Evenlode Drive is in Didcot and in South Oxfordshire district. OX11 7XQ is located in the Didcot North East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wantage. This postcode has been in use since 1995-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Evenlode Drive, Didcot, OX11 7XQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX11 7RY, OX11 7XG, OX11 7XF, OX11 7XE, OX11 7UH, OX11 7RX, OX11 7UQ, OX11 7UG, OX11 7TW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX11 7XQ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.2% | 51.5% | -0.7% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 47.8% | 48.5% | 0.7% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 37.4% | 36.8% | -0.6% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 50.4% | -2.4% | 44.2% | 6.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 2.3% | 0.6% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 7.7% | 6.4% | -1.3% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 0.4% | 1.9% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -4.2% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.3%) 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 | 63.5% | 57.1% | -6.4% | 48.4% | 8.7% |
| Good health | 31.1% | 34.2% | 3.1% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 4.4% | 6.6% | 2.2% | 12.7% | -6.1% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 2.1% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
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 | 6.8% | 10.1% | 3.3% | 18.2% | -8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 9% | -5.5% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 12.4% | -6.3% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 3% | 4.5% | 1.5% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.6% | 19.9% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 3.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.9% | 42.3% | 4.4% | 33.8% | 8.5% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.9% | -3.6% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 3.3% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 4.9% | 3.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 2.4% | 0.2% | 1.6% | 0.8% |
| Black African | 2.8% | 1.5% | -1.3% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| White | 90.3% | 85.4% | -4.9% | 81.4% | 4.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Arab | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
In this area, 76.7% 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 | 84.6% | 76.7% | -7.9% | 83.2% | -6.5% |
| European Union | 5.7% | 10% | 4.3% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 3.8% | 1.5% | -2.3% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 4.7% | 9.4% | 4.7% | 5.6% | 3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 84.6% | 76.7% | -7.9% | 83.2% | -6.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 7.9% | 6.0% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 6.4% | 3.6% | 2.9% | 3.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.4% | 2.7% | -1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.3% | 6.4% | 0.1% | 1.9% | 4.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.7% | 76.7% | -5.0% |
| France | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Eastern Asia | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Southern Asia | 4.5% | 1.2% | 3.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 7.5% | 13.5% | -6.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.9% | 37.2% | 10.7% |
| Christian | 40.9% | 46.2% | -5.3% |
| Hindu | 6.1% | 1.7% | 4.4% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Evenlode Drive was 45.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.4% lower than the Didcot North East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Evenlode Drive has the 9th highest crime rate of 24 local areas in Didcot North East and the 171st highest crime rate of 456 local areas in South Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 33.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -14.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Evenlode Drive, Didcot, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2023-09-15 | £396,501 |
| 76 Evenlode Drive, Didcot, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2022-04-14 | £337,561 |
| 30 Evenlode Drive, Didcot, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £345,000 | 2021-09-15 | £366,472 |
| 45 Evenlode Drive, Didcot, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2021-07-15 | £286,461 |
| 42 Evenlode Drive, Didcot, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £266,000 | 2021-06-29 | £285,872 |
OX11 7XQ 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 | 164 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Retired | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 31 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 29 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 17 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lydalls Nursery School Lydalls Road , OX11 7HX | 4out of 4 | 546 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 | 482 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ladygrove Park Primary School Avon Way , OX11 7GB | 4out of 4 | 673 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Willowcroft Community School Mereland Road , OX11 8BA | 3out of 4 | 1,100 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Primary School Lydalls Close , OX11 7LB | 2out of 4 | 1,144 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northbourne Church of England Primary School Cockcroft Road , OX11 8LJ | 3out of 4 | 1,761 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 | 1,213 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Didcot Girls' School Manor Crescent , OX11 7AJ | 4out of 4 | 1,325 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Aureus School Candytuft Way , Great Western Park OX11 6FF | - not rated | 2,708 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Oxfordshire Greenwood Way , Harwell OX11 6BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,788 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 | 406 yd | |
| KFC | 26A Orchard Street | 496 yd | |
| Berro Lounge | 44 Orchard Street | 506 yd | |
| Starbucks | 59 Orchard Street | 506 yd | |
| Nando's | The Orchard Centre, 36 Orchard Street | 506 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Ladygrove Generous George | 23 Cow Lane | 314 yd | |
| Prince of Wales | 113 Station Road | 529 yd | |
| GWR Staff Association | Station Road | 581 yd | |
| Broadways | Broadway | 589 yd | |
| Didcot Town Football & Social Club | Didcot Town Football & Social Club, NPower Loop Meadow Stadium | 611 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ladygrove Fish Bar | 6 Lostock Place | 465 yd | |
| Fully Loaded / Imperial Grill | 4 Lostock Place | 465 yd | |
| Greggs | 10 Orchard Street | 507 yd | |
| Didcot Kebab | 100 Broadway | 552 yd | |
| Broadway spice | 92 Broadway | 552 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, Central Drive | 422 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 66 Orchard Street | 506 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi, Broadway | 508 yd | |
| Your Own Market (YOM) Ltd | 140-142 Broadway | 642 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Foods Ltd, 3-5 Market Place | 651 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Lady Grove Park | grass pitches, tennis courts | 467 yd |
| Re:Defined Health & Fitness (Closed) Broadway | health and fitness suite | 522 yd |
| Npower Loop Meadow Stadium LOOP MEADOW LOOP MEADOW BOWMONT WATER | grass pitches | 628 yd |
| Willowbrook Leisure Centre WILLOWBROOK WILLOWBROOK BOWMONT WATER | health and fitness suite | 673 yd |
| Ladygrove Park Primary School AVON WAY | grass pitches | 786 yd |
| The Exercise Lounge 224A 224A BROADWAY | health and fitness suite | 901 yd |
| Willowcroft Community School Mereland Road | grass pitches | 1,090 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 | 80.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 80.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 80.4% |
| 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 | 47.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 127.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.