High Street is in Benson, Wallingford and in South Oxfordshire district. OX10 6RP 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 High Street, Benson, Wallingford, OX10 6RP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX10 6SZ, OX10 6RL, OX10 6LU, OX10 6PA, OX10 6BF, OX10 6LP, OX10 6SA, OX10 6ST, OX10 6SU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX10 6RP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.8% | 50.6% | -3.2% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 46.2% | 49.4% | 3.2% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
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 | 24.2% | 30.9% | 6.7% | 37.9% | -7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.5% | 49.8% | -9.7% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 1.0% |
| Divorced | 5.7% | 8.8% | 3.1% | 9.1% | -0.3% |
| Widowed | 6.2% | 7.4% | 1.2% | 6.1% | 1.3% |
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 | 60.6% | 47% | -13.6% | 48.4% | -1.4% |
| Good health | 28.9% | 35.5% | 6.6% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 7.9% | 13.9% | 6.0% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 2.2% | 2.8% | 0.6% | 4.0% | -1.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 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 45.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 9.7% | 15.2% | 5.5% | 18.2% | -3.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.3% | 6% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 11.5% | 0.0% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 16.1% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.2% | 45.6% | -4.6% | 33.8% | 11.8% |
| Other | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 2.8% | -0.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96% 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 | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.2% | 96% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 14.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 90.8% 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 | 93.1% | 90.8% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 4.4% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.8% | 2.8% | 1.0% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 0.4% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.7% | 90.8% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 7.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.8% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.1% | 0.4% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.3% | 76.7% | 8.6% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 10.8% | 13.5% | -2.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.8% | 37.2% | 7.6% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around High Street was 66.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 62.8% higher than the Benson & Crowmarsh average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
High Street has the 7th highest crime rate of 49 local areas in Benson & Crowmarsh and the 90th highest crime rate of 456 local areas in South Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 145.2%.
Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 96% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 High Street, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-07-12 | £326,217 |
| 38 High Street, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £298,000 | 2023-11-29 | £316,116 |
| 16E High Street, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2023-07-12 | £262,333 |
| 36 High Street, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2023-02-17 | £375,398 |
| 16D High Street, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2022-11-07 | £178,939 |
OX10 6RP 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 6RP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 75 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Education | 16 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| 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 | 267 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| RAF Benson Community Primary School RAF Benson , OX10 6EP | 3out of 4 | 2,332 yd | Community 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 | 2,671 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Laurence Church of England (A) School 16 Thame Road , OX10 7DX | 3out of 4 | 2,730 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ewelme CofE Primary School Burrows Hill , Ewelme OX10 6HU | 3out of 4 | 3,004 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 | 2,411 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 | 35 yd | |
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | Oxford Road | 429 yd | |
| Waterfront Cafe, Benson, Wallingford | Benson Waterfront | 643 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crown Inn | 52 High Street | 35 yd | |
| The Three Horseshoes | 2 Oxford Road | 429 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spice Garden Benson Ltd | 39 High Street | 35 yd | |
| The Village Plaice | The Village Plaice, 35 High Street | 35 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-Operative Group | 24 High Street | 35 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sunnyside Sunnyside | grass pitches, tennis courts | 299 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 | 88.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 87.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 59.3% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 139.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.