North Drive is in Grove, Wantage and in Vale Of White Horse district. OX12 7PW 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 North Drive, Grove, Wantage, OX12 7PW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX12 7PN, OX12 7PX, OX12 7PY, OX12 7FF, OX12 7PL, OX12 7FD, OX12 0AJ, OX12 7PR, OX12 7FE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OX12 7PW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.9% 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 | 50.4% | 55.9% | 5.5% | 51.0% | 4.9% |
| Male | 49.6% | 44.1% | -5.5% | 49.0% | -4.9% |
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 | 29.3% | 36.1% | 6.8% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 47.7% | 34.7% | -13.0% | 44.2% | -9.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 9% | 13.2% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 4.1% |
| Widowed | 11.7% | 13.2% | 1.5% | 6.1% | 7.1% |
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 lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (62%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.4% | 31% | -9.4% | 48.4% | -17.4% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 31% | -5.4% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 26.8% | 9.2% | 12.7% | 14.1% |
| Bad health | 4.8% | 10.1% | 5.3% | 4.0% | 6.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 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.
In the area around OX12 7PW this area, 35.2% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 20%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 35.6% | 35.2% | -0.4% | 18.2% | 17.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 11% | -2.5% | 9.6% | 1.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9% | 10.3% | 1.3% | 13.4% | -3.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 4.8% | -0.6% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 13.8% | 3.4% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 20% | 0.2% | 33.8% | -13.8% |
| Other | 6.3% | 4.8% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black African | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.4% | 95.8% | -2.6% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 92.9% 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 | 94% | 92.9% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| European Union | 3.6% | 6% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 0.6% | -0.2% | 5.6% | -5.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.2% | 92.9% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 9.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 6.5% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.1% | 76.7% | -14.6% |
| Ireland | 1.8% | 0.6% | 1.2% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 32% | 13.5% | 18.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Jewish | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.7% |
| Not answered | 8.9% | 6.0% | 2.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around North Drive was 11.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.8% lower than the Grove North average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
North Drive has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Grove North and the 48th lowest crime rate of 428 local areas in Vale of White Horse .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 11.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -64.6%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 33 North Drive, Wantage, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2023-02-22 | £276,908 |
| 23 North Drive, Wantage, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2019-07-10 | £418,071 |
| 39 North Drive, Wantage, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2008-10-17 | £357,000 |
| 23 North Drive, Wantage, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2004-05-14 | £377,747 |
| 23 North Drive, Wantage, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2002-05-22 | £390,188 |
OX12 7PW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 7PW 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 | 51 |
| Full-Time Employee | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 5 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Grove Church of England School North Drive , Grove OX12 7PW | 3out of 4 | 125 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millbrook Primary School School Lane , Grove OX12 7LB | 2out of 4 | 498 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wantage Primary Academy Rutherford Road , OX12 7GQ | - not rated | 2,336 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St James Church of England Primary School, Hanney The Causeway , OX12 0JN | 3out of 4 | 2,634 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlton Primary School Charlton Village Road , OX12 7HG | 3out of 4 | 2,635 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 | 3,351 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 | 2,340 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Huckleberry Therapeutic School Manor Farm, Manor Road , OX12 8HJ | - not rated | 2,884 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Williams F1 Staff Restaurant | Williams, Station Road | 297 yd | |
| Williams Grand Prix Conference Centre | Station Road, Grove | 297 yd | |
| Munchies of Grove | 10 Millbrook Square | 514 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 14 Millbrook Square, Grove | 519 yd | |
| Elaichi Tandoori | 9 Millbrook Square, Grove | 519 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bay Tree | The Green, Grove | 334 yd | |
| Bell Inn | Main Street, Grove | 599 yd | |
| Volunteer Inn | Station Road, Grove | 973 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| MILLBROOK FISH AND CHIPS | 6B MILLBROOK SQUARE, Grove | 519 yd | |
| Deja Vu | 6 Millbrook Square, Grove | 519 yd | |
| Peking Chef | Main Street, Grove | 592 yd | |
| EAGLE PIZZA | Grovelands Centre, 7 Savile Way | 1,093 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 16 Millbrook Square, Grove | 519 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Old Mill Hall OLD MILL HALL OLD MILL HALL SCHOOL LANE | 502 yd | |
| Grove Village Hall Main Street | 531 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 | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 95.7% |
| 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 | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 169.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.