Charlton Village Road is in Charlton, Wantage and in Vale Of White Horse district. OX12 7HG 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 Charlton Village Road, Charlton, Wantage, OX12 7HG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX12 7HN, OX12 7HW, OX12 7HB, OX12 7HD, OX12 7HQ, OX12 7HH, OX12 7EH, OX12 7HA, OX12 7EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX12 7HG has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.7% | 49.7% | -4.0% | 51.0% | -1.3% |
| Male | 46.3% | 50.3% | 4.0% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 17.6% | 31.3% | 13.7% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.6% | 50% | -11.6% | 44.2% | 5.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.1% | 0.5% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 8.2% | 1.9% | 9.1% | -0.9% |
| Widowed | 12.9% | 7.7% | -5.2% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
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 (87.8%) 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 | 48.2% | 55.1% | 6.9% | 48.4% | 6.7% |
| Good health | 34.5% | 32.7% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -0.9% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 8.4% | -5.0% | 12.7% | -4.3% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.5% | -0.7% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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.
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 51.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 14.1% | 10.5% | -3.6% | 18.2% | -7.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11% | 6.2% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.1% | 9.5% | -6.6% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 2.3% | -0.8% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 17.5% | 10.4% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.9% | 51.9% | 8.0% | 33.8% | 18.1% |
| Other | 4.7% | 2.1% | -2.6% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 93.4% 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% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.7% | -0.1% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 3.1% | -2.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| White | 99.4% | 93.4% | -6.0% | 81.4% | 12.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 91.1% 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 | 92.7% | 91.1% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 7.9% |
| European Union | 3.2% | 3.3% | 0.1% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1% | 2.1% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 90.9% | -0.5% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 5.6% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 1.6% | 1.3% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.9% | 1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.1% | 0.8% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.7% | 76.7% | 9.0% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| North Africa | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.6% | 13.5% | -2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.9% | 37.2% | 14.7% |
| Christian | 40.9% | 46.2% | -5.3% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 6.4% | 6.0% | 0.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Charlton Village Road was 41.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 20.5% lower than the Wantage & Grove Brook average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Charlton Village Road has the 15th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Wantage & Grove Brook and the 183rd highest crime rate of 428 local areas in Vale of White Horse .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 14.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Charlton Village Road, Wantage, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £199,950 | 2009-10-05 | £369,435 |
OX12 7HG 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 | 183 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Self-Employed | 41 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlton Primary School Charlton Village Road , OX12 7HG | 3out of 4 | 70 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wantage Primary Academy Rutherford Road , OX12 7GQ | - not rated | 721 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wantage Church of England Primary School Newbury Street , OX12 8DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,428 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockham Primary School Stockham Way , OX12 9HL | 4out of 4 | 1,818 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millbrook Primary School School Lane , Grove OX12 7LB | 2out of 4 | 2,277 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 | 1,526 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 | 356 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Fitzwaryn School Denchworth Road , OX12 9ET | 4out of 4 | 1,501 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wantage Around Table | Holy Trinity Church, Charlton Village Road | 82 yd | |
| Kingsgrove Catering | 10 Cowslip Road | 650 yd | |
| Down to Earth Community Cafe | Wantage Day Centre, Stirlings Close | 902 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lord Nelson | 78 Charlton Road | 318 yd | |
| Abingdon Arms | 87 Grove Street | 1,037 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Charlton Primary School CHARLTON VILLAGE ROAD | grass pitches | 5 yd |
| Tugwell Field Reading Road | grass pitches | 364 yd |
| King Alfred'S Academy (East Site) (Closed) Springfield Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 602 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 | 55.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 55.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 55.6% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.