The Croft is in Didcot and in South Oxfordshire district. OX11 8HR is located in the Didcot South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wantage. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Croft, Didcot, OX11 8HR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX11 8HS, OX11 8AT, OX11 8HD, OX11 8AY, OX11 8HP, OX11 8HQ, OX11 8EG, OX11 8AU, OX11 8HT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX11 8HR is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.9% | 50.6% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 49.1% | 49.4% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 0.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around OX11 8HR, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 42.4% 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 | 36% | 42.4% | 6.4% | 37.9% | 4.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.7% | 42.4% | -3.3% | 44.2% | -1.8% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 9.9% | -1.0% | 9.1% | 0.8% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 2.3% | -2.5% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
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 | 45.4% | 38.1% | -7.3% | 48.4% | -10.3% |
| Good health | 31.8% | 41.8% | 10.0% | 33.6% | 8.2% |
| Fair health | 16% | 14.4% | -1.6% | 12.7% | 1.7% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 5.2% | 0.0% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 | 30.2% | 20.9% | -9.3% | 18.2% | 2.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 11.6% | -4.5% | 9.6% | 2.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 13.7% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 0.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 2.6% | -1.3% | 5.3% | -2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.7% | 16% | 8.3% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.9% | 32.3% | 10.4% | 33.8% | -1.5% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.9% | -1.6% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 92.8% 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 | 1.3% | 1% | -0.3% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 3.1% | -0.6% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.6% | 0.5% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 92.7% | 92.8% | 0.1% | 81.4% | 11.4% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 84.6% 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 | 87.1% | 84.6% | -2.5% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| European Union | 7.1% | 8.4% | 1.3% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 4% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 2.5% | 2.0% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| 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 | 86.9% | 84.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 1.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.8% | 7.7% | 6.9% | 9.8% | -2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.9% | 3.7% | 0.8% | 2.9% | 0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 2.5% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 7.6% | 1.5% | -6.1% | 1.9% | -0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 69.3% | 76.7% | -7.4% |
| Ireland | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| France | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19.8% | 13.5% | 6.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.1% | 37.2% | 1.9% |
| Christian | 46.3% | 46.2% | 0.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 2.5% | 1.7% | 0.8% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 10.4% | 6.0% | 4.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Croft was 104.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 149.3% higher than the Cholsey average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
The Croft has the 8th highest crime rate of 46 local areas in Cholsey and the 35th highest crime rate of 456 local areas in South Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 52.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.9%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 The Croft, Didcot, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2017-12-19 | £403,047 |
| 20 The Croft, Didcot, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £277,000 | 2016-04-15 | £363,497 |
| 24A The Croft, Didcot, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £237,500 | 2015-05-19 | £331,351 |
| 22 The Croft, Didcot, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £238,000 | 2010-05-28 | £420,859 |
| 10 The Croft, Didcot, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2009-06-26 | £326,778 |
| Full-Time Employee | 147 |
| Part-Time Employee | 55 |
| Retired | 48 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Other | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 45 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Transport and storage | 18 |
| Education | 17 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| 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 | 889 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Willowcroft Community School Mereland Road , OX11 8BA | 3out of 4 | 127 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Northbourne Church of England Primary School Cockcroft Road , OX11 8LJ | 3out of 4 | 829 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Manor Primary School Lydalls Close , OX11 7LB | 2out of 4 | 1,021 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| All Saints Church of England (Aided) Primary School Tamar Way , OX11 7QH | 3out of 4 | 1,115 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hagbourne Church of England Primary School Main Road , East Hagbourne OX11 9LR | 3out of 4 | 1,427 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | 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 | 224 yd | Academy converter | No | Boys | More About School |
| Didcot Girls' School Manor Crescent , OX11 7AJ | 4out of 4 | 1,115 yd | Academy converter | No | Girls | More About School |
| Aureus School Candytuft Way , Great Western Park OX11 6FF | - not rated | 2,376 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Oxfordshire Greenwood Way , Harwell OX11 6BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,392 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Djangos Smoke House | 126 Broadway | 457 yd | |
| Caprinos Pizza Ltd | 88 Broadway | 457 yd | |
| Loco Burrito - Didcot / Broadway Baguettes - Didcot | 131 Broadway | 458 yd | |
| Snack@Teas | 146 Broadway | 504 yd | |
| Salinas 2 Cafe | 152 Broadway | 531 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Broadways | Broadway | 488 yd | |
| Marlborough Club | 227 Broadway | 806 yd | |
| Didcot Civic Hall | Civic Hall, Britwell Road | 904 yd | |
| Prince of Wales | 113 Station Road | 978 yd | |
| GWR Staff Association | Station Road | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Circle | 4 The Croft | 1 yd | |
| Didcot Fish Bar | 8 Ridgeway Road | 57 yd | |
| Didcot Kebab | 100 Broadway | 457 yd | |
| Broadway spice | 92 Broadway | 457 yd | |
| Choi's | 106 Broadway | 457 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Your Own Market (YOM) Ltd | 140-142 Broadway | 497 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | 66 Orchard Street | 549 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | Iceland Foods Ltd, 3-5 Market Place | 550 yd | |
| Balbinka | 170-172 Broadway, DIDCOT | 561 yd | |
| Sainsburys | Sainsburys Supermarkets Ltd, Central Drive | 625 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Willowcroft Community School Mereland Road | grass pitches | 223 yd |
| Didcot Leisure Centre MERELAND ROAD | squash courts | 346 yd |
| St Birinus School MERELAND ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 358 yd |
| The Triangle - St Birinus School THE CRESCENT | grass pitches | 656 yd |
| The Exercise Lounge 224A 224A BROADWAY | health and fitness suite | 723 yd |
| Re:Defined Health & Fitness (Closed) Broadway | health and fitness suite | 777 yd |
| Didcot Wave Leisure Pool & Gym NEWLANDS AVENUE | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 831 yd |
| Northbourne C Of E Primary School Cockcroft Road | grass pitches | 883 yd |
| The Marlborough Club BROADWAY | 930 yd | |
| East Hagbourne Recreation Ground New Road | grass pitches | 987 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 | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 150.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.