Haywards Close is in Wantage and in Vale Of White Horse district. OX12 7AT is located in the Wantage Charlton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wantage. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Haywards Close, Wantage, OX12 7AT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX12 7AR, OX12 7AQ, OX12 7FJ, OX12 7AH, OX12 7DX, OX12 7DY, OX12 7AL, OX12 7AP, OX12 8EG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OX12 7AT, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.6% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 57.9% | 55.6% | -2.3% | 51.0% | 4.6% |
| Male | 42.1% | 44.4% | 2.3% | 49.0% | -4.6% |
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 | 24.6% | 29% | 4.4% | 37.9% | -8.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 43.8% | 41.2% | -2.6% | 44.2% | -3.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.8% | 2.1% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 9.1% | 11.1% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 2.0% |
| Widowed | 19.7% | 16.1% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 10.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.9% | 43.5% | 3.6% | 48.4% | -4.9% |
| Good health | 30.5% | 31.5% | 1.0% | 33.6% | -2.1% |
| Fair health | 14.7% | 18.7% | 4.0% | 12.7% | 6.0% |
| Bad health | 7.8% | 6.1% | -1.7% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 7.2% | 0.2% | -7.0% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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% | 21.5% | -8.7% | 18.2% | 3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.8% | 9.4% | -0.4% | 9.6% | -0.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.5% | 10.5% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.2% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.4% | 12.9% | 3.5% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 32.6% | 36.7% | 4.1% | 33.8% | 2.9% |
| Other | 3.7% | 4.7% | 1.0% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.1% 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 | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 96.7% | 95.1% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 13.7% |
In this area, 90.2% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.2% | 90.2% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 3.1% | 5.6% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.6% | 0.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 2% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -3.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.2% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.8% | 90% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6% | 5.4% | 9.8% | -3.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 2.5% | 1.7% | 2.9% | -0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 1.1% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0.4% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.2% | 76.7% | -2.5% |
| Ireland | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 21.3% | 13.5% | 7.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 50.8% | 46.2% | 4.6% |
| Buddhist | 0.2% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 6.9% | 6.0% | 0.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Haywards Close was 71.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 35.9% higher than the Wantage & Grove Brook average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Haywards Close has the 11th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Wantage & Grove Brook and the 90th highest crime rate of 428 local areas in Vale of White Horse .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 30.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -63.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% 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 Haywards Close, Wantage, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2023-08-31 | £582,643 |
| 15 Haywards Close, Wantage, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £460,000 | 2023-05-22 | £501,343 |
| 23 Haywards Close, Wantage, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £580,000 | 2022-11-01 | £615,594 |
| 13 Haywards Close, Wantage, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £492,500 | 2022-07-25 | £532,910 |
| 7 Haywards Close, Wantage, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £462,500 | 2022-03-18 | £510,929 |
OX12 7AT 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in OX12 7AT area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 129 |
| Full-Time Employee | 119 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 21 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Education | 26 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Information and communication | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wantage Church of England Primary School Newbury Street , OX12 8DJ | 3out of 4 | 751 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlton Primary School Charlton Village Road , OX12 7HG | 3out of 4 | 790 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockham Primary School Stockham Way , OX12 9HL | 4out of 4 | 1,123 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wantage Primary Academy Rutherford Road , OX12 7GQ | - not rated | 1,514 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Millbrook Primary School School Lane , Grove OX12 7LB | 2out of 4 | 2,423 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Alfred's Portway , OX12 9BY | 2out of 4 | 731 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Huckleberry Therapeutic School Manor Farm, Manor Road , OX12 8HJ | - not rated | 650 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fitzwaryn School Denchworth Road , OX12 9ET | 4out of 4 | 971 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Down to Earth Community Cafe | Wantage Day Centre, Stirlings Close | 158 yd | |
| The Heritage Bakery | 18/20, Wallingford Street | 349 yd | |
| Masooms Wantage | 14 Wallingford Street, Wantage | 364 yd | |
| The Cake Bar | 6B Grove Street, Wantage | 450 yd | |
| Wildwood Kitchen | 42-43 Market Place, Wantage | 451 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Arms | 39 Wallingford Street | 310 yd | |
| Abingdon Arms | 87 Grove Street | 313 yd | |
| Delaneys Club | The Regent Mall, Newbury Street | 454 yd | |
| Blue Boar | 4 Newbury Street | 489 yd | |
| King Alfreds Head | 31 Market Place | 530 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caprinos Wantage | 28 Wallingford Street, Wantage | 342 yd | |
| Pan Cook House | 32 Wallingford Street, Wantage | 349 yd | |
| USA Fried Chicken | 24 Wallingford Street, Wantage | 349 yd | |
| Wantage Chippy | 26 Wallingford Street, Wantage | 349 yd | |
| Mr Pizza | 30 Wallingford Street, Wantage | 349 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waitrose | Wallingford Street, Wantage | 363 yd | |
| Sainsburys | Unit 8, Kings Park, Limborough Road | 420 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King Alfred'S Academy (East Site) (Closed) Springfield Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 430 yd |
| K.A Fitness Ltd 8-10 8-10 GROVE STREET | health and fitness suite | 430 yd |
| St Marys School (Closed) Newbury Street | swimming pool | 569 yd |
| King Alfred'S Academy (Centre Site) PORTWAY | grass pitches | 788 yd |
| Charlton Primary School CHARLTON VILLAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 810 yd |
| Wantage Leisure Centre PORTWAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 861 yd |
| Tugwell Field Reading Road | grass pitches | 885 yd |
| Wantage Tennis Club MANOR ROAD | tennis courts | 958 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 | 79.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 143.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.