Kingfisher Drive is in Banbury and in Cherwell district. OX16 9YD is located in the Banbury Calthorpe and Easington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Banbury. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingfisher Drive, Banbury, OX16 9YD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX16 9UU, OX16 9YA, OX16 9YE, OX16 9YW, OX16 9YZ, OX16 9YH, OX16 9YX, OX16 9YB, OX16 9YN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OX16 9YD is primarily male, with 53.2% 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% | 46.8% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -4.2% |
| Male | 51.2% | 53.2% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 4.2% |
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 9YD there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 58.8% 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 | 25.3% | 25.1% | -0.2% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 60.4% | 58.8% | -1.6% | 44.2% | 14.6% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 3.6% | 1.9% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 7.2% | -0.3% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 5.1% | 4.7% | -0.4% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 53% | 49.3% | -3.7% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 34.5% | 1.2% | 33.6% | 0.9% |
| Fair health | 10% | 12.5% | 2.5% | 12.7% | -0.2% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.2% | 0.1% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.6% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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 | 21.2% | 16.2% | -5.0% | 18.2% | -2.0% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.7% | 13.7% | -2.0% | 9.6% | 4.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.1% | 15.9% | -4.2% | 13.4% | 2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 5.8% | -1.4% | 5.3% | 0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 18.8% | 7.5% | 16.9% | 1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 26% | 4.2% | 33.8% | -7.8% |
| Other | 2.7% | 3.6% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.2% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.1% | -0.2% |
| Chinese | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 3.1% | 0.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.8% | 2% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 2.6% | 0.6% | -2.0% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0.3% | -0.2% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| White | 92.1% | 89.2% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 7.8% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
In this area, 91% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.7% | 91% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 5.2% | 2.3% | 6.1% | -0.9% |
| Africa | 1.3% | 0.6% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.3% | 2.6% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -3.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 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 | 92.7% | 90.5% | -2.2% | 83.2% | 7.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.2% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.8% | 3.5% | 1.7% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.5% | 76.7% | 3.8% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.2% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.8% | 13.5% | 1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.7% | 37.2% | -1.5% |
| Christian | 52.8% | 46.2% | 6.6% |
| Hindu | 1.2% | 1.7% | -0.5% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 4.1% | 6.5% | -2.4% |
| Other religion | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.3% |
| Not answered | 4.9% | 6.0% | -1.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingfisher Drive was 126.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.9% lower than the Banbury Cross and Neithrop average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Kingfisher Drive has the 26th highest crime rate of 106 local areas in Banbury Cross and Neithrop and the 57th highest crime rate of 484 local areas in Cherwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 31.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -52.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 24 Kingfisher Drive, Banbury, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £302,500 | 2023-07-03 | £323,842 |
| 33 Kingfisher Drive, Banbury, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2022-09-02 | £338,246 |
| 23 Kingfisher Drive, Banbury, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2021-09-15 | £306,742 |
| 14 Kingfisher Drive, Banbury, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £282,000 | 2021-05-07 | £339,372 |
| 9 Kingfisher Drive, Banbury, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £277,000 | 2019-10-11 | £362,204 |
OX16 9YD area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 9YD area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 34% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 109 |
| Retired | 94 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 51 |
| Manufacturing | 30 |
| Human health and social work activities | 23 |
| Education | 20 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Other | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 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 | 58 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Grange Community Primary School Avocet Way , OX16 9YA | 3out of 4 | 154 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Loveday Church of England Primary School White Post Road , Bodicote OX15 4BN | 2out of 4 | 1,073 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Harriers Banbury Academy Harriers View , Bloxham Road OX16 9JW | 3out of 4 | 1,151 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Longford Park Primary School Longford Park Road , Bodicote OX15 4FU | - not rated | 1,391 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | 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 | 824 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Futures Institute Banbury Ruskin Road , OX16 9HY | 3out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Studio schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wykham Park Ruskin Road , OX16 9HY | 3out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| North Oxfordshire Academy Drayton Road , OX16 0UD | 3out of 4 | 3,883 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| The Warriner School Banbury Road , Bloxham OX15 4LJ | 3out of 4 | 3,959 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 | 1,001 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Priory School St John's Road , OX16 5HX | - not rated | 1,157 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Frank Wise School Hornbeam Close , OX16 9RL | 4out of 4 | 1,935 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Tudor Hall School Wykham Park , OX16 9UR | - not rated | 2,537 yd | Other independent school | No | Girls | More About School |
| Carrdus School Overthorpe Hall , Banbury OX17 2BS | - not rated | 3,577 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Chatsworth | The Chatsworth Chatsworth Drive | 131 yd | |
| Banbury United Football Club | The Banbury Plant Hire Community Stadium Station Approach | 927 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Q Fish - Chatsworth | 79 Chatsworth Drive | 96 yd | |
| Wai Lam House | 85 Chatsworth Drive | 148 yd | |
| Greggs | Banbury Service Station Oxford Road | 1,041 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-op | 75 Chatsworth Drive | 90 yd | |
| Sainsburys Supermarkerts Ltd | Sainsbury's Oxford Road | 368 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St John'S Rc Primary School AVOCET WAY | grass pitches | 129 yd |
| The Grange Community Primary School AVOCET WAY | grass pitches | 250 yd |
| Easington Sports Football Club ADDISON ROAD | grass pitches | 898 yd |
| Banbury United Community Fc Station Approach | grass pitches | 922 yd |
| Blessed George Napier School ADDISON ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 929 yd |
| Ep Gym Riverside | health and fitness suite | 944 yd |
| Horton View Sports Ground BETWEEN 20 TO 22 BETWEEN 20 TO 22 HORTON VIEW | grass pitches, tennis courts | 978 yd |
| Bishop Loveday C Of E Primary School WHITE POST ROAD | grass pitches | 1,031 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 | 37.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 37.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 67.34 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 67.34 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 19.76 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.