Slade Road is in Didcot and in South Oxfordshire district. OX11 7AP is located in the Didcot West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wantage. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Slade Road, Didcot, OX11 7AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX11 0AQ, OX11 6DF, OX11 0AH, OX11 7AR, OX11 7AX, OX11 6DE, OX11 0BH, OX11 6DQ, OX11 7AL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX11 7AP has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 48.9% | 50% | 1.1% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 51.1% | 50% | -1.1% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 OX11 7AP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.2% 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 | 25.6% | 28.6% | 3.0% | 37.9% | -9.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.8% | 59.2% | -3.6% | 44.2% | 15.0% |
| Separated | 0.7% | 1% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Divorced | 5.3% | 5.1% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -4.0% |
| Widowed | 5.6% | 6.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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 (87.9%) 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 | 44.1% | 52.2% | 8.1% | 48.4% | 3.8% |
| Good health | 39.6% | 35.7% | -3.9% | 33.6% | 2.1% |
| Fair health | 12% | 11.1% | -0.9% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 1% | -2.9% | 4.0% | -3.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
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 43.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.2% | 13.5% | -3.7% | 18.2% | -4.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 8.7% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 7.7% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -5.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.1% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 16.1% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.5% | 43.4% | 13.9% | 33.8% | 9.6% |
| Other | 7.7% | 5.5% | -2.2% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 1.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -2.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 2.5% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 99.1% | 90.5% | -8.6% | 81.4% | 9.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 83.6% 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 | 93.1% | 83.6% | -9.5% | 83.2% | 0.4% |
| European Union | 3.9% | 7.9% | 4.0% | 6.1% | 1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 3.6% | 2.1% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 83.8% | -8.7% | 83.2% | 0.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 8.5% | 8.2% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 2.6% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 3.3% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 1.8% | -2.7% | 1.9% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 83.5% | 76.7% | 6.8% |
| Ireland | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.1% | 1.5% | 0.6% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 6.9% | 13.5% | -6.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Buddhist | 1.6% | 0.5% | 1.1% |
| Muslim | 1.6% | 6.5% | -4.9% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.2% | 6.0% | -0.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Slade Road was 67.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.3% lower than the Didcot West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Slade Road has the 10th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Didcot West and the 88th highest crime rate of 456 local areas in South Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 44.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -9.9%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 93% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Slade Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £500,000 | 2025-03-27 | £498,081 |
| 6 Slade Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £366,000 | 2023-01-27 | £379,908 |
| 14 Slade Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2022-07-21 | £374,748 |
| 10 Slade Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2020-10-09 | £391,909 |
| 12 Slade Road, Didcot, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2020-06-22 | £380,046 |
OX11 7AP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 | 134 |
| Retired | 89 |
| Part-Time Employee | 36 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 29 |
| Education | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Other | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lydalls Nursery School Lydalls Road , OX11 7HX | 4out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Didcot Primary Academy Chestnut Drive , Great Western Park OX11 6DP | 4out of 4 | 269 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Aureus Primary School Clover Fields , Great Western Park OX11 6GS | - not rated | 527 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stephen Freeman Community Primary School Freeman Road , OX11 7BZ | 3out of 4 | 645 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Primary School Lydalls Close , OX11 7LB | 2out of 4 | 1,074 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northbourne Church of England Primary School Cockcroft Road , OX11 8LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,566 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aureus School Candytuft Way , Great Western Park OX11 6FF | - not rated | 496 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Oxfordshire Greenwood Way , Harwell OX11 6BZ | 3out of 4 | 578 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Didcot Girls' School Manor Crescent , OX11 7AJ | 4out of 4 | 898 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| St Birinus School Mereland Road , OX11 8AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,824 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Ltd | 140/142 Greenwood Way | 442 yd | |
| The Station Garden | THE STATION GARDEN, 2 GENTIAN MEWS | 554 yd | |
| Zigana Limited | 32 - 34 Wantage Road | 611 yd | |
| Churchills / Serial Griller | Unit 5, 134 Greenwood Way | 612 yd | |
| The Grace Space Cafe | Southern Neighbourhood Community Centre, 2 Sorrel Crescent | 743 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Wheatsheaf | Wantage Road | 706 yd | |
| The Barn (Didcot) Ltd | Foxhall Road | 951 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smarts Take Away | 129 Brasenose Road | 484 yd | |
| New Beijing Chinese Takeaway | 42 Wantage Road | 611 yd | |
| Chor Muang | 50 Wantage Road | 611 yd | |
| Fort Woks | Unit 7, Building B The District Centre, 110 Greenwood Way | 616 yd | |
| Chinese Cottage | 7 Park Road | 886 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Stores Ltd | Asda, 168 Greenwood Way | 633 yd | |
| Sainsburys | Sainsbury's Local, 53 Wantage Road | 706 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Gems Didcot Primary Academy GEMS DIDCOT PRIMARY ACADEMY GEMS DIDCOT PRIMARY ACADEMY CHESTNUT DRIVE | 385 yd | |
| Didcot Girls School MANOR CRESCENT | grass pitches | 433 yd |
| Aureus Primary School CLOVER FIELDS | grass pitches | 468 yd |
| Boundary Park GREENWOOD WAY | grass pitches | 590 yd |
| Loyd Recreation Park BRASENOSE ROAD | grass pitches | 621 yd |
| Utc Oxfordshire GREENWOOD WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 662 yd |
| Stephen Freeman Primary School FREEMAN ROAD | grass pitches | 683 yd |
| Aureus School CANDYTUFT WAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 785 yd |
| Edmunds Park PARK ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 834 yd |
| Manor School Didcot LYDALLS CLOSE | grass pitches | 984 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 | 79.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 167.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.