Arun Mews is in Didcot and in South Oxfordshire district. OX11 7QX is located in the Didcot North East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wantage. This postcode has been in use since 1990-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Arun Mews, Didcot, OX11 7QX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX11 7QR, OX11 7QT, OX11 9BL, OX11 7QU, OX11 7QS, OX11 7QJ, OX11 7RH, OX11 7QE, OX11 8ES.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX11 7QX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.8% | 51.3% | 1.5% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 50.2% | 48.7% | -1.5% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around OX11 7QX, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 48.9% | 44.1% | -4.8% | 37.9% | 6.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.3% | 36.5% | 3.2% | 44.2% | -7.7% |
| Separated | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 12.9% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 3.8% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 2.9% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -3.2% |
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 | 49% | 55.8% | 6.8% | 48.4% | 7.4% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 24.3% | -15.5% | 33.6% | -9.3% |
| Fair health | 7.9% | 15.5% | 7.6% | 12.7% | 2.8% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 3.5% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.2% | -0.3% |
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 | 13.8% | 17.1% | 3.3% | 18.2% | -1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.3% | 14.7% | -6.6% | 9.6% | 5.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 13.5% | -6.6% | 13.4% | 0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 3.5% | 0.6% | 5.3% | -1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 10.6% | 0.3% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 28.2% | 38.2% | 10.0% | 33.8% | 4.4% |
| Other | 3.4% | 2.4% | -1.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 98.3% | 96.9% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 85.9% 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 | 94.6% | 85.9% | -8.7% | 83.2% | 2.7% |
| European Union | 3.7% | 9.3% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 3.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.8% | 1.0% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.6% | 86.3% | -8.3% | 83.2% | 3.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.6% | 6.6% | 9.8% | -3.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 4.4% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 1.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.2% | 76.7% | -12.5% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Portugal | 3.1% | 0.5% | 2.6% |
| Poland | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 2.6% | 0.9% | 1.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Central and South America | 1.3% | 0.2% | 1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.3% | 37.2% | 14.1% |
| Christian | 41.6% | 46.2% | -4.6% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Arun Mews was 29.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 37.4% lower than the Didcot North East average. The most reported crime type was Criminal damage and arson.
Arun Mews has the 10th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Didcot North East and the 183rd lowest crime rate of 456 local areas in South Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 9.3%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 98% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Arun Mews, Didcot, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £236,000 | 2012-04-04 | £390,779 |
| 1 Arun Mews, Didcot, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2005-05-20 | £467,899 |
| 3 Arun Mews, Didcot, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £173,500 | 2001-12-07 | £468,175 |
| 5 Arun Mews, Didcot, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £165,000 | 2001-07-06 | £452,419 |
| 5 Arun Mews, Didcot, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £112,950 | 1999-04-23 | £431,494 |
OX11 7QX 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lydalls Nursery School Lydalls Road , OX11 7HX | 4out of 4 | 1,041 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| All Saints Church of England (Aided) Primary School Tamar Way , OX11 7QH | 3out of 4 | 137 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willowcroft Community School Mereland Road , OX11 8BA | 3out of 4 | 1,167 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladygrove Park Primary School Avon Way , OX11 7GB | 4out of 4 | 1,180 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Primary School Lydalls Close , OX11 7LB | 2out of 4 | 1,589 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northbourne Church of England Primary School Cockcroft Road , OX11 8LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,871 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Birinus School Mereland Road , OX11 8AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,260 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Didcot Girls' School Manor Crescent , OX11 7AJ | 4out of 4 | 1,758 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Aureus School Candytuft Way , Great Western Park OX11 6FF | - not rated | 3,150 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Oxfordshire Greenwood Way , Harwell OX11 6BZ | 3out of 4 | 3,209 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lusso | 39 Orchard Street | 608 yd | |
| Costa | Tesco Stores Ltd, Wallingford Road | 660 yd | |
| Djangos Smoke House | 126 Broadway | 756 yd | |
| Caprinos Pizza Ltd | 88 Broadway | 756 yd | |
| KFC | 26A Orchard Street | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ladygrove Generous George | 23 Cow Lane | 812 yd | |
| Broadways | Broadway | 869 yd | |
| Prince of Wales | 113 Station Road | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Didcot Kebab | 100 Broadway | 756 yd | |
| Broadway spice | 92 Broadway | 756 yd | |
| Choi's | 106 Broadway | 756 yd | |
| Greggs | 10 Orchard Street | 798 yd | |
| Ladygrove Fish Bar | 6 Lostock Place | 903 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, Broadway | 256 yd | |
| Tesco Superstore | Wallingford Road | 660 yd | |
| Sainsburys | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, Central Drive | 756 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 66 Orchard Street | 806 yd | |
| Your Own Market (YOM) Ltd | 140-142 Broadway | 943 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Re:Defined Health & Fitness (Closed) Broadway | health and fitness suite | 264 yd |
| Hadden Hill Golf Course HADDEN HILL | golf | 1,004 yd |
| Lady Grove Park | grass pitches, tennis courts | 1,022 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 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 65.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.