Parsons Mead is in Abingdon and in Vale Of White Horse district. OX14 1LR is located in the Abingdon Dunmore electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Oxford West and Abingdon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Parsons Mead, Abingdon, OX14 1LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX14 1NL, OX14 1LB, OX14 1LY, OX14 1LW, OX14 1LS, OX14 1LX, OX14 1LP, OX14 1LN, OX14 1LT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OX14 1LR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.4% 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 | 47.3% | 53.4% | 6.1% | 51.0% | 2.4% |
| Male | 52.7% | 46.6% | -6.1% | 49.0% | -2.4% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of OX14 1LR there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.5% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 24.3% | 25.9% | 1.6% | 37.9% | -12.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.7% | 59.5% | -2.2% | 44.2% | 15.3% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 0.8% |
| Separated | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 6% | 7.3% | 1.3% | 9.1% | -1.8% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 4.3% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 (87.6%) 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 | 51.7% | 50.3% | -1.4% | 48.4% | 1.9% |
| Good health | 34.6% | 37.3% | 2.7% | 33.6% | 3.7% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 10.6% | 0.0% | 12.7% | -2.1% |
| Bad health | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 17.9% | 11.2% | -6.7% | 18.2% | -7.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.2% | 6% | -4.2% | 9.6% | -3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 13.8% | -3.6% | 13.4% | 0.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.7% | 6.9% | 2.2% | 5.3% | 1.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.9% | 20.3% | 8.4% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.6% | 39.2% | 5.6% | 33.8% | 5.4% |
| Other | 4.3% | 2.6% | -1.7% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.6% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 1.1% | 0.6% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.0% |
| Other Asian | 2.4% | 6.5% | 4.1% | 1.6% | 4.9% |
| Black African | 2.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% | 2.5% | -0.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 2.1% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 1.1% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 90.4% | 73.6% | -16.8% | 81.4% | -7.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.6% | 2.5% |
| Other | 0% | 3.8% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 2.2% |
In this area, 73.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 89.7% | 73.5% | -16.2% | 83.2% | -9.7% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 5.8% | 3.4% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 3.1% | 2.4% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.7% | 8.6% | 5.9% | 5.6% | 3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 5.8% | 4.4% | 1.3% | 4.5% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 0.3% | 3.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89% | 72.5% | -16.5% | 83.2% | -10.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 11.2% | 9.8% | 9.8% | 1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 7.8% | 6.8% | 2.9% | 4.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.8% | 6.1% | 2.3% | 2.2% | 3.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 2.4% | -2.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.4% | 76.7% | -5.3% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 3.1% | 1.5% | 1.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.4% | 1.2% | 1.2% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 0.3% | 2.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 2.8% | 0.1% | 2.7% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.3% | 37.2% | 0.1% |
| Christian | 47.3% | 46.2% | 1.1% |
| Buddhist | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 4.8% | 6.5% | -1.7% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Parsons Mead was 9.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 92.0% lower than the Abingdon Abbey Northcourt average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Parsons Mead has the 14th lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Abingdon Abbey Northcourt and the 37th lowest crime rate of 428 local areas in Vale of White Horse .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 9.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 35A Parsons Mead, Abingdon, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £112,000 | 2024-10-30 | £119,892 |
| 41A Parsons Mead, Abingdon, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £204,000 | 2023-03-09 | £224,753 |
| 37 Parsons Mead, Abingdon, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £140,000 | 2017-10-27 | £154,674 |
| 33B Parsons Mead, Abingdon, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2017-04-13 | £180,634 |
| 33A Parsons Mead, Abingdon, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £193,000 | 2017-03-17 | £219,569 |
OX14 1LR area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 107 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Other | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Other | 3 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dunmore Primary School Northcourt Road , OX14 1NR | 3out of 4 | 641 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicolas Church of England Primary School, Abingdon Boxhill Walk , OX14 1HB | 3out of 4 | 843 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Long Furlong Primary School Boulter Drive , OX14 1XP | 3out of 4 | 954 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Rush Common School Hendred Way , OX14 2AW | 3out of 4 | 1,431 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic Primary School Radley Road , OX14 3PP | 3out of 4 | 1,551 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fitzharrys School Northcourt Road , OX14 1NP | 3out of 4 | 386 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Mason School Wootton Road , OX14 1JB | 3out of 4 | 846 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Larkmead School Faringdon Road , OX14 1RF | 3out of 4 | 1,236 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abingdon and Witney College Wootton Road , OX14 1GG | - not rated | 375 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europa School UK Thame Lane , Culham OX14 3DZ | 3out of 4 | 4,047 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Helen and St Katharine Faringdon Road , OX20 1LZ | - not rated | 1,089 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Manor Preparatory School Faringdon Road , Shippon OX13 6LN | - not rated | 1,117 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Abingdon Radley Road , OX14 3PS | - not rated | 1,288 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Abingdon School Park Road , OX14 1DE | - not rated | 1,294 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Kingfisher School Radley Road , OX14 3RR | 3out of 4 | 1,715 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caprinos | 33 Northcourt Road, Abingdon | 709 yd | |
| The Barns Cafe | Christ Church, Northcourt Road | 790 yd | |
| Blue Sky Eco Cafe | Long Furlong Community Hall, Boulter Drive | 855 yd | |
| The Boundary House | 69 Oxford Road | 1,036 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abingdon Squash & Racketball Club | Abingdon Squash Club, Northcourt Road | 308 yd | |
| Spread Eagle | Northcourt Road, Abingdon | 790 yd | |
| Abingdon United Football Club & Social Club | Northcourt Road, Abingdon | 790 yd | |
| Tilsley Park | Dunmore Road, Abingdon | 825 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Magic Wok | 13 Oxford Road, Abingdon | 1,081 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Thornhill Walk, Abingdon | 445 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 15 Oxford Road, Abingdon | 1,081 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Fitzharrys School NORTHCOURT ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 263 yd |
| Dunmore Road DUNMORE ROAD | grass pitches | 264 yd |
| Abingdon Squash And Racketball Club ABINGDON SQUASH CLUB ABINGDON SQUASH CLUB NORTHCOURT ROAD | squash courts | 313 yd |
| Abingdon And Witney College (Abingdon Campus) WOOTTON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 313 yd |
| John Mason School WOOTTON ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 796 yd |
| Long Furlong BOULTER DRIVE | grass pitches | 807 yd |
| Tilsley Park Leisure Centre TILSLEY PARK TILSLEY PARK DUNMORE ROAD | artificial grass pitch, athletics tracks | 825 yd |
| Boxhill Recreation Ground Boxhill Road | grass pitches | 876 yd |
| Abingdon United Football Club NORTHCOURT ROAD | grass pitches | 895 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 | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 93.3% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 135.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.