The Lanterns is in Steventon, Abingdon and in Vale Of White Horse district. OX13 6FA is located in the Steventon & the Hanneys electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wantage. This postcode has been in use since 2011-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about The Lanterns, Steventon, Abingdon, OX13 6FA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX13 6TE, OX13 6RP, OX13 6TF, OX13 6RW, OX13 6FX, OX13 6GB, OX13 6GA, OX13 6FY, OX13 6RR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX13 6FA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.6% | 0.6% | 51.0% | -0.4% |
| Male | 50% | 49.4% | -0.6% | 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 | 23.8% | 27% | 3.2% | 37.9% | -10.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.1% | 49.3% | -7.8% | 44.2% | 5.1% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 4% | 1.7% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 12.3% | 2.0% | 9.1% | 3.2% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 9% | 4.2% | 6.1% | 2.9% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88.6%) 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 | 51% | 56.9% | 5.9% | 48.4% | 8.5% |
| Good health | 35.3% | 31.7% | -3.6% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 8.8% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -3.9% |
| Bad health | 1.6% | 2.5% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
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.
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 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.5% | 14.3% | 0.8% | 18.2% | -3.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.3% | 6% | -4.3% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 10% | -4.3% | 13.4% | -3.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 2.7% | -0.5% | 5.3% | -2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.3% | 16.6% | 4.3% | 16.9% | -0.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 44% | 49.5% | 5.5% | 33.8% | 15.7% |
| Other | 2.4% | 1% | -1.4% | 2.8% | -1.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94% 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 | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
| Black African | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.5% | -0.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% | -0.4% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.3% | 94% | -5.3% | 81.4% | 12.6% |
In this area, 90.9% 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 | 95.1% | 90.9% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 7.7% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 4% | 1.7% | 6.1% | -2.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.7% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 5.6% | -4.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.9% | 0.2% | 1.3% | -0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 90.3% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 7.1% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -2.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 0.6% | -5.0% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.9% | 76.7% | 9.2% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 9.3% | 13.5% | -4.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 41.5% | 37.2% | 4.3% |
| Christian | 51.1% | 46.2% | 4.9% |
| Buddhist | 2% | 0.5% | 1.5% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around The Lanterns was 105.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 108.6% higher than the Steventon & the Hanneys average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
The Lanterns has the 5th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Steventon & the Hanneys and the 47th highest crime rate of 428 local areas in Vale of White Horse .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -15.4%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 91% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 The Lanterns, Abingdon, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £840,000 | 2023-08-25 | £873,964 |
| 2 The Lanterns, Abingdon, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2013-01-11 | £711,963 |
| 3 The Lanterns, Abingdon, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £313,000 | 2012-10-16 | £521,342 |
| 1 The Lanterns, Abingdon, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £612,500 | 2011-12-20 | £1,035,557 |
OX13 6FA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 114 |
| Retired | 86 |
| Part-Time Employee | 39 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 11 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Michaels CofE Primary School The Causeway , Steventon OX13 6SQ | 3out of 4 | 773 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Blaise CofE Primary School School Lane , Milton Heights OX14 4DR | 3out of 4 | 1,787 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Drayton Community Primary School Hilliat Fields , Drayton OX14 4JF | 3out of 4 | 2,432 yd | Community school | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Sutton Courtenay Church of England Primary School Bradstocks Way , Sutton Courtenay OX14 4DA | 2out of 4 | 2,938 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harwell Primary School The Styles , Harwell OX11 0LH | 3out of 4 | 3,876 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aureus School Candytuft Way , Great Western Park OX11 6FF | - not rated | 4,653 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| UTC Oxfordshire Greenwood Way , Harwell OX11 6BZ | 3out of 4 | 4,739 yd | University technical college | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Unicorn School 20 Marcham Road , OX14 1AA | - not rated | 5,365 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roots and Shoots Steventon | Steventon Village Hall, The Green | 338 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Steventon Sports & Social Club | The Green, Steventon | 307 yd | |
| The Cherry Tree | 33 High Street | 533 yd | |
| The Fox Inn | 29 High Street | 533 yd | |
| North Star | 2 Stocks Lane, Steventon | 772 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative Retail Services Ltd | 8-10 High Street | 552 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Steventon Sports And Social Club MILTON LANE | grass pitches | 273 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.