OX15 6BA is in Wroxton, Banbury and Cherwell district. OX15 6BA is located in the Cropredy, Sibfords and Wroxton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Banbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wroxton, Banbury, OX15 6BA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX15 6BA has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 49.1% | 50% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50.9% | 50% | -0.9% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 6BA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.1% 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 | 19.6% | 26.3% | 6.7% | 37.9% | -11.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.8% | 57.1% | -7.7% | 44.2% | 12.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.5% | 1.0% | 2.2% | 0.3% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 9.6% | 2.1% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.5% | 3.5% | -2.0% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
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%) 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 | 40.9% | 53.4% | 12.5% | 48.4% | 5.0% |
| Good health | 44.5% | 33.6% | -10.9% | 33.6% | 0.0% |
| Fair health | 12.3% | 11.2% | -1.1% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 4.0% | -2.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 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.
In the area around OX15 6BA this area, 6.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 52%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 15.1% | 6.9% | -8.2% | 18.2% | -11.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 3% | -5.0% | 9.6% | -6.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.6% | 11.4% | 0.8% | 13.4% | -2.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.9% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 2.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 17.3% | 4.7% | 16.9% | 0.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 43.7% | 52% | 8.3% | 33.8% | 18.2% |
| Other | 5.5% | 1.5% | -4.0% | 2.8% | -1.3% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.4% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 97.3% | 99.6% | 2.3% | 81.4% | 18.2% |
In this area, 90.5% 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 | 90.9% | 90.5% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| European Union | 1.8% | 4.3% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89.1% | 90.1% | 1.0% | 83.2% | 6.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 1.7% | -0.1% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 3.2% | 0.4% | -2.8% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.9% | 1.3% | -4.6% | 1.9% | -0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.7% | 76.7% | 8.0% |
| Ireland | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.1% | 37.2% | 4.9% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Not answered | 9.9% | 6.0% | 3.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around OX15 6BA was 25.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 47.6% lower than the Banbury Hardwick average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
OX15 6BA has the 10th lowest crime rate of 53 local areas in Banbury Hardwick and the 127th lowest crime rate of 484 local areas in Cherwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 8.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.7%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Block 4A Friars Hill, Banbury, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £80,000 | 2023-03-31 | £78,403 |
| Flat 5 Friars Hill, Banbury, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £91,000 | 2022-10-28 | £88,477 |
| Block 3A Friars Hill, Banbury, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £93,000 | 2021-11-04 | £99,160 |
| Flat 9 Friars Hill, Banbury, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £99,000 | 2021-08-20 | £104,088 |
| Block 7A Friars Hill, Banbury, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £77,000 | 2021-01-21 | £84,674 |
OX15 6BA area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 4% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 18% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
OX15 6BA 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 | 68 |
| Retired | 55 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 12 |
| Other | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wroxton Church of England Primary School Lampitts Green , Wroxton OX15 6QJ | 3out of 4 | 1,320 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hornton Primary School Church Lane , Hornton OX15 6BZ | 3out of 4 | 2,810 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Carpenter Church of England Aided Primary School School Lane , North Newington OX15 6AQ | 3out of 4 | 3,487 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Morris Primary School Bretch Hill , OX16 0UZ | 4out of 4 | 3,578 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hardwick Primary School Ferriston , OX16 1XE | 3out of 4 | 3,844 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Oxfordshire Academy Drayton Road , OX16 0UD | 3out of 4 | 3,099 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Frank Wise School Hornbeam Close , OX16 9RL | 4out of 4 | 4,958 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Banbury United Youth Fc SPORTS GROUND SPORTS GROUND STREET FROM FRIARS HILL TO RAGNELL BOTTOM | grass pitches | 390 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 | 95.2% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.5% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 4.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 4.8% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 4.8% |
| Median download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 13.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.