Wimblestraw Road is in Berinsfield, Wallingford and in South Oxfordshire district. OX10 7LZ is located in the Berinsfield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Henley. This postcode has been in use since 1990-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wimblestraw Road, Berinsfield, Wallingford, OX10 7LZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX10 7PL, OX10 7PN, OX10 7NR, OX10 7NA, OX10 7NB, OX10 7NS, OX10 7NT, OX10 7NE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX10 7LZ has a slightly higher male population, with 51% 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 | 51.9% | 49% | -2.9% | 51.0% | -2.0% |
| Male | 48.1% | 51% | 2.9% | 49.0% | 2.0% |
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 | 25.2% | 20.5% | -4.7% | 37.9% | -17.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.1% | 51% | 3.9% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Separated | 2.9% | 3% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 12.5% | 2.4% | 9.1% | 3.4% |
| Widowed | 14.7% | 13% | -1.7% | 6.1% | 6.9% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 36.3% | 42.6% | 6.3% | 48.4% | -5.8% |
| Good health | 38.1% | 34.5% | -3.6% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 17% | 16.9% | -0.1% | 12.7% | 4.2% |
| Bad health | 7.4% | 4.4% | -3.0% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1.6% | 0.5% | 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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 38.2% | 26.5% | -11.7% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.1% | 16% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 6.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 11.5% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -1.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 8% | 3.0% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 14.5% | 1.9% | 16.9% | -2.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.8% | 21% | 9.2% | 33.8% | -12.8% |
| Other | 2.9% | 2.5% | -0.4% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 2% | 2.0% | 3.1% | -1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.4% | 1.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.8% | 89.6% | -8.2% | 81.4% | 8.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 0.0% |
In this area, 86.5% 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 | 97% | 86.5% | -10.5% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 8.8% | 6.9% | 6.1% | 2.7% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.8% | 86.5% | -8.3% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 2% | -1.7% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 68.7% | 76.7% | -8.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Germany | 2% | 0.2% | 1.8% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.6% | 1.5% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| No passport held | 22.9% | 13.5% | 9.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.5% | 37.2% | -10.7% |
| Christian | 65.1% | 46.2% | 18.9% |
| Muslim | 2% | 6.5% | -4.5% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wimblestraw Road was 85.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 53.6% higher than the Berinsfield average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wimblestraw Road has the 6th highest crime rate of 28 local areas in Berinsfield and the 51st highest crime rate of 456 local areas in South Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 92.9%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 34 Wimblestraw Road, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £395,000 | 2024-08-09 | £404,662 |
| 28 Wimblestraw Road, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-07-03 | £341,985 |
| Dorchester House Wimblestraw Road, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Other, an established residential building | £2,769,000 | 2020-05-02 | £3,127,487 |
| 42 Wimblestraw Road, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £287,500 | 2017-08-23 | £369,050 |
| Dorchester House Wimblestraw Road, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Other, an established residential building | £1,600,000 | 2016-01-07 | £1,943,818 |
OX10 7LZ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 7LZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 59 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Education | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Woods Academy Wimblestraw Road , Berinsfield OX10 7LZ | 2out of 4 | 385 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dorchester St Birinus Church of England School Queen Street , Dorchester OX10 7HR | 3out of 4 | 2,263 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Clifton Hampden Church of England Primary School High Street , Clifton Hampden OX14 3EE | 3out of 4 | 2,641 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Wittenham (Church of England) Primary School High Street , Long Wittenham OX14 4QJ | 2out of 4 | 3,374 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Marsh Baldon CofE Primary School The Green , OX44 9LJ | 3out of 4 | 3,747 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Berinsfield Voluntary Day Centre | Wimblestraw Road, Berinsfield | 2 yd | |
| 'H' Cafe | H Cafe, Oxford Road | 387 yd | |
| The Chequers | The Chequers | 753 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Midcounties Co-operative | Co-Operative Retail Services Ltd, 29-31 Fane Drive | 265 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Abbey Sports Centre (Berinsfield) GREEN FURLONG | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 158 yd |
| Lay Avenue Recreation Ground LAY AVENUE | grass pitches | 349 yd |
| The Oxford City Indoor Arena (Closed) Vogue Business Port Vogue Business Port Tower Road | 792 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 | 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 | 65.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 73 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 35.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 200 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.