Molyneux Drive is in Bodicote, Banbury and in Cherwell district. OX15 4AJ is located in the Adderbury, Bloxham and Bodicote electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Banbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Molyneux Drive, Bodicote, Banbury, OX15 4AJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX15 4BG, OX15 4BE, OX15 4AL, OX15 4BB, OX15 4BA, OX15 4BD, OX15 4AW, OX15 4EE, OX15 4SW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX15 4AJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.5% | 50.2% | 0.7% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50.5% | 49.8% | -0.7% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 OX15 4AJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.4% 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 | 16.5% | 17.7% | 1.2% | 37.9% | -20.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.1% | 61.4% | -0.7% | 44.2% | 17.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.5% | 10.8% | 0.3% | 9.1% | 1.7% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 7.6% | -0.9% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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 | 43.6% | 41.9% | -1.7% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 36.9% | 39.3% | 2.4% | 33.6% | 5.7% |
| Fair health | 14.6% | 16.7% | 2.1% | 12.7% | 4.0% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 1.9% | -2.6% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
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 | 21.8% | 16.4% | -5.4% | 18.2% | -1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 10.8% | -0.5% | 9.6% | 1.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 16.4% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.9% | 6.8% | -0.1% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 21.2% | 7.9% | 16.9% | 4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 24.4% | 1.0% | 33.8% | -9.4% |
| Other | 4.8% | 4% | -0.8% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.6% | 99.6% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 95.6% 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 | 97.9% | 95.6% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| European Union | 1.4% | 3.3% | 1.9% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.6% | 95.6% | -2.0% | 83.2% | 12.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.1% | 76.7% | 3.4% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Romania | 1.5% | 0.9% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.6% | 13.5% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.7% | 37.2% | -7.5% |
| Christian | 61.3% | 46.2% | 15.1% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 2.2% | 0.6% | 1.6% |
| Not answered | 6.3% | 6.0% | 0.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Molyneux Drive was 6.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 80.0% lower than the Adderbury, Bloxham and Bodicote average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Molyneux Drive has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Adderbury, Bloxham and Bodicote and the 13th lowest crime rate of 484 local areas in Cherwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Holly House Molyneux Drive, Banbury, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £747,500 | 2025-03-07 | £746,039 |
| 4 Molyneux Drive, Banbury, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £267,500 | 2021-01-08 | £312,750 |
| 5 Molyneux Drive, Banbury, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £390,000 | 2019-09-24 | £479,170 |
| Jubilee House Molyneux Drive, Banbury, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £650,000 | 2018-07-20 | £776,199 |
| 3 Molyneux Drive, Banbury, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £299,950 | 2015-07-03 | £395,670 |
OX15 4AJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 OX15 4AJ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 43% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 106 |
| Full-Time Employee | 67 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 16 |
| Education | 15 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bishop Loveday Church of England Primary School White Post Road , Bodicote OX15 4BN | 2out of 4 | 730 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longford Park Primary School Longford Park Road , Bodicote OX15 4FU | - not rated | 762 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange Community Primary School Avocet Way , OX16 9YA | 3out of 4 | 1,723 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School Avocet Way , Chatsworth Drive OX16 9YA | - not rated | 1,791 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christopher Rawlins Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Aynho Road , Adderbury OX17 3NH | - not rated | 2,316 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form Addison Road , OX16 9DG | 3out of 4 | 1,940 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Futures Institute Banbury Ruskin Road , OX16 9HY | 3out of 4 | 2,257 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wykham Park Ruskin Road , OX16 9HY | 3out of 4 | 2,257 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Warriner School Banbury Road , Bloxham OX15 4LJ | 3out of 4 | 3,409 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Oxfordshire Academy Drayton Road , OX16 0UD | 3out of 4 | 5,443 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tudor Hall School Wykham Park , OX16 9UR | - not rated | 2,590 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| English Language Training 49 Oxford Road , OX16 9AH | - not rated | 2,672 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Priory School St John's Road , OX16 5HX | - not rated | 2,841 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Frank Wise School Hornbeam Close , OX16 9RL | 4out of 4 | 3,408 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bloxham School Bloxham , OX15 4PE | - not rated | 4,011 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bannatynes Health Club | Bannatynes Health Club Oxford Road | 317 yd | |
| Cotefield Nurseries Ltd Including Oaks Coffee Shop | Oaks Coffee Shop Cotefield Nurseries, Cotefield Farm Oxford Road | 434 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough Inn | 9 High Street | 603 yd | |
| Horse And Jockey | Horse And Jockey Malthouse Lane | 709 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greggs | Banbury Service Station Oxford Road | 709 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Banbury Rugby Union Football Club OXFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 309 yd |
| Bannatyne Health Club (Banbury) BANBURY RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB BANBURY RUGBY FOOTBALL CLUB OXFORD ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 318 yd |
| Bishop Loveday C Of E Primary School WHITE POST ROAD | grass pitches | 828 yd |
| Bodicote Sports Ground KINGSFIELD RECREATION GROUND KINGSFIELD RECREATION GROUND WHITE POST ROAD | grass pitches | 870 yd |
| Banbury Cricket Club THE PAVILION THE PAVILION WHITE POST ROAD | grass pitches | 1,056 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 | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 94.4% |
| 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 | 76.1 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 80.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.04 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.