Foscote Rise is in Banbury and in Cherwell district. OX16 9XP is located in the Banbury Grimsbury and Hightown electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Banbury. This postcode has been in use since 1982-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Foscote Rise, Banbury, OX16 9XP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX16 9XT, OX16 9BS, OX16 9XN, OX16 9BG, OX16 9BJ, OX16 9XS, OX16 9BT, OX16 9BQ, OX16 9BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX16 9XP has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 49.7% | 50% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 50.3% | 50% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of OX16 9XP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 56% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 26.7% | 30% | 3.3% | 37.9% | -7.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.2% | 56% | -7.2% | 44.2% | 11.8% |
| Separated | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 5% | 7.8% | 2.8% | 9.1% | -1.3% |
| Widowed | 3.9% | 6.2% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 0.1% |
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 (85.5%) 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 | 46.8% | 47.1% | 0.3% | 48.4% | -1.3% |
| Good health | 39.1% | 38.4% | -0.7% | 33.6% | 4.8% |
| Fair health | 11.5% | 11.4% | -0.1% | 12.7% | -1.3% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.1% | 0.2% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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 | 17.1% | 18.5% | 1.4% | 18.2% | 0.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 10.6% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 11.8% | -2.5% | 13.4% | -1.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.6% | 8.3% | 1.7% | 5.3% | 3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.9% | 16.1% | 5.2% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.1% | 32.7% | 3.6% | 33.8% | -1.1% |
| Other | 7.8% | 2% | -5.8% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 8.3% | 0.7% | -7.6% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.4% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 2.1% | -0.5% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 85.3% | 88.6% | 3.3% | 81.4% | 7.2% |
| Arab | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 78% 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 | 86.2% | 78% | -8.2% | 83.2% | -5.2% |
| European Union | 1.9% | 14.6% | 12.7% | 6.1% | 8.5% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.3% | 5.2% | -4.1% | 5.6% | -0.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 85.6% | 78.3% | -7.3% | 83.2% | -4.9% |
| 10+ Years | 3.5% | 10.5% | 7.0% | 9.8% | 0.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 4.2% | 2.3% | 2.9% | 1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.2% | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.2% | 1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.7% | 3.5% | -3.2% | 1.9% | 1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 76% | 76.7% | -0.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 6.3% | 0.9% | 5.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3.5% | 1.5% | 2.0% |
| North Africa | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Middle East | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8% | 13.5% | -5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.3% | 37.2% | -7.9% |
| Christian | 59.6% | 46.2% | 13.4% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Muslim | 5.9% | 6.5% | -0.6% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Foscote Rise was 40.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.7% lower than the Banbury Cross and Neithrop average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Foscote Rise has the 30th lowest crime rate of 106 local areas in Banbury Cross and Neithrop and the 219th lowest crime rate of 484 local areas in Cherwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -35.0%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Foscote Rise, Banbury, Oxfordshire Other, an established residential building | £683,600 | 2019-04-01 | £801,434 |
OX16 9XP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in OX16 9XP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 100 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Human health and social work activities | 26 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John's Catholic Primary School Avocet Way , Chatsworth Drive OX16 9YA | - not rated | 454 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange Community Primary School Avocet Way , OX16 9YA | 3out of 4 | 526 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harriers Banbury Academy Harriers View , Bloxham Road OX16 9JW | 3out of 4 | 758 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dashwood Banbury Academy Merton Street , OX16 4RX | 3out of 4 | 1,189 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Queensway School Queensway , OX16 9NF | 3out of 4 | 1,391 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form Addison Road , OX16 9DG | 3out of 4 | 905 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Futures Institute Banbury Ruskin Road , OX16 9HY | 3out of 4 | 950 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wykham Park Ruskin Road , OX16 9HY | 3out of 4 | 950 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Oxfordshire Academy Drayton Road , OX16 0UD | 3out of 4 | 3,449 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Warriner School Banbury Road , Bloxham OX15 4LJ | 3out of 4 | 4,184 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| English Language Training 49 Oxford Road , OX16 9AH | - not rated | 577 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Priory School St John's Road , OX16 5HX | - not rated | 710 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Frank Wise School Hornbeam Close , OX16 9RL | 4out of 4 | 1,579 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Hall School Wykham Park , OX16 9UR | - not rated | 2,679 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Carrdus School Overthorpe Hall , Banbury OX17 2BS | - not rated | 3,369 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cafe Express and Shop | Cafe First Floor, Banbury Railway Station Station Approach | 793 yd | |
| Kebabish Banbury | Part Of, 47D Broad Street | 884 yd | |
| Voujon Indian Restaurant | 22A South Bar Street | 906 yd | |
| The V Lounge | 22 South Bar Street | 918 yd | |
| Salkaara | Ground Floor, 16 Broad Street | 956 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chatsworth | The Chatsworth Chatsworth Drive | 606 yd | |
| Banbury United Football Club | The Banbury Plant Hire Community Stadium Station Approach | 623 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | 68 George Street | 1,001 yd | |
| The Cherwell | 63 - 67 Broad Street | 1,016 yd | |
| The Swan | 3 South Bar Street | 1,022 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q Fish - Chatsworth | 79 Chatsworth Drive | 584 yd | |
| Wai Lam House | 85 Chatsworth Drive | 630 yd | |
| 1st Eat | 48C Broad Street | 927 yd | |
| Royal Kebab And Pizza | 55 Broad Street | 962 yd | |
| Papa Johns | 6 George Street | 973 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsburys Supermarkerts Ltd | Sainsbury's Oxford Road | 393 yd | |
| The Co-op | 75 Chatsworth Drive | 578 yd | |
| Farmfoods Ltd | Unit 1b, The Calthorpe Centre Calthorpe Street | 888 yd | |
| Tesco Express | 23 High Street | 1,012 yd | |
| Maxi FreshCo | 62 - 63 High Street | 1,043 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St John'S Rc Primary School AVOCET WAY | grass pitches | 368 yd |
| The Grange Community Primary School AVOCET WAY | grass pitches | 484 yd |
| Ep Gym Riverside | health and fitness suite | 556 yd |
| Banbury United Community Fc Station Approach | grass pitches | 620 yd |
| Horton View Sports Ground BETWEEN 20 TO 22 BETWEEN 20 TO 22 HORTON VIEW | grass pitches, tennis courts | 814 yd |
| Easington Recreation Ground EASINGTON PARK EASINGTON PARK EASINGTON ROAD | grass pitches | 842 yd |
| Harriers Banbury Academy BLOXHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 882 yd |
| Blessed George Napier School ADDISON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 956 yd |
| Easington Sports Football Club ADDISON ROAD | grass pitches | 970 yd |
| Club Fitness 2000 (Closed) 10-15 10-15 Broad Street | health and fitness suite | 978 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.