South Street is in Banbury and in Cherwell district. OX16 3LE is located in the Banbury Grimsbury and Hightown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Banbury. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about South Street, Banbury, OX16 3LE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX16 3LD, OX16 3LF, OX16 3HA, OX16 3QS, OX16 3LB, OX16 7HD, OX16 3HD, OX16 4RG, OX16 3LA.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX16 3LE has a slightly higher male population, with 51.1% 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 | 48.7% | 48.9% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -2.1% |
| Male | 51.3% | 51.1% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 2.1% |
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 3LE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50% 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 | 46.8% | 50% | 3.2% | 37.9% | 12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 27.3% | 28.3% | 1.0% | 44.2% | -15.9% |
| Separated | 5.6% | 4.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 17.6% | 14.3% | -3.3% | 9.1% | 5.2% |
| Widowed | 2.8% | 2.5% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 (88.3%) 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 | 47.2% | 52.8% | 5.6% | 48.4% | 4.4% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 35.5% | -3.0% | 33.6% | 1.9% |
| Fair health | 10.2% | 9.9% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -2.8% |
| Bad health | 3% | 1.8% | -1.2% | 4.0% | -2.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.7% | 24.6% | 1.9% | 18.2% | 6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.3% | 11.5% | -3.8% | 9.6% | 1.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 9.4% | -4.0% | 13.4% | -4.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.9% | 7% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.3% | 10.7% | -4.6% | 16.9% | -6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 22.7% | 32.8% | 10.1% | 33.8% | -1.0% |
| Other | 8.8% | 4.1% | -4.7% | 2.8% | 1.3% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 81.6% 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% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 0.4% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Pakistani | 8.3% | 4.2% | -4.1% | 2.7% | 1.5% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black African | 1.5% | 3.5% | 2.0% | 2.5% | 1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 83.8% | 81.6% | -2.2% | 81.4% | 0.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 1.2% |
| Arab | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 2.5% | 2.1% | 1.6% | 0.9% |
In this area, 57.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79.2% | 57.1% | -22.1% | 83.2% | -26.1% |
| European Union | 14.3% | 32.6% | 18.3% | 6.1% | 26.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.7% | 0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3% | 4.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -1.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.9% | 57.3% | -21.6% | 83.2% | -25.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.8% | 9.6% | 5.8% | 9.8% | -0.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.9% | 15.7% | 7.8% | 2.9% | 12.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.7% | 6.4% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 4.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.8% | 11% | 7.2% | 1.9% | 9.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 49.1% | 76.7% | -27.6% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.1% | 0.5% | 0.6% |
| Poland | 15.7% | 1.3% | 14.4% |
| Romania | 6% | 0.9% | 5.1% |
| Other EU countries | 10.7% | 1.5% | 9.2% |
| Other Europe | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.1% | 0.3% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| South-East Asia | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 37.2% | 37.2% | 0.0% |
| Christian | 45.7% | 46.2% | -0.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 7.4% | 6.5% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 9.2% | 6.0% | 3.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around South Street was 30.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 82.2% lower than the Banbury Cross and Neithrop average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
South Street has the 26th lowest crime rate of 106 local areas in Banbury Cross and Neithrop and the 165th lowest crime rate of 484 local areas in Cherwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -43.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 71% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Restel House South Street, Banbury, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £106,000 | 2023-05-19 | £106,644 |
| 3 Restel House South Street, Banbury, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £110,000 | 2021-03-11 | £120,563 |
| 2 Restel House South Street, Banbury, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £78,000 | 2018-03-23 | £83,644 |
| 3 Restel House South Street, Banbury, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2017-08-04 | £103,893 |
| Garages 1 And 2 Restel House South Street, Banbury, Oxfordshire Other, an established residential building | £8,000 | 2016-06-30 | £8,956 |
OX16 3LE 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 | 149 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Retired | 16 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 14 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Education | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dashwood Banbury Academy Merton Street , OX16 4RX | 3out of 4 | 593 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Church of England Primary School Overthorpe Road , OX16 4SB | 3out of 4 | 619 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Banbury Southam Road , OX16 2EG | 3out of 4 | 910 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harriers Banbury Academy Harriers View , Bloxham Road OX16 9JW | 3out of 4 | 1,580 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School Avocet Way , Chatsworth Drive OX16 9YA | - not rated | 1,859 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 2,240 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wykham Park Ruskin Road , OX16 9HY | 3out of 4 | 2,240 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 | 2,327 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Oxfordshire Academy Drayton Road , OX16 0UD | 3out of 4 | 3,123 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chenderit School Archery Road , Middleton Cheney OX17 2QR | 3out of 4 | 4,620 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Priory School St John's Road , OX16 5HX | - not rated | 1,375 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Language Training 49 Oxford Road , OX16 9AH | - not rated | 1,466 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Frank Wise School Hornbeam Close , OX16 9RL | 4out of 4 | 2,075 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carrdus School Overthorpe Hall , Banbury OX17 2BS | - not rated | 2,262 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Hall School Wykham Park , OX16 9UR | - not rated | 4,022 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Spiceball Leisure Centre | Spiceball Leisure Centre Cherwell Drive | 438 yd | |
| The Mill Arts Centre | The Mill Arts Centre Spiceball Park Road | 499 yd | |
| Connie's @ The Museum | Pavement Coffee Co, Banbury Museum And Gallery Castle Quay | 585 yd | |
| Pizza Express | Unit 6 Spiceball Park Road | 622 yd | |
| Nando's | Castle Quay 2 Spiceball Park Road | 642 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bell | 12 Middleton Road | 316 yd | |
| The Pepper Pot | 6 Burchester Place | 455 yd | |
| The Cherwell | 63 - 67 Broad Street | 827 yd | |
| Also Known As | 54 - 56 Parsons Street | 895 yd | |
| The Wine Vaults | 5 - 6 Parsons Street | 908 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Good Chef | 43C Middleton Road | 248 yd | |
| Grimsbury Fish Bar | 43 Middleton Road | 248 yd | |
| The Flaming Hut Ltd | 24 Middleton Road | 274 yd | |
| Atlantis Fish Bar | Unit 2, Blacklock House Middleton Road | 321 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 3, Blacklock House Middleton Road | 321 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 3 Burchester Place | 499 yd | |
| One Below | 76 - 77 Castle Quay | 706 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 23 High Street | 1,006 yd | |
| Maxi FreshCo | 62 - 63 High Street | 1,011 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Energie Fitness (Banbury) ST. LEONARDS SCHOOL ST. LEONARDS SCHOOL MIDDLETON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 173 yd |
| Moorfields Park WELLINGTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 198 yd |
| Spiceball Leisure Centre CHERWELL DRIVE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 442 yd |
| Grimsbury Community Centre BURCHESTER PLACE | 483 yd | |
| Spiceball Park Sports Centre (Closed) Spiceball Park Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 494 yd |
| St Leonard'S Church Of England Of Primary School OVERTHORPE ROAD | grass pitches | 499 yd |
| Akasha Gym (Closed) Unit 8 Unit 8 Thorpe Way | health and fitness suite | 780 yd |
| Club Fitness 2000 (Closed) 10-15 10-15 Broad Street | health and fitness suite | 816 yd |
| Ep Gym Riverside | health and fitness suite | 968 yd |
| St Marys Ce Primary School SOUTHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 1,021 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 | 83.3% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.