Stanley Drive is in Leigh and in Wigan district. WN7 5LX 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 Stanley Drive, Leigh, WN7 5LX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN7 5NA, WN7 5NB, WN7 5LY, WN7 5LZ, WN7 5LU, WN7 5JT, WN7 5JU, WN7 5DX, WN7 5DY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding WN7 5LX has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 47.5% | 48.6% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 52.5% | 51.4% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 33.3% | 34.1% | 0.8% | 37.9% | -3.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.7% | 49.5% | -4.2% | 44.2% | 5.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 9.8% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 3% | 3.7% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -2.4% |
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 | 47.5% | 46.9% | -0.6% | 48.4% | -1.5% |
| Good health | 34% | 33.9% | -0.1% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 12.2% | 14.8% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 2.1% |
| Bad health | 5% | 4% | -1.0% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 19% | 16.5% | -2.5% | 18.2% | -1.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.9% | 11.3% | -8.6% | 9.6% | 1.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 26% | 19.3% | -6.7% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 6.6% | 3.6% | 5.3% | 1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.2% | 19.8% | 4.6% | 16.9% | 2.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 13% | 23.6% | 10.6% | 33.8% | -10.2% |
| Other | 3.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| White | 99.7% | 97.8% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 16.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 97.4% | 96% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.4% | 96.4% | -1.0% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 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 | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.3% | 37.2% | -5.9% |
| Christian | 64% | 46.2% | 17.8% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Stanley Drive was 3.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 5366.7% higher than the Atherton South & Lilford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Stanley Drive has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 3 local areas in Atherton South & Lilford and the 37th lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Wigan .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

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 Stanley Drive, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2022-10-21 | £195,381 |
| 14 Stanley Drive, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £182,000 | 2022-04-27 | £209,877 |
| 12 Stanley Drive, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £127,500 | 2021-05-07 | £163,485 |
| 6 Stanley Drive, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £153,000 | 2020-07-31 | £216,459 |
| 3 Stanley Drive, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £108,000 | 2019-01-28 | £162,850 |
WN7 5LX 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 | 98 |
| Retired | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Self-Employed | 19 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Construction | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Nursery School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 4out of 4 | 3,426 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Twelve Apostles Catholic Primary School Nel Pan Lane , WN7 5JS | 4out of 4 | 210 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newton Westpark Primary School Tennyson Avenue , WN7 5JY | 3out of 4 | 247 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigh Westleigh Methodist Primary School Westleigh Lane , WN7 5NJ | 3out of 4 | 448 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Westleigh St Paul's CofE Primary School School Street , WN7 5JN | 3out of 4 | 550 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Leigh St John's CofE Primary Kirkhall Lane , WN7 1RY | 4out of 4 | 1,229 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 | 589 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Atherton High School Hamilton Street , M46 0AY | 2out of 4 | 3,195 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hindley Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 3,453 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | 2out of 4 | 3,460 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bedford High School Manchester Road , WN7 2LU | 3out of 4 | 3,661 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 | 1,434 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 | 2,505 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 | 3,102 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Three Towers Alternative Provision Academy Leyland Park House , WN2 3RX | 4out of 4 | 3,633 yd | Academy alternative provision sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Aspire Hub, Bolton Dalton House , 33 Leigh Road BL5 2JE | - not rated | 4,611 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Ways Cafe and Sandwich Bar Ltd | 74 Westleigh Lane, Leigh | 421 yd | |
| The.Coffee.Collective | 363 Wigan Road, Leigh | 561 yd | |
| Taylors Bar | 243-245 Wigan Road, Leigh | 629 yd | |
| Spice Cafe and Staff Shop within AB World Foods | Kiribati Way, Leigh | 726 yd | |
| Superdrug | Atherleigh Way, Leigh | 887 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion Hotel | 107 Westleigh Lane, Leigh | 382 yd | |
| Westleigh Village Club | Westleigh Lane, Leigh | 420 yd | |
| Powerbeck Gym | 217c Wigan Road, Leigh | 739 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chungs Fish And Chips | 87 Westleigh Lane, Leigh | 382 yd | |
| Wok Wok Chinese Takeaway | 20 Westleigh Lane, Leigh | 420 yd | |
| New Good Food | 76 Westleigh Lane, Leigh | 420 yd | |
| Balti Hut | 319 Wigan Road, Leigh | 566 yd | |
| Oriental Palace | 321 Wigan Road, Leigh | 566 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| One Stop | 232 Wigan Road, Leigh | 505 yd | |
| Heron Foods | 416 Wigan Road, Leigh | 775 yd | |
| Asda Supercentre | Atherleigh Way, Leigh | 887 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Twelve Apostles Rc Primary School TWELVE APOSTLES CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL TWELVE APOSTLES CATHOLIC PRIMARY SCHOOL NEL PAN LANE | grass pitches | 222 yd |
| Newton Westpark Primary School TENNYSON AVENUE | grass pitches | 366 yd |
| Westleigh Methodists Cricket Club KIRKHALL LANE | grass pitches | 371 yd |
| Westleigh St Paul'S C Of E Primary School SCHOOL STREET | grass pitches | 469 yd |
| Westleigh High School WESTLEIGH LANE | artificial grass pitch | 568 yd |
| Marsh Playing Fields CAMERON STREET | grass pitches | 845 yd |
| Westleigh High School Playing Fields LAWSON AVENUE | grass pitches | 1,011 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 | 66 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.