Bretch Hill is in Banbury and in Cherwell district. OX16 0NP is located in the Banbury Ruscote electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Banbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bretch Hill, Banbury, OX16 0NP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX16 0LF, OX16 0LG, OX16 0NR, OX16 0LQ, OX16 0NW, OX16 0NL, OX16 0NN, OX16 0BA, OX16 9QN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX16 0NP 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 | 48.5% | 49.4% | 0.9% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 51.5% | 50.6% | -0.9% | 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 | 32.6% | 40.5% | 7.9% | 37.9% | 2.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.9% | 40.5% | -2.4% | 44.2% | -3.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 4.5% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 2.3% |
| Divorced | 11.2% | 6.9% | -4.3% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 9.8% | 6.9% | -2.9% | 6.1% | 0.8% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.6% | 47.4% | 5.8% | 48.4% | -1.0% |
| Good health | 36.4% | 32.3% | -4.1% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 17.4% | 10.8% | -6.6% | 12.7% | -1.9% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 8% | 4.1% | 4.0% | 4.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 16.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 33.5% | 25.1% | -8.4% | 18.2% | 6.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.4% | 17.4% | -4.0% | 9.6% | 7.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 19.4% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 6.1% | 3.4% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.7% | 11.7% | 1.0% | 16.9% | -5.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 8% | 16.2% | 8.2% | 33.8% | -17.6% |
| Other | 6.7% | 4% | -2.7% | 2.8% | 1.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 85.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 2.8% | 2.5% | 3.1% | -0.3% |
| Pakistani | 4.9% | 4% | -0.9% | 2.7% | 1.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1% | 0.9% | -0.1% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| White | 88.2% | 85.8% | -2.4% | 81.4% | 4.4% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Other | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
In this area, 78.8% 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 | 88.2% | 78.8% | -9.4% | 83.2% | -4.4% |
| European Union | 6.6% | 13.7% | 7.1% | 6.1% | 7.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.6% | 4% | 1.4% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.9% | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.2% | 77.8% | -9.4% | 83.2% | -5.4% |
| 10+ Years | 2.3% | 12.6% | 10.3% | 9.8% | 2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.3% | 5.8% | 1.5% | 2.9% | 2.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 2.8% | -0.2% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0.9% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 51.5% | 76.7% | -25.2% |
| Ireland | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Portugal | 1.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 7.4% | 1.3% | 6.1% |
| Romania | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Southern Asia | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 31.9% | 13.5% | 18.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.6% | 37.2% | 1.4% |
| Christian | 49.1% | 46.2% | 2.9% |
| Other religion | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 11.7% | 6.0% | 5.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bretch Hill was 34.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 57.1% lower than the Banbury Ruscote average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bretch Hill has the 5th lowest crime rate of 24 local areas in Banbury Ruscote and the 189th lowest crime rate of 484 local areas in Cherwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 18.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.1%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 20 Bretch Hill, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2023-04-14 | £215,116 |
| 14 Bretch Hill, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-06-01 | £249,947 |
| 34 Bretch Hill, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-11-19 | £261,809 |
| 28 Bretch Hill, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2015-11-27 | £150,919 |
| 10 Bretch Hill, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,500 | 2009-04-03 | £244,432 |
OX16 0NP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 102 |
| Retired | 41 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Self-Employed | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Education | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Fields Community School Edmunds Road , OX16 0QT | 3out of 4 | 215 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Banbury Fiennes Road , OX16 0ET | 3out of 4 | 527 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensway School Queensway , OX16 9NF | 3out of 4 | 557 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harriers Banbury Academy Harriers View , Bloxham Road OX16 9JW | 3out of 4 | 1,149 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| William Morris Primary School Bretch Hill , OX16 0UZ | 4out of 4 | 1,318 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Futures Institute Banbury Ruskin Road , OX16 9HY | 3out of 4 | 1,327 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wykham Park Ruskin Road , OX16 9HY | 3out of 4 | 1,327 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form Addison Road , OX16 9DG | 3out of 4 | 1,644 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Oxfordshire Academy Drayton Road , OX16 0UD | 3out of 4 | 1,933 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Warriner School Banbury Road , Bloxham OX15 4LJ | 3out of 4 | 3,805 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 362 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Priory School St John's Road , OX16 5HX | - not rated | 1,280 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Language Training 49 Oxford Road , OX16 9AH | - not rated | 1,343 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Hall School Wykham Park , OX16 9UR | - not rated | 2,286 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Bloxham School Bloxham , OX15 4PE | - not rated | 4,422 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Recharge Outlet @ Banbury College | Cafe At, Banbury And Bicester College Broughton Road | 618 yd | |
| Woodgreen Leisure Centre | Woodgreen Leisure Centre Woodgreen Avenue | 676 yd | |
| Commonwealth Cafe | Park Gardens Bath Road | 933 yd | |
| Four Stones Cafe At Saltway Farm Shop | Saltway Farm Broughton Road | 960 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Easington Public House | 135 Bloxham Road | 961 yd | |
| Banbury Chestnuts Bowling Club | Banbury Chestnuts Bowling Club The Shades | 1,054 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Queensway Fish Shop | 63 Mewburn Road | 485 yd | |
| On Ho Take Away | 74 Orchard Way | 709 yd | |
| Mumma Sue's | 70 - 72 Orchard Way | 717 yd | |
| Chicken Delight | 1A, Bradley Arcade Bretch Hill | 906 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 55 Mewburn Road | 463 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Queensway Primary School BRANTWOOD RISE | grass pitches | 395 yd |
| St Josephs Catholic Primary School FIENNES ROAD | grass pitches | 632 yd |
| Woodgreen Leisure Centre PARK ROAD | health and fitness suite, indoor bowls, swimming pool | 666 yd |
| Princess Diana Park (Closed) Bretch Hill | grass pitches | 720 yd |
| Orchard Fields Community Primary School EDMUNDS ROAD | grass pitches | 774 yd |
| Harriers Banbury Academy BLOXHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 1,032 yd |
| Easington Recreation Ground EASINGTON PARK EASINGTON PARK EASINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,058 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 | 29.4% |
| 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% |
| Median download speed | 60.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 111.27 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 111.27 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.