East Street is in Banbury and in Cherwell district. OX16 3LN 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 East Street, Banbury, OX16 3LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX16 3QT, OX16 3LL, OX16 4RD, OX16 3LA, OX16 3LB, OX16 3LQ, OX16 3LG, OX16 4RE, OX16 3LF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX16 3LN has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 52.4% | 48.6% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 47.6% | 51.4% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 | 41.8% | 37.7% | -4.1% | 37.9% | -0.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.6% | 43.4% | 10.8% | 44.2% | -0.8% |
| Separated | 3.8% | 3.7% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 9.8% | -1.9% | 9.1% | 0.7% |
| Widowed | 10% | 5.3% | -4.7% | 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 | 34.6% | 40.7% | 6.1% | 48.4% | -7.7% |
| Good health | 37.8% | 36.9% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 3.3% |
| Fair health | 19.2% | 13.9% | -5.3% | 12.7% | 1.2% |
| Bad health | 7% | 6.3% | -0.7% | 4.0% | 2.3% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 2.2% | 0.8% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
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 OX16 3LN this area, 33.1% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 13.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 43.1% | 33.1% | -10.0% | 18.2% | 14.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.2% | 19.6% | 2.4% | 9.6% | 10.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.3% | 11% | -0.3% | 13.4% | -2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.5% | 6.5% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.5% | 9.8% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -7.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 10% | 13.5% | 3.5% | 33.8% | -20.3% |
| Other | 8.4% | 6.5% | -1.9% | 2.8% | 3.7% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.4% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 2.1% | 0.9% | -1.2% | 3.1% | -2.2% |
| Pakistani | 13.3% | 19.7% | 6.4% | 2.7% | 17.0% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.3% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.7% | 0.6% | -0.1% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| White | 81.1% | 73.4% | -7.7% | 81.4% | -8.0% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 74.2% 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 | 78.3% | 74.2% | -4.1% | 83.2% | -9.0% |
| European Union | 11.2% | 13.8% | 2.6% | 6.1% | 7.7% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 1.9% | 1.2% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 8.4% | 8.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | 3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.3% | -0.1% | 1.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.3% | 74.4% | -3.9% | 83.2% | -8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 3.8% | 12.6% | 8.8% | 9.8% | 2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.3% | 3.2% | -3.1% | 2.9% | 0.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.9% | 5% | 0.1% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.6% | 4.7% | -1.9% | 1.9% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58% | 76.7% | -18.7% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Portugal | 2.2% | 0.5% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 4.7% | 1.3% | 3.4% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 5% | 1.5% | 3.5% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.9% | 0.2% | 1.7% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 33.9% | 37.2% | -3.3% |
| Christian | 41.8% | 46.2% | -4.4% |
| Muslim | 19.9% | 6.5% | 13.4% |
| Sikh | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 2.5% | 6.0% | -3.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around East Street was 135.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 22.1% lower than the Banbury Cross and Neithrop average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
East Street has the 24th highest crime rate of 106 local areas in Banbury Cross and Neithrop and the 52nd highest crime rate of 484 local areas in Cherwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 50.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 12.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 76 East Street, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2023-08-16 | £234,803 |
| 72 East Street, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £187,000 | 2021-10-04 | £211,136 |
| 73 East Street, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2021-06-01 | £230,167 |
| Knot Cottage, 70 East Street, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £218,500 | 2018-03-26 | £255,297 |
| 72 East Street, Banbury, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £190,000 | 2016-07-08 | £227,819 |
OX16 3LN 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 32 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 27 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Leonard's Church of England Primary School Overthorpe Road , OX16 4SB | 3out of 4 | 520 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dashwood Banbury Academy Merton Street , OX16 4RX | 3out of 4 | 645 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 | 1,111 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Harriers Banbury Academy Harriers View , Bloxham Road OX16 9JW | 3out of 4 | 1,803 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Catholic Primary School Avocet Way , Chatsworth Drive OX16 9YA | - not rated | 2,018 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 | 2,453 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wykham Park Ruskin Road , OX16 9HY | 3out of 4 | 2,453 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 | 2,530 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Oxfordshire Academy Drayton Road , OX16 0UD | 3out of 4 | 3,269 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Chenderit School Archery Road , Middleton Cheney OX17 2QR | 3out of 4 | 4,407 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 | 1,598 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Language Training 49 Oxford Road , OX16 9AH | - not rated | 1,684 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Carrdus School Overthorpe Hall , Banbury OX17 2BS | - not rated | 2,045 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Frank Wise School Hornbeam Close , OX16 9RL | 4out of 4 | 2,297 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Hall School Wykham Park , OX16 9UR | - not rated | 4,238 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 | 645 yd | |
| The Mill Arts Centre | The Mill Arts Centre Spiceball Park Road | 724 yd | |
| Costa Ltd | Costa Coffee, Stroud Park Ermont Way | 740 yd | |
| Connie's @ The Museum | Pavement Coffee Co, Banbury Museum And Gallery Castle Quay | 802 yd | |
| Pizza Express | Unit 6 Spiceball Park Road | 829 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Pepper Pot | 6 Burchester Place | 234 yd | |
| The Bell | 12 Middleton Road | 510 yd | |
| The Cherwell | 63 - 67 Broad Street | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantis Fish Bar | Unit 2, Blacklock House Middleton Road | 99 yd | |
| Subway | Unit 3, Blacklock House Middleton Road | 99 yd | |
| ANH Chinese Takeaway | 1 Burchester Place | 257 yd | |
| Good Chef | 43C Middleton Road | 448 yd | |
| Grimsbury Fish Bar | 43 Middleton Road | 449 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 3 Burchester Place | 277 yd | |
| One Below | 76 - 77 Castle Quay | 924 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Grimsbury Community Centre BURCHESTER PLACE | 257 yd | |
| Moorfields Park WELLINGTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 330 yd |
| Energie Fitness (Banbury) ST. LEONARDS SCHOOL ST. LEONARDS SCHOOL MIDDLETON ROAD | health and fitness suite | 351 yd |
| St Leonard'S Church Of England Of Primary School OVERTHORPE ROAD | grass pitches | 398 yd |
| Spiceball Leisure Centre CHERWELL DRIVE | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 651 yd |
| Spiceball Park Sports Centre (Closed) Spiceball Park Road | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 711 yd |
| Akasha Gym (Closed) Unit 8 Unit 8 Thorpe Way | health and fitness suite | 784 yd |
| Banbury Twenty Cricket Club STROUD PARK STROUD PARK ERMONT WAY | grass pitches | 862 yd |
| Club Fitness 2000 (Closed) 10-15 10-15 Broad Street | health and fitness suite | 1,042 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 | 62.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 62.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 62.5% |
| 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 | 40 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.