Observatory Close is in Benson, Wallingford and in South Oxfordshire district. OX10 6NU is located in the Benson & Crowmarsh electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Henley. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Observatory Close, Benson, Wallingford, OX10 6NU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX10 6LN, OX10 6RS, OX10 6LQ, OX10 6LW, OX10 6NT, OX10 6RR, OX10 6NH, OX10 6BF, OX10 6RL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OX10 6NU has a female population much higher than UK average, with 56.6% of the population 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 | 53.5% | 56.6% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 5.6% |
| Male | 46.5% | 43.4% | -3.1% | 49.0% | -5.6% |
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 | 19.5% | 22.6% | 3.1% | 37.9% | -15.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.7% | 50.6% | -7.1% | 44.2% | 6.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 1.3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 15.1% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 6.0% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 10% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (85.6%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 60.3% | 45.2% | -15.1% | 48.4% | -3.2% |
| Good health | 28.1% | 40.4% | 12.3% | 33.6% | 6.8% |
| Fair health | 10% | 11.8% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -2.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 10.6% | 13% | 2.4% | 18.2% | -5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.8% | 10.5% | -3.3% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 16.3% | -0.4% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 4.2% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 13.4% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -3.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.5% | 40.2% | -3.3% | 33.8% | 6.4% |
| Other | 3.3% | 2.5% | -0.8% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 98.7% | 98.5% | -0.2% | 81.4% | 17.1% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
In this area, 91.4% 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 | 94.8% | 91.4% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 8.2% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.9% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 4.8% | 3.5% | 2.7% | 2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 0.4% | -0.9% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| 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 | 94.5% | 90.4% | -4.1% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 8.1% | 8.1% | 9.8% | -1.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.1% | 76.7% | 9.4% |
| Portugal | 3.7% | 0.5% | 3.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 9.5% | 13.5% | -4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.8% | 37.2% | -3.4% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Not answered | 8.5% | 6.0% | 2.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Observatory Close was 7.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.2% lower than the Benson & Crowmarsh average. The most reported crime type was Burglary.
Observatory Close has the 5th lowest crime rate of 49 local areas in Benson & Crowmarsh and the 15th lowest crime rate of 456 local areas in South Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.4%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 90% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Observatory Close, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £353,000 | 2025-07-17 | £359,874 |
| 24 Observatory Close, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £408,000 | 2025-03-27 | £411,934 |
| 30 Observatory Close, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £405,000 | 2025-03-20 | £408,905 |
| 13 Observatory Close, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-11-29 | £358,913 |
| 4 Observatory Close, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £427,500 | 2022-09-09 | £428,318 |
OX10 6NU 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 OX10 6NU area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 38% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benson Church of England Primary School Oxford Road , Benson OX10 6LX | - not rated | 592 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| RAF Benson Community Primary School RAF Benson , OX10 6EP | 3out of 4 | 2,044 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ewelme CofE Primary School Burrows Hill , Ewelme OX10 6HU | 3out of 4 | 2,684 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas' Church of England Infants' School and Nursery Class, Wallingford St Nicholas Road , OX10 8HX | 3out of 4 | 2,900 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Laurence Church of England (A) School 16 Thame Road , OX10 7DX | 3out of 4 | 2,994 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wallingford School St George's Road , OX10 8HH | 3out of 4 | 2,614 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| No. 25 Benson Ltd | 25 High Street | 305 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | Oxford Road | 755 yd | |
| Waterfront Cafe, Benson, Wallingford | Benson Waterfront | 963 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Inn | 52 High Street | 305 yd | |
| The Three Horseshoes | 2 Oxford Road | 755 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Garden Benson Ltd | 39 High Street | 305 yd | |
| The Village Plaice | The Village Plaice, 35 High Street | 305 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Group | 24 High Street | 305 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sunnyside Sunnyside | grass pitches, tennis courts | 512 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 | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.9% |
| 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 | 66.9 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 103.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.