Liberator Lane is in Grove, Wantage and in Vale Of White Horse district. OX12 0FW is located in the Grove North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wantage. This postcode has been in use since 2019-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Liberator Lane, Grove, Wantage, OX12 0FW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX12 0LP, OX12 0LW, OX12 0FP, OX12 0FN, OX12 0LN, OX12 0LG, OX12 0LB, OX12 0LU, OX12 0LH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX12 0FW is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.6% | 50.1% | -0.5% | 51.0% | -0.9% |
| Male | 49.4% | 49.9% | 0.5% | 49.0% | 0.9% |
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 OX12 0FW, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.3% 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 | 31.9% | 47.3% | 15.4% | 37.9% | 9.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 38% | 43.7% | 5.7% | 44.2% | -0.5% |
| Separated | 3.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 13% | 6.5% | -6.5% | 9.1% | -2.6% |
| Widowed | 13.4% | 0.4% | -13.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (97%) 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 | 45.6% | 62.1% | 16.5% | 48.4% | 13.7% |
| Good health | 35.2% | 34.9% | -0.3% | 33.6% | 1.3% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 3.1% | -9.2% | 12.7% | -9.6% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 0% | -4.2% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 2.7% | 0% | -2.7% | 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.
In the area around OX12 0FW this area, 5.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 44.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 31.5% | 5.4% | -26.1% | 18.2% | -12.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.5% | 4.7% | -13.8% | 9.6% | -4.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.3% | 14.7% | -0.6% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 3.2% | -3.7% | 5.3% | -2.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.8% | 26.2% | 17.4% | 16.9% | 9.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.8% | 44.4% | 29.6% | 33.8% | 10.6% |
| Other | 4.2% | 1.4% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.3% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 3.1% | -1.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 7.4% | 7.4% | 2.5% | 4.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| White | 100% | 85.6% | -14.4% | 81.4% | 4.2% |
| Other | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
In this area, 83.1% 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 | 96.2% | 83.1% | -13.1% | 83.2% | -0.1% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 6.4% | 4.5% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 5.4% | 5.0% | 2.7% | 2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.3% | -0.8% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.2% | 82.3% | -13.9% | 83.2% | -0.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 11.6% | 11.6% | 9.8% | 1.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.5% | 2.5% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 2.3% | -1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.2% | 76.7% | 1.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 2.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.5% | 1.5% | -1.0% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 1.5% | 0.2% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 11.9% | 13.5% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.1% | 37.2% | 15.9% |
| Christian | 36.2% | 46.2% | -10.0% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Sikh | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.6% | 6.0% | -0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Liberator Lane was 39.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 33.6% lower than the Grove North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Liberator Lane has the 12th highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Grove North and the 192nd highest crime rate of 428 local areas in Vale of White Horse .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -7.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% 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 Liberator Lane, Wantage, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £321,000 | 2025-06-20 | £337,927 |
| 20 Liberator Lane, Wantage, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £317,000 | 2024-08-02 | £349,248 |
| 20 Liberator Lane, Wantage, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2024-04-30 | £341,189 |
| 26 Liberator Lane, Wantage, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £347,500 | 2024-02-28 | £385,241 |
| 18 Liberator Lane, Wantage, Oxfordshire Terraced, a newly built property | £304,995 | 2021-09-10 | £370,302 |
OX12 0FW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 194 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Retired | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Education | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney The Causeway , OX12 0JN | 3out of 4 | 674 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Church of England School North Drive , Grove OX12 7PW | 3out of 4 | 2,419 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millbrook Primary School School Lane , Grove OX12 7LB | 2out of 4 | 2,813 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wantage Primary Academy Rutherford Road , OX12 7GQ | - not rated | 4,477 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlton Primary School Charlton Village Road , OX12 7HG | 3out of 4 | 4,933 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitzwaryn School Denchworth Road , OX12 9ET | 4out of 4 | 4,669 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Huckleberry Therapeutic School Manor Farm, Manor Road , OX12 8HJ | - not rated | 5,201 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hanney Spice | School Road, West Hanney | 311 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough at Hanney | Plough Inn, Church Street | 214 yd | |
| Hanney Royal British Legion 66 Club Ltd | Mill Orchard, East Hanney | 862 yd | |
| The Black Horse | Main Street, East Hanney | 1,061 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Hanney War Memorial Hall BROOKSIDE | 802 yd | |
| East Hanney Playing Field BROOKSIDE | grass pitches | 803 yd |
| West Hanney Playing Field BROOKSIDE | grass pitches, tennis courts | 835 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 | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 91.7% |
| 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 | 8.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.