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 55.5% 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 190th lowest crime rate of 483 local areas in Cherwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -78.9%.

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 | £206,652 |
| 14 Bretch Hill, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-06-01 | £240,112 |
| 34 Bretch Hill, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2019-11-19 | £251,508 |
| 28 Bretch Hill, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £115,000 | 2015-11-27 | £144,981 |
| 10 Bretch Hill, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,500 | 2009-04-03 | £234,814 |
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Morris Nursery School Bretch Hill , OX16 0UZ | - not rated | 1,414 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Orchard Fields Community School Edmunds Road , OX16 0QT | 3out of 4 | 278 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensway School Brantwood Rise , OX16 9NF | 3out of 4 | 438 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Banbury Fiennes Road , OX16 0ET | - not rated | 627 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Banbury Fiennes Road , OX16 0ET | - not rated | 627 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Neithrop County Junior School Prescott Close , OX16 0RD | - not rated | 727 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,211 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Banbury School Ruskin Road , OX16 9HY | - not rated | 1,211 yd | Foundation school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wykham Park Ruskin Road , OX16 9HY | 3out of 4 | 1,244 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 | 1,529 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sports College Addison Road , OX16 9DG | - not rated | 1,674 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Oxfordshire College and School of Art Broughton Road , OX16 9QA | - not rated | 618 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banbury Pupil Referral Unit 25-27 West Bar , OX16 9QJ | - not rated | 246 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Frank Wise School Hornbeam Close , OX16 9RL | 4out of 4 | 275 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Priory School St John's Road , OX16 5HX | - not rated | 1,169 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Language Training 49 Oxford Road , OX16 9AH | - not rated | 1,227 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Hall School Wykham Park , OX16 9UR | - not rated | 2,244 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | 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.