Bexhill Drive is in Leigh and in Wigan district. WN7 5TF is located in the Hindley Green electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Makerfield. This postcode has been in use since 1992-08-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bexhill Drive, Leigh, WN7 5TF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN7 5TB, WN7 5TG, WN7 5PX, WN7 5PY, WN2 4NF, WN7 5TD, WN7 5TQ, WN7 5QG, WN2 4TD.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WN7 5TF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.7% 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 | 53% | 54.7% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 3.7% |
| Male | 47% | 45.3% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -3.7% |
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 | 24.5% | 33.8% | 9.3% | 37.9% | -4.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 50.3% | -11.2% | 44.2% | 6.1% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.4% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 7.8% | 8% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 6.5% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 | 49% | 50% | 1.0% | 48.4% | 1.6% |
| Good health | 30.6% | 32.6% | 2.0% | 33.6% | -1.0% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 12.8% | -1.3% | 12.7% | 0.1% |
| Bad health | 5.3% | 3.9% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19.8% | 18.6% | -1.2% | 18.2% | 0.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 9.9% | -2.9% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.1% | 15.3% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 9.6% | 4.9% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.3% | 15.3% | -1.0% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.8% | 29.7% | 2.9% | 33.8% | -4.1% |
| Other | 2.3% | 1.7% | -0.6% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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 | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 96.7% | 95.2% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 95.1% | 91.5% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 0.3% | 5.3% | 5.0% | 6.1% | -0.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 1.8% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 5.6% | -4.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 91.3% | -3.8% | 83.2% | 8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 5.3% | 4.0% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 2.5% | 1.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.1% | 76.7% | 8.4% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 1.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| No passport held | 9% | 13.5% | -4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 28% | 37.2% | -9.2% |
| Christian | 67.4% | 46.2% | 21.2% |
| Hindu | 0.9% | 1.7% | -0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.1% | 6.5% | -5.4% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bexhill Drive 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.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 74% 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 Bexhill Drive, Leigh, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2022-06-24 | £385,448 |
| 27 Bexhill Drive, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £179,000 | 2022-06-17 | £199,756 |
| 29 Bexhill Drive, Leigh, Greater Manchester Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2019-11-08 | £189,140 |
| 25 Bexhill Drive, Leigh, Greater Manchester Terraced, an established residential building | £119,950 | 2019-04-18 | £181,574 |
| 3 Bexhill Drive, Leigh, Greater Manchester Detached, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2019-04-17 | £272,597 |
WN7 5TF 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 | 144 |
| Retired | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Other | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation 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 | 2,350 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hindley Green Primary School Thomas Street , Hindley Green WN2 4SS | - not rated | 868 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Green Community Primary School Thomas Street , Hindley Green WN2 4SS | 3out of 4 | 868 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart RC Junior and Infant School Swan Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4HD | - not rated | 1,017 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School, Hindley Green Swan Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4HD | - not rated | 1,017 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley Green St John's Junior and Infant School Atherton Road , Hindley Green WN2 4SD | - not rated | 1,039 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 | 3out of 4 | 1,006 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Westleigh High School Westleigh Lane , WN7 5NL | - not rated | 1,025 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Outwood Academy Hindley Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 2,377 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hindley High School Mornington Road , Hindley WN2 4LG | - not rated | 2,381 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hesketh Fletcher CofE High School, Atherton Hamilton Street , Atherton M46 0AY | - not rated | 3,053 yd | Voluntary aided school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oakfield High School and College Long Lane , Hindley Green WN2 4XA | 4out of 4 | 1,897 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Bride Community Church Christian School Kings Park Christian Centre , Leigh Road WN7 1UB | - not rated | 2,215 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tanfield School Borsdane Avenue , Hindley WN2 3QB | - not rated | 2,633 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Holden School Firs Lane , Leigh WN7 4SB | - not rated | 2,793 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| ACE Centre ACE Centre , Park Road WN2 3RX | - not rated | 2,843 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Swan | 737 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 942 yd | |
| Six Six Three | 663 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 1,040 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Railway Tavern | 396 Westleigh Lane, Leigh | 430 yd | |
| Sacred Heart Parish Centre | Swan Lane, Hindley Green | 1,092 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rice N Spice | Corner Lane, Leigh | 213 yd | |
| It's Pizza | 796 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 844 yd | |
| Crispy Corner | 762 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 844 yd | |
| Ace of Trays | 737 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 942 yd | |
| Leigh Road Chippy | 284 Leigh Road, Hindley Green | 1,024 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Go Local Extra | 963 Atherton Road, Hindley Green | 272 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Melrose Tip HONITON CLOSE | grass pitches | 366 yd |
| Hindley Green Primary School (Closed) Thomas Street | grass pitches | 791 yd |
| Westleigh High School Playing Fields LAWSON AVENUE | grass pitches | 830 yd |
| Hindley Green Cp School THOMAS STREET | grass pitches | 967 yd |
| Westleigh High School WESTLEIGH LANE | artificial grass pitch | 1,010 yd |
| Sacred Heart Catholic Primary School SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL SACRED HEART CATHOLIC SCHOOL SWAN LANE | grass pitches | 1,014 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 | 76.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 23.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 56.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.95 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.95 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.03 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.