Burton Close is in Abingdon and in Vale Of White Horse district. OX14 5PY is located in the Abingdon Fitzharris 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 Burton Close, Abingdon, OX14 5PY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX14 5NS, OX14 5HU, OX14 5PN, OX14 5PE, OX14 5PZ, OX14 5NY, OX14 5PS, OX14 5HY, OX14 5PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX14 5PY has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 48.4% | 49.4% | 1.0% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 51.6% | 50.6% | -1.0% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 | 28.5% | 25.6% | -2.9% | 37.9% | -12.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 36.2% | 44.7% | 8.5% | 44.2% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 6.3% | 2.3% | -4.0% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.3% | 16.9% | 5.6% | 9.1% | 7.8% |
| Widowed | 17.6% | 10.5% | -7.1% | 6.1% | 4.4% |
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 | 38.1% | 36.2% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -12.2% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 40.7% | 4.6% | 33.6% | 7.1% |
| Fair health | 16.3% | 17.7% | 1.4% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 6.3% | 4.1% | -2.2% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 3.2% | 1.2% | -2.0% | 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 OX14 5PY this area, 30% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.6% | 30% | -2.6% | 18.2% | 11.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 11.5% | 0.2% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.8% | 5.1% | -10.7% | 13.4% | -8.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5% | 8.3% | 3.3% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 9.2% | -0.8% | 16.9% | -7.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.2% | 30.4% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -3.4% |
| Other | 3.2% | 5.5% | 2.3% | 2.8% | 2.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 1.6% | 0.4% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 2% | 5.8% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 4.2% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| White | 95.6% | 90.1% | -5.5% | 81.4% | 8.7% |
In this area, 83.9% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.3% | 83.9% | -7.4% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| European Union | 4.4% | 6.6% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2% | 4.5% | 2.5% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 4.1% | 2.9% | 1.3% | 2.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 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 | 90.1% | 83.9% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 0.7% |
| 10+ Years | 1.2% | 10.3% | 9.1% | 9.8% | 0.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 2.9% | 0.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 2.1% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.8% | 0.4% | -4.4% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 71.7% | 76.7% | -5.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 1.6% | 0.2% | 1.4% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 3.3% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.2% | 1.5% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 0.8% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 17.6% | 13.5% | 4.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.7% | 37.2% | -2.5% |
| Christian | 56.6% | 46.2% | 10.4% |
| Hindu | 1.7% | 1.7% | 0.0% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 6.2% | 6.0% | 0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burton Close was 23.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.8% lower than the Abingdon Abbey Northcourt average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Burton Close has the 33rd lowest crime rate of 83 local areas in Abingdon Abbey Northcourt and the 133rd lowest crime rate of 428 local areas in Vale of White Horse .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 60.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10 Burton Close, Abingdon, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2018-06-29 | £441,269 |
| 4 Burton Close, Abingdon, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £310,000 | 2017-08-11 | £410,428 |
| 5 Burton Close, Abingdon, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2016-12-22 | £410,285 |
| 13 Burton Close, Abingdon, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2015-10-01 | £355,632 |
| 4 Burton Close, Abingdon, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2015-07-28 | £390,209 |
OX14 5PY 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 OX14 5PY area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 89 |
| Full-Time Employee | 62 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Caldecott Primary School Caldecott Road , OX14 5HB | 3out of 4 | 513 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Thameside Primary School Cotman Close , OX14 5NL | 3out of 4 | 708 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carswell Community Primary School Bostock Road , OX14 1DP | 3out of 4 | 908 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Nicolas Church of England Primary School, Abingdon Boxhill Walk , OX14 1HB | 3out of 4 | 1,816 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edmund's Catholic Primary School Radley Road , OX14 3PP | 3out of 4 | 2,378 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Larkmead School Faringdon Road , OX14 1RF | 3out of 4 | 1,354 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| John Mason School Wootton Road , OX14 1JB | 3out of 4 | 1,587 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Fitzharrys School Northcourt Road , OX14 1NP | 3out of 4 | 2,276 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 | 2,053 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 | 3,328 yd | Free schools | 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 | 562 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Abingdon School Park Road , OX14 1DE | - not rated | 1,237 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| St Helen and St Katharine Faringdon Road , OX20 1LZ | - not rated | 1,312 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| The Manor Preparatory School Faringdon Road , Shippon OX13 6LN | - not rated | 1,592 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Abingdon Radley Road , OX14 3PS | - not rated | 2,175 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Midget | Preston Road, Abingdon | 559 yd | |
| The White Horse | 189 Ock Street, Abingdon | 608 yd | |
| Munchies of Abingdon Hospital | Abingdon Hospital Cafe, ABINGDON HOSPITAL | 630 yd | |
| COSTA COFFEE | UNIT F2B, FAIRACRES, MARCHAM ROAD | 704 yd | |
| Forno | 9 Reynolds Way, Abingdon | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Abingdon Royal British Legion Club | 25 Spring Road, Abingdon | 634 yd | |
| Abingdon Bowls Club | Park Road, Abingdon | 929 yd | |
| Saxton Rovers F.C | Caldecott Recreation Ground, Caldecott Road | 981 yd | |
| Abingdon & District Conservative Club Ltd | 59 Ock Street, Abingdon | 1,019 yd | |
| The Brewery Tap | Ock Street, Abingdon | 1,048 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Express at Euro Garages | Esso/On The Run, Marcham Road | 600 yd | |
| Reeves Traditional Fish and Chips | 173 Ock Street, Abingdon | 608 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | 135-141 Ock Street, Abingdon | 712 yd | |
| Golden Kitchen | 156 Ock Street, Abingdon | 712 yd | |
| McDonalds | 1 Colwell Drive, Abingdon | 734 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Unit F1, Fairacres Retail Park | 820 yd | |
| Tesco Extra | Tesco, Marcham Road | 887 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Caldecott Primary School CALDECOTT ROAD | grass pitches | 317 yd |
| Thameside Primary School COTMAN CLOSE | grass pitches | 593 yd |
| Caldecott Recreation Ground CALDECOTT RECREATION GROUND CALDECOTT RECREATION GROUND CALDECOTT ROAD | grass pitches | 879 yd |
| Results Health Club (Abingdon) | health and fitness suite | 931 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 97.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.02 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.