Robin Lane is in Parbold, Wigan and in West Lancashire district. WN8 7BE is located in the Rural North East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of West Lancashire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Robin Lane, Parbold, Wigan, WN8 7BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around WN8 7BE 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 | 54.5% | 50.8% | -3.7% | 51.0% | -0.2% |
| Male | 45.5% | 49.2% | 3.7% | 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 WN8 7BE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.4% 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 | 17.8% | 25.7% | 7.9% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.9% | 55.4% | -8.5% | 44.2% | 11.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.4% | 8.6% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 8.3% | 8.1% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
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 | 50% | 58.8% | 8.8% | 48.4% | 10.4% |
| Good health | 31.2% | 25.6% | -5.6% | 33.6% | -8.0% |
| Fair health | 13.9% | 12.2% | -1.7% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.1% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20% | 12.6% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.8% | 5% | -2.8% | 9.6% | -4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10% | 13.1% | 3.1% | 13.4% | -0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 7% | 5% | -2.0% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.6% | 15.8% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -1.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 43% | 46.4% | 3.4% | 33.8% | 12.6% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.8% | 1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| White | 98.5% | 95.5% | -3.0% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
In this area, 96.2% 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 | 98.1% | 96.2% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.0% |
| European Union | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.7% | 95.8% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 9.8% | -7.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.7% | 76.7% | 16.0% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 5.7% | 13.5% | -7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.3% | 37.2% | -10.9% |
| Christian | 67.9% | 46.2% | 21.7% |
| Buddhist | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Robin Lane was 6.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.8% lower than the Rural North East average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Robin Lane has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Rural North East and the 12th lowest crime rate of 328 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.7%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Robin Lane, Wigan, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2024-12-04 | £373,846 |
| 26 Robin Lane, Wigan, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2024-11-29 | £358,434 |
| 26 Robin Lane, Wigan, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2022-11-04 | £352,008 |
| 30 Robin Lane, Wigan, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2022-08-23 | £385,675 |
| Brookfield Robin Lane, Wigan, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £742,500 | 2021-01-21 | £935,550 |
WN8 7BE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 WN8 7BE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 77 |
| Retired | 74 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Education | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 17 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Richard Durning's Endowed Primary School Chorley Road , Bispham L40 3SL | 4out of 4 | 1,120 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parbold Douglas Church of England Academy Lancaster Lane , Parbold WN8 7HS | 4out of 4 | 1,249 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady and All Saints Roman Catholic Primary School, Parbold Brandreth Drive , Parbold WN8 7HD | 4out of 4 | 1,607 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newburgh Church of England Primary School Back Lane , Newburgh WN8 7XB | 4out of 4 | 2,141 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Mawdesley St Peter's Church of England Primary School Hurst Green , Mawdesley L40 2QT | 3out of 4 | 3,127 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic Engineering College Glenburn Road , WN8 6JW | 3out of 4 | 5,198 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lathom High School : A Technology College Glenburn Road , WN8 6JN | 2out of 4 | 5,372 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Maharishi Free School Cobbs Brow Lane , Lathom L40 6JJ | 3out of 4 | 4,150 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Farmers Arms | Chorley Road, Bispham | 899 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hilldale Playing Field CHORLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 265 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 | 96.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.2% |
| 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 | 66.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 89.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.9 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.