Hearthway is in Banbury and in Cherwell district. OX16 1QP is located in the Banbury Hardwick electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Banbury. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hearthway, Banbury, OX16 1QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX16 1QL, OX16 1XD, OX16 1QR, OX16 1PT, OX16 1PP, OX16 1PU, OX16 1QS, OX16 1PX, OX16 1PW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OX16 1QP is primarily male, with 54.7% of the population 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 | 48.8% | 45.3% | -3.5% | 51.0% | -5.7% |
| Male | 51.2% | 54.7% | 3.5% | 49.0% | 5.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around OX16 1QP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 47.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 35.3% | 47.9% | 12.6% | 37.9% | 10.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.7% | 33.3% | -7.4% | 44.2% | -10.9% |
| Separated | 5.4% | 4.6% | -0.8% | 2.2% | 2.4% |
| Divorced | 14.9% | 9.6% | -5.3% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 3.6% | 4.6% | 1.0% | 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 | 48.8% | 48.8% | 0.0% | 48.4% | 0.4% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 31% | -5.5% | 33.6% | -2.6% |
| Fair health | 9.6% | 15.7% | 6.1% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 4% | 4.5% | 0.5% | 4.0% | 0.5% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.6% | 26.5% | -6.1% | 18.2% | 8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 11.9% | -5.3% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.7% | 21% | 4.3% | 13.4% | 7.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 4.6% | 1.4% | 5.3% | -0.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10% | 16.9% | 6.9% | 16.9% | 0.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 12.7% | 16% | 3.3% | 33.8% | -17.8% |
| Other | 7.7% | 3.2% | -4.5% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.9% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 2.5% | -1.4% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 1.0% | 2.9% |
| Other Black | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 2.3% | 0.7% | -1.6% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 95.7% | 91.9% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 10.5% |
In this area, 80.1% 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 | 86.4% | 80.1% | -6.3% | 83.2% | -3.1% |
| European Union | 11.3% | 14.3% | 3.0% | 6.1% | 8.2% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 2.4% | 1.1% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 3.1% | 2.8% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 86% | 80.4% | -5.6% | 83.2% | -2.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.7% | 14.7% | 13.0% | 9.8% | 4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.3% | 2.1% | -0.2% | 2.9% | -0.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 7% | 0.3% | -6.7% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3% | 2.4% | -0.6% | 1.9% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65% | 76.7% | -11.7% |
| Ireland | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Spain | 1% | 0.4% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 8.7% | 1.3% | 7.4% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 2.8% | 1.5% | 1.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 18.5% | 13.5% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 53.8% | 37.2% | 16.6% |
| Christian | 37.8% | 46.2% | -8.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 7% | 6.0% | 1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hearthway was 58.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.1% higher than the Banbury Hardwick average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hearthway has the 16th highest crime rate of 53 local areas in Banbury Hardwick and the 174th highest crime rate of 484 local areas in Cherwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 29.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.2%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 87% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 72 Hearthway, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2022-05-09 | £251,286 |
| 68 Hearthway, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £192,000 | 2019-04-09 | £248,527 |
| 66 Hearthway, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £176,000 | 2019-02-22 | £223,922 |
| 28 Hearthway, Banbury, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2017-12-15 | £115,337 |
| 64 Hearthway, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2017-11-30 | £252,494 |
OX16 1QP 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 | 103 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 14 |
| Other | 8 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 41 |
| Manufacturing | 37 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Education | 12 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hardwick Primary School Ferriston , OX16 1XE | 3out of 4 | 280 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanwell Fields Community School Rotary Way , OX16 1ER | 3out of 4 | 643 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hill View Primary School Hill View Crescent , OX16 1DN | 3out of 4 | 691 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| William Morris Primary School Bretch Hill , OX16 0UZ | 4out of 4 | 1,259 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Banbury Southam Road , OX16 2EG | 3out of 4 | 1,529 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 | 1,193 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Futures Institute Banbury Ruskin Road , OX16 9HY | 3out of 4 | 3,019 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wykham Park Ruskin Road , OX16 9HY | 3out of 4 | 3,019 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 | 3,292 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 | 1,984 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Priory School St John's Road , OX16 5HX | - not rated | 2,282 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Language Training 49 Oxford Road , OX16 9AH | - not rated | 2,451 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carrdus School Overthorpe Hall , Banbury OX17 2BS | - not rated | 3,987 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Hall School Wykham Park , OX16 9UR | - not rated | 4,373 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Costa Ltd | 2A, Banbury Cross Retail Park Lockheed Close | 588 yd | |
| Purple Mango | Unit 2, Hanwell Mews Rotary Way | 645 yd | |
| Pizza Hut Restaurant | 15, Banbury Cross Retail Park Lockheed Close | 715 yd | |
| KFC | 14, Banbury Cross Retail Park Lockheed Close | 746 yd | |
| Sodexo Ltd @ Jacob Douwe Egberts | Jacobs Douwe Egberts Ruscote Avenue | 804 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Musketeer | The Musketeer Ruscote Avenue | 550 yd | |
| The Barley Mow | Barley Mow Warwick Road | 949 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tran Fish & Chips | 66 Ferriston | 367 yd | |
| Peking Chef | 3, Ruscote Arcade Longelandes Way | 383 yd | |
| Just Wok | 6 Hillview Crescent | 713 yd | |
| Yo! To Go! | Tesco Extra Lockheed Close | 857 yd | |
| A & C Fish Bar | 1 Cromwell Road | 947 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Midcounties Co-operative | 60 Ferriston | 356 yd | |
| Co-op | 1, Ruscote Arcade Longelandes Way | 394 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Ltd | 3, Banbury Cross Retail Park Lockheed Close | 573 yd | |
| Midcounties Co-operative | Unit 1 Rotary Way | 673 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Extra Lockheed Close | 857 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Hardwick Community Centre Ferriston | 339 yd | |
| Ruscote Community Hall RUSCOTE ARCADE RUSCOTE ARCADE LONGELANDES WAY | 360 yd | |
| Hanwell Fields Community School ROTARY WAY | grass pitches | 601 yd |
| Pure Gym (Banbury Cross Retail Park) 1E 1E LOCKHEED CLOSE | health and fitness suite | 647 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 | 0.0% |
| 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 | 39.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 47.97 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 47.97 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.08 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.