Bradshaw Lane is in Parbold, Wigan and in West Lancashire district. WN8 7NQ 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 Bradshaw Lane, Parbold, Wigan, WN8 7NQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: WN8 7NN, WN8 7NP, WN8 7NL, WN8 7NS, WN8 7NW, WN8 7HZ, WN8 7NJ, WN8 7NH, WN8 7JJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding WN8 7NQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.6% 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 | 53.3% | 52.6% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 1.6% |
| Male | 46.7% | 47.4% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -1.6% |
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 | 27.6% | 28% | 0.4% | 37.9% | -9.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.8% | 50.2% | -0.6% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 11.6% | 7.7% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -1.4% |
| Widowed | 7.5% | 11.1% | 3.6% | 6.1% | 5.0% |
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 | 44.2% | 56.5% | 12.3% | 48.4% | 8.1% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 27.4% | -9.4% | 33.6% | -6.2% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 12.5% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 5.8% | 2.8% | -3.0% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 47.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.6% | 11.7% | -10.9% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 7.3% | 0.3% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 9.7% | -7.9% | 13.4% | -3.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 6.8% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.5% | 15% | 6.5% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 39.2% | 47.1% | 7.9% | 33.8% | 13.3% |
| Other | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.5% | 96.8% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 15.4% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 94.8% 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 | 98.3% | 94.8% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 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 | 97.5% | 94.8% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 11.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 0% | -2.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90% | 76.7% | 13.3% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 25.9% | 37.2% | -11.3% |
| Christian | 64.5% | 46.2% | 18.3% |
| Hindu | 0.8% | 1.7% | -0.9% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 7.6% | 6.0% | 1.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bradshaw Lane was 27.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.2% lower than the Rural North East average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Bradshaw Lane has the 11th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Rural North East and the 90th lowest crime rate of 328 local areas in West Lancashire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.6%.

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 Bradshaw Lane, Wigan, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2023-06-22 | £380,064 |
| 5 Bradshaw Lane, Wigan, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £235,500 | 2021-07-30 | £293,927 |
| 11 Bradshaw Lane, Wigan, Lancashire Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2019-05-31 | £413,205 |
| 17 Bradshaw Lane, Wigan, Lancashire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £482,000 | 2018-09-11 | £640,435 |
| Tibbs Cottage, 11A Bradshaw Lane, Wigan, Lancashire Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2018-05-29 | £698,276 |
WN8 7NQ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 72 |
| Retired | 53 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Our Lady and All Saints Roman Catholic Primary School, Parbold Brandreth Drive , Parbold WN8 7HD | 4out of 4 | 484 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Parbold Douglas Church of England Academy Lancaster Lane , Parbold WN8 7HS | 4out of 4 | 825 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Newburgh Church of England Primary School Back Lane , Newburgh WN8 7XB | 4out of 4 | 1,165 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Dalton St Michael's Church of England Primary School Higher Lane , Dalton WN8 7RP | 3out of 4 | 2,344 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James' Catholic Primary School, Skelmersdale Ashurst Road , Ashurst WN8 6TN | 3out of 4 | 2,733 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | 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 | 3,406 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Lathom High School : A Technology College Glenburn Road , WN8 6JN | 2out of 4 | 3,569 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 | 2,304 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elm Tree Community Primary School Elmers Wood Road , Tanhouse WN8 6SA | 4out of 4 | 4,412 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Fishery CIC The Nook , Appley Bridge WN6 9JB | - not rated | 4,761 yd | Special post 16 institution | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| West Lancashire Community High School School Lane , Chapel House WN8 8EH | 3out of 4 | 4,778 yd | Community special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Kingsbury Primary Special School School Lane , Chapel House WN8 8EH | 4out of 4 | 4,921 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Learn 4 Life School Quarry Bank Community Centre, 364 Ormskirk Road , WN8 9AL | - not rated | 5,320 yd | Other independent special school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stocks Tavern | 16 Alder Lane, Parbold | 101 yd | |
| The Wayfarer | 1-5 Alder Lane, Parbold | 184 yd | |
| The Windmill Hotel | 3 Mill Lane, Parbold | 249 yd | |
| Yours Is The Earth | Flat 1, 2 Mill Lane | 281 yd | |
| Janies at Stable Barn | 3 Station Road, Parbold | 401 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion | 9 Ash Brow, Newburgh | 959 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Parbold Chippy | 2 Station Road, Parbold | 401 yd | |
| Parbold Tandoori | 2A Station Road, Parbold | 401 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Paolo's | 4 Station Road, Parbold | 465 yd | |
| Oh Crumbs | 3A The Common, Parbold | 526 yd | |
| The Greenman Bakehouse | 4B The Common, Parbold | 576 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Alder Lane Playing Fields Alder Lane | grass pitches | 309 yd |
| Parbold (Closed) Station Road | health and fitness suite | 423 yd |
| Newburgh Sports Club COBBS BROW LANE | grass pitches | 1,084 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 | 65.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 65.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 65.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 65.0% |
| 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 | 35.0% |
| Median download speed | 55 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 112.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 550 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 75 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.