Saxon Place is in Wantage and in Vale Of White Horse district. OX12 9HX is located in the Wantage & Grove Brook electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wantage. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Saxon Place, Wantage, OX12 9HX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX12 9HU, OX12 9HJ, OX12 9XP, OX12 9HH, OX12 9ER, OX12 9ZE, OX12 9XR, OX12 9XU, OX12 9HQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX12 9HX is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49% | 51.4% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 51% | 48.6% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 36.3% | 36.1% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -1.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.5% | 50.6% | 8.1% | 44.2% | 6.4% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 2.1% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Divorced | 14.2% | 9% | -5.2% | 9.1% | -0.1% |
| Widowed | 3.8% | 2.1% | -1.7% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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 | 49% | 43% | -6.0% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 41.5% | 5.8% | 33.6% | 7.9% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 12.3% | -0.6% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.6% | 14.9% | -0.7% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.3% | 13.6% | -5.7% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.5% | 14% | -3.5% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 6.8% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 15.7% | 5.3% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 31.1% | 30.2% | -0.9% | 33.8% | -3.6% |
| Other | 3.3% | 4.7% | 1.4% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed Other | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.2% | 98.6% | 1.4% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 93.2% | 91% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 1.6% | 5.1% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Africa | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.8% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 91% | -1.8% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.2% | 3.2% | 9.8% | -6.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.8% | 1.8% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -1.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 2.2% | -1.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 2.9% | 0.5% | 1.9% | 1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76.5% | 76.7% | -0.2% |
| France | 2.2% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| Poland | 2.5% | 1.3% | 1.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| No passport held | 15.2% | 13.5% | 1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 52.3% | 37.2% | 15.1% |
| Christian | 41.5% | 46.2% | -4.7% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Saxon Place was 11.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 77.7% lower than the Wantage & Grove Brook average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Saxon Place has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Wantage & Grove Brook and the 50th lowest crime rate of 428 local areas in Vale of White Horse .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 3.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -38.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Saxon Place, Wantage, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2024-10-11 | £304,755 |
| 28 Saxon Place, Wantage, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-08-23 | £271,293 |
| 15 Saxon Place, Wantage, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £257,500 | 2023-11-02 | £281,080 |
| 13 Saxon Place, Wantage, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £275,000 | 2022-11-11 | £289,634 |
| 1 Saxon Place, Wantage, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £270,500 | 2022-03-02 | £284,487 |
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Part-Time Employee | 23 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 19 |
| Education | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Information and communication | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Stockham Primary School Stockham Way , OX12 9HL | 4out of 4 | 418 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicholas CofE Primary School Sarajac Avenue , East Challow OX12 9RY | 3out of 4 | 1,191 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wantage Church of England Primary School Newbury Street , OX12 8DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,672 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlton Primary School Charlton Village Road , OX12 7HG | 3out of 4 | 2,237 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Millbrook Primary School School Lane , Grove OX12 7LB | 2out of 4 | 2,403 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 | 1,260 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 | 792 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Huckleberry Therapeutic School Manor Farm, Manor Road , OX12 8HJ | - not rated | 2,177 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Community of St Mary the Virgin at Wantage, St | St Marys Convent, Challow Road | 490 yd | |
| Baxter Storey Limited | Crown Packaging, Downsview Road | 573 yd | |
| The Buzz Cafe | 21 Mill Street, Wantage | 955 yd | |
| House Of Spice | 2-4 Mill Street, Wantage | 1,022 yd | |
| Marmalade | 30 Market Place | 1,077 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Lamb Inn | 59 Mill Street | 955 yd | |
| Blackbird | 30 Market Place, Wantage | 1,057 yd | |
| Challows Royal British Legion Club Ltd | Flat, The Royal British Legion, Letcombe Hill | 1,065 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penguin Fish Bar | 26 Mill Street, Wantage | 1,022 yd | |
| Soros | 14 Mill Street, Wantage | 1,022 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| King Alfred'S Academy (West Site) CHALLOW ROAD | grass pitches | 491 yd |
| Fitzwaryn School DENCHWORTH ROAD | grass pitches | 642 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 | 38.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 114.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.