Hamels Lane is in Boars Hill, Oxford and in Vale Of White Horse district. OX1 5DJ is located in the Botley & Sunningwell electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Oxford West and Abingdon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hamels Lane, Boars Hill, Oxford, OX1 5DJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX1 5DQ, OX1 5DH, OX1 5DF, OX1 5DD, OX1 5DE, OX1 5DG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX1 5DJ has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 55% | 49.5% | -5.5% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 45% | 50.5% | 5.5% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 OX1 5DJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 62.9% 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 | 15% | 16.5% | 1.5% | 37.9% | -21.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.4% | 62.9% | -0.5% | 44.2% | 18.7% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 7.4% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 15% | 12.9% | -2.1% | 6.1% | 6.8% |
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 | 57.7% | 52% | -5.7% | 48.4% | 3.6% |
| Good health | 24.8% | 30.4% | 5.6% | 33.6% | -3.2% |
| Fair health | 11.1% | 9.1% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -3.6% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 5% | 0.3% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 3.4% | 1.7% | 1.2% | 2.2% |
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 OX1 5DJ this area, 6.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 68.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 10.6% | 6.6% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -11.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 2.4% | 2.6% | 0.2% | 9.6% | -7.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 8.3% | 8.1% | -0.2% | 13.4% | -5.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 8.8% | -1.8% | 16.9% | -8.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 61.4% | 68.9% | 7.5% | 33.8% | 35.1% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.9% | -1.8% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.1% | -0.5% |
| Chinese | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 1.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 3.1% | -1.5% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 0.9% | -1.1% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.4% |
| White | 94.6% | 88.4% | -6.2% | 81.4% | 7.0% |
| Other | 1.7% | 0.3% | -1.4% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 75.5% 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 | 75.2% | 75.5% | 0.3% | 83.2% | -7.7% |
| European Union | 9.7% | 6.3% | -3.4% | 6.1% | 0.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 3.8% | 2.8% | 0.8% | 3.0% |
| Africa | 3% | 2.5% | -0.5% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 6.6% | 3.9% | 5.6% | 1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4% | 2.5% | -1.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Oceania | 4.4% | 2.8% | -1.6% | 0.3% | 2.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 74.5% | 75.1% | 0.6% | 83.2% | -8.1% |
| 10+ Years | 3.7% | 14.3% | 10.6% | 9.8% | 4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2% | 5.3% | 3.3% | 2.9% | 2.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 17.4% | 2.5% | -14.9% | 1.9% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Other Europe | 2.5% | 0.2% | 2.3% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 36.9% | 37.2% | -0.3% |
| Christian | 51.9% | 46.2% | 5.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hamels Lane was 37.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 31.9% higher than the Cumnor average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Hamels Lane has the 29th highest crime rate of 60 local areas in Cumnor and the 205th highest crime rate of 428 local areas in Vale of White Horse .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -39.5%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 95% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hill House Hamels Lane, Oxford, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £2,100,000 | 2023-11-03 | £2,349,741 |
| Woods End Hamels Lane, Oxford, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,475,000 | 2018-03-23 | £1,866,608 |
| Broomfield Hamels Lane, Oxford, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,250,000 | 2016-07-05 | £1,572,674 |
| Melfort Hamels Lane, Oxford, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,600,000 | 2008-01-21 | £2,679,876 |
| Broomfield Hamels Lane, Oxford, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £865,000 | 2008-01-11 | £1,448,808 |
OX1 5DJ 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 OX1 5DJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 42% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 114 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Looking after home or family | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grandpont Nursery School Whitehouse Road , OX1 4QH | 3out of 4 | 3,615 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Comper Foundation Stage School Hertford Street , OX4 3AJ | 3out of 4 | 4,881 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sunningwell Church of England Primary School Dark Lane , Sunningwell OX13 6RE | 3out of 4 | 1,960 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wootton St Peter's Church of England Primary School Wootton Village , Boars Hill OX1 5HP | 3out of 4 | 2,385 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Swithun's CofE Primary School Grundy Crescent , Kennington OX1 5PS | 3out of 4 | 2,581 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| New Hinksey Church of England Primary School Vicarage Road , OX1 4RQ | 3out of 4 | 3,256 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Furlong Primary School Boulter Drive , OX14 1XP | 3out of 4 | 3,435 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Matthew Arnold School Arnolds Way , OX2 9JE | 3out of 4 | 3,639 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fitzharrys School Northcourt Road , OX14 1NP | 3out of 4 | 4,193 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory the Great Cricket Road , OX4 3DR | - not rated | 4,807 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Mason School Wootton Road , OX14 1JB | 3out of 4 | 4,831 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oxford Academy Sandy Lane West , Littlemore OX4 6JZ | - not rated | 4,870 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Activate Learning Oxpens Road , OX1 1SA | - not rated | 4,231 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abingdon and Witney College Wootton Road , OX14 1GG | - not rated | 4,341 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chandlings Bagley Wood , Kennington OX1 5ND | - not rated | 1,448 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Radley College Abingdon , Oxfordshire OX14 2HR | - not rated | 3,614 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| The Iffley Academy Iffley Turn , OX4 4DU | 4out of 4 | 3,987 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmanuel Christian School Sandford Road , Littlemore OX4 4PU | - not rated | 4,291 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxford Media & Business School 1 Cambridge Terrace , OX1 1RR | - not rated | 4,351 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
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 | 72.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 192.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 162.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.