College Close is in Cholsey, Wallingford and in South Oxfordshire district. OX10 9QY is located in the Cholsey electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wantage. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about College Close, Cholsey, Wallingford, OX10 9QY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX10 9QX, OX10 9BF, OX10 9QU, OX10 9NL, OX10 9QT, OX10 9NZ, OX10 9NW, OX10 9NY, OX10 9QZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX10 9QY has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 50.1% | 48.6% | -1.5% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 49.9% | 51.4% | 1.5% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 OX10 9QY there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.3% 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 | 22.9% | 25.7% | 2.8% | 37.9% | -12.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.4% | 58.3% | -6.1% | 44.2% | 14.1% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Divorced | 6.2% | 9.4% | 3.2% | 9.1% | 0.3% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 5.4% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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 | 53.3% | 50.4% | -2.9% | 48.4% | 2.0% |
| Good health | 30.4% | 33.9% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 12.6% | 0.1% | 12.7% | -0.1% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.5% | 14.1% | -3.4% | 18.2% | -4.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 10.5% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.5% | 9.4% | -4.1% | 13.4% | -4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.3% | 4.3% | -3.0% | 5.3% | -1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.9% | 17.4% | 2.5% | 16.9% | 0.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.5% | 42.4% | 11.9% | 33.8% | 8.6% |
| Other | 2.9% | 1.8% | -1.1% | 2.8% | -1.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.7% 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 | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.6% | -0.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98% | 94.7% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 13.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 92.2% 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 | 94.2% | 92.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 9.0% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 3.9% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 1.1% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -3.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.9% | 92.5% | -1.4% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.3% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -2.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% | 76.7% | 8.5% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| France | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| No passport held | 12.6% | 13.5% | -0.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43% | 37.2% | 5.8% |
| Christian | 49.7% | 46.2% | 3.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Not answered | 6.1% | 6.0% | 0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around College Close was 14.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 52.6% lower than the Goring average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
College Close has the 12th lowest crime rate of 62 local areas in Goring and the 58th lowest crime rate of 456 local areas in South Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about 0.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 College Close, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2024-03-12 | £454,585 |
| 2 College Close, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2014-06-19 | £439,119 |
| 10 College Close, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £139,950 | 2001-08-17 | £419,850 |
| 10 College Close, Wallingford, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £83,000 | 1997-08-28 | £436,670 |
OX10 9QY 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 60 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 31 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Other | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 13 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cholsey Primary School Church Road , Cholsey OX10 9PP | 3out of 4 | 553 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Stoke Primary School The Street , South Stoke RG8 0JS | 3out of 4 | 3,284 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Primary School St John's Road , OX10 9AG | 3out of 4 | 3,472 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| South Moreton Primary School High Street , South Moreton OX11 9AG | 3out of 4 | 3,750 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fir Tree Junior School Radnor Road , OX10 0NY | 3out of 4 | 3,780 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 4,380 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Treehouse School 37 Wallingford Road , OX10 9LG | - not rated | 491 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Moulsford Preparatory School , OX10 9HR | - not rated | 2,155 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Cranford House School Trust Limited Moulsford , OX10 9HT | - not rated | 2,417 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CJ's | 2 The Pound | 321 yd | |
| The Ox Shed | Oxshed Café, 5 Ratcliffe Court | 936 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Red Lion | 39 Wallingford Road | 512 yd | |
| Fairmile Sports and Social Club | 98 Papist Way | 666 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shangki-Li | 20 The Forty | 369 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 1 Ilges Lane | 368 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Cholsey Recreation Ground STATION ROAD | grass pitches | 391 yd |
| Cholsey County Primary School CHURCH ROAD | grass pitches | 659 yd |
| The Barn Fitness Club Church Road | health and fitness suite | 1,093 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 | 60.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 152.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.