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Holden School First Lane , Leigh WN7 4SB | - not rated | 1,499 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Expanse Learning (Expanse Group Ltd) Leigh Sports Stadium, Sale Way , Leigh Sports Village WN7 4JY | - not rated | 2,696 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Oakfield High School and College Long Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4XA | 4out of 4 | 2,773 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy Leyland Park House , WN2 3RX | 4out of 4 | 3,125 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbridge Learning Community Moss Lane , Platt Bridge WN2 3TL | 3out of 4 | 4,516 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The.Coffee.Collective | 363 Wigan Road, Leigh | 331 yd | |
| Little Joe's Cafe | 31 Smiths Lane, Hindley Green | 646 yd | |
| Taylors Bar | 243-245 Wigan Road, Leigh | 691 yd | |
| 4 Ways Cafe and Sandwich Bar Ltd | 74 Westleigh Lane, Leigh | 987 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Powerbeck Gym | 217c Wigan Road, Leigh | 837 yd | |
| Red Lion Hotel | 107 Westleigh Lane, Leigh | 871 yd | |
| Westleigh Village Club | Westleigh Lane, Leigh | 989 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Avanti Pizza | 304 Nel Pan Lane, Leigh | 196 yd | |
| Pizza Mia | 13 Douglas Road, Leigh | 385 yd | |
| Balti Hut | 319 Wigan Road, Leigh | 558 yd | |
| Oriental Palace | 321 Wigan Road, Leigh | 558 yd | |
| Wigan Road Chippy | 325 Wigan Road, Leigh | 558 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heron Foods | 416 Wigan Road, Leigh | 233 yd | |
| One Stop | 232 Wigan Road, Leigh | 425 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Newton Westpark Primary School TENNYSON AVENUE | grass pitches | 224 yd |
| Twelve Apostles Rc Primary School TWELVE APOSTLES CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL TWELVE APOSTLES CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL NEL PAN LANE | grass pitches | 555 yd |
| Brunswick Park Leigh Road | grass pitches | 777 yd |
| Westleigh Methodists Cricket Club KIRKHALL LANE | grass pitches | 878 yd |
| Westleigh High School WESTLEIGH LANE | artificial grass pitch | 897 yd |
| Westleigh St Paul'S C Of E Primary School SCHOOL STREET | grass pitches | 1,008 yd |
| Marsh Playing Fields CAMERON STREET | grass pitches | 1,034 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 | 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 70 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 129.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 20.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.