Main Street is in Grove, Wantage and in Vale Of White Horse district. OX12 7LE is located in the Grove North electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wantage. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Main Street, Grove, Wantage, OX12 7LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX12 7EZ, OX12 7LF, OX12 7LH, OX12 7LD, OX12 7JZ, OX12 7LQ, OX12 7LL, OX12 7FA, OX12 7LU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX12 7LE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 47.7% | 48.9% | 1.2% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 52.3% | 51.1% | -1.2% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 | 19.8% | 34.7% | 14.9% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.8% | 48.8% | -17.0% | 44.2% | 4.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 4.8% | 6.1% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 8.6% | 8% | -0.6% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 45.5% | 49.1% | 3.6% | 48.4% | 0.7% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 33.9% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 0.3% |
| Fair health | 14% | 11.4% | -2.6% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 4.8% | 2.1% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 19.3% | 11.3% | -8.0% | 18.2% | -6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.6% | 8% | -0.6% | 9.6% | -1.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 19.7% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 6.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.3% | 8.9% | 4.6% | 5.3% | 3.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.6% | 18.8% | 2.2% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.4% | 31.5% | 2.1% | 33.8% | -2.3% |
| Other | 4.3% | 1.9% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.6% | 97% | -1.6% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 95.9% | 94.1% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 5.2% | 4.3% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95% | 94.1% | -0.9% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 1.1% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.7% | 76.7% | 4.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Portugal | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 3% | 1.3% | 1.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.7% | 13.5% | 0.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Main Street was 116.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 94.6% higher than the Grove North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Main Street has the 3rd highest crime rate of 29 local areas in Grove North and the 42nd highest crime rate of 428 local areas in Vale of White Horse .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 65.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 975.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Firs Main Street, Wantage, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £525,000 | 2015-10-23 | £689,757 |
| The Firs Main Street, Wantage, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2011-08-31 | £526,651 |
OX12 7LE 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 7LE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 33% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 74 |
| Retired | 69 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 0 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Education | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Millbrook Primary School School Lane , Grove OX12 7LB | 2out of 4 | 71 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grove Church of England School North Drive , Grove OX12 7PW | 3out of 4 | 462 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wantage Primary Academy Rutherford Road , OX12 7GQ | - not rated | 2,195 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stockham Primary School Stockham Way , OX12 9HL | 4out of 4 | 2,368 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlton Primary School Charlton Village Road , OX12 7HG | 3out of 4 | 2,380 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 2,965 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | 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 | 1,929 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Huckleberry Therapeutic School Manor Farm, Manor Road , OX12 8HJ | - not rated | 2,607 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Munchies of Grove | 10 Millbrook Square | 91 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 14 Millbrook Square, Grove | 92 yd | |
| Elaichi Tandoori | 9 Millbrook Square, Grove | 92 yd | |
| Williams F1 Staff Restaurant | Williams, Station Road | 604 yd | |
| Williams Grand Prix Conference Centre | Station Road, Grove | 604 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bay Tree | The Green, Grove | 186 yd | |
| Bell Inn | Main Street, Grove | 207 yd | |
| Grove Rugby Club | Cane Lane, Grove | 810 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MILLBROOK FISH AND CHIPS | 6B MILLBROOK SQUARE, Grove | 92 yd | |
| Deja Vu | 6 Millbrook Square, Grove | 92 yd | |
| Peking Chef | Main Street, Grove | 180 yd | |
| EAGLE PIZZA | Grovelands Centre, 7 Savile Way | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 16 Millbrook Square, Grove | 92 yd | |
| Co-op Grove 1 | Co-op Grove, Grovelands Centre | 716 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grove Village Hall Main Street | 111 yd | |
| Old Mill Hall OLD MILL HALL OLD MILL HALL SCHOOL LANE | 164 yd | |
| Grove Recreation Lane GROVE PAVILION GROVE PAVILION CANE LANE | grass pitches | 958 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.