Hickman Close is in Greatworth, Banbury and in West Northamptonshire district. OX17 2FA is located in the Middleton Cheney electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Northamptonshire. This postcode has been in use since 2003-04-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hickman Close, Greatworth, Banbury, OX17 2FA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX17 2EA, OX17 2EB, OX17 2DS, OX17 2DZ, OX17 2DY, OX17 2EE, OX17 2ED, OX17 2DR, OX17 2DP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OX17 2FA, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 52.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52% | 52.9% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 1.9% |
| Male | 48% | 47.1% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -1.9% |
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 OX17 2FA there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.2% 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 | 21.1% | 24.8% | 3.7% | 37.9% | -13.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 58.4% | 53.2% | -5.2% | 44.2% | 9.0% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 1.4% | -1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 11.5% | 14.4% | 2.9% | 9.1% | 5.3% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 5.1% | -1.4% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 (87.2%) 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 | 51.7% | 49.3% | -2.4% | 48.4% | 0.9% |
| Good health | 36.5% | 37.9% | 1.4% | 33.6% | 4.3% |
| Fair health | 9.1% | 8.1% | -1.0% | 12.7% | -4.6% |
| Bad health | 2% | 3.9% | 1.9% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
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 | 13.7% | 11.4% | -2.3% | 18.2% | -6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 10% | -3.4% | 9.6% | 0.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.7% | 14.3% | -3.4% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.4% | 7.7% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 2.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.8% | 20.3% | 8.5% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 37.6% | 32.9% | -4.7% | 33.8% | -0.9% |
| Other | 2.5% | 3.4% | 0.9% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| White | 99% | 99.8% | 0.8% | 81.4% | 18.4% |
In this area, 98.5% 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 | 94.6% | 98.5% | 3.9% | 83.2% | 15.3% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 0.5% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.2% | 1% | -0.2% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.4% | 98% | 3.6% | 83.2% | 14.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 1.5% | 1.3% | 9.8% | -8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.2% | 0.2% | -4.0% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.8% | 76.7% | 8.1% |
| Poland | 0.2% | 1.3% | -1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 14.3% | 13.5% | 0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 53.4% | 46.2% | 7.2% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hickman Close was 34.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 2.7% lower than the Middleton Cheney average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hickman Close has the 20th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Middleton Cheney and the 406th lowest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 17.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -20.0%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% 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 Hickman Close, Banbury, West Northamptonshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2025-03-21 | £343,291 |
| 8 Hickman Close, Banbury, West Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2023-11-10 | £351,544 |
| 12 Hickman Close, Banbury, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £505,000 | 2022-06-01 | £529,990 |
| 3 Hickman Close, Banbury, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £592,500 | 2021-11-01 | £657,042 |
| 9 Hickman Close, Banbury, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2019-02-25 | £380,271 |
OX17 2FA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 129 |
| Retired | 92 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 17 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Other | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Greatworth Primary School Helmdon Road , Greatworth OX17 2DR | 3out of 4 | 348 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Farthinghoe Primary School Main Road , Farthinghoe NN13 5PA | 4out of 4 | 3,352 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Helmdon Primary School 21 Station Road , Helmdon NN13 5QT | 3out of 4 | 4,228 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Culworth Church of England Primary Academy Culworth , The Green OX17 2BB | 3out of 4 | 4,861 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chenderit School Archery Road , Middleton Cheney OX17 2QR | 3out of 4 | 5,084 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greatworth Inn | The Inn, Chapel Road | 185 yd | |
| Greatworth Sports & Social Club | Greatworth Sports And Social Club, Helmdon Road | 194 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Greatworth County Primary School (Closed) Helmdon Road | grass pitches | 235 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 58.3% |
| 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 | 79.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 101.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 222.15 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 222.15 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 22.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 33.31 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.