Bull Baulk is in Middleton Cheney, Banbury and in West Northamptonshire district. OX17 2QE is located in the Middleton Cheney electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of South Northamptonshire. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Bull Baulk, Middleton Cheney, Banbury, OX17 2QE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX17 2QN, OX17 2QL, OX17 2QG, OX17 2QJ, OX17 2QQ, OX17 2QH, OX17 2PA, OX17 2QW, OX17 2NZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX17 2QE has a slightly higher male population, with 50.4% 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% | 49.6% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -1.4% |
| Male | 48% | 50.4% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 1.4% |
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 | 27.2% | 32.7% | 5.5% | 37.9% | -5.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.6% | 38.3% | -8.3% | 44.2% | -5.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 11.7% | 15.9% | 4.2% | 9.1% | 6.8% |
| Widowed | 13.1% | 9.8% | -3.3% | 6.1% | 3.7% |
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 | 34.4% | 36.1% | 1.7% | 48.4% | -12.3% |
| Good health | 38.5% | 38.1% | -0.4% | 33.6% | 4.5% |
| Fair health | 18.9% | 16.3% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 3.6% |
| Bad health | 5.7% | 7.5% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 3.5% |
| Very bad health | 2.5% | 2% | -0.5% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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 OX17 2QE this area, 28.1% 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 19.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 36.4% | 28.1% | -8.3% | 18.2% | 9.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.1% | 12.9% | -1.2% | 9.6% | 3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.6% | 20.3% | 5.7% | 13.4% | 6.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.9% | 5.1% | 0.2% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 12.9% | 2.7% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.1% | 19.4% | 5.3% | 33.8% | -14.4% |
| Other | 5.8% | 1.4% | -4.4% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.4% 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% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.0% | -0.2% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.8% | 98.4% | -0.4% | 81.4% | 17.0% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 95.2% 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 | 98% | 95.2% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.5% | 95.2% | -2.3% | 83.2% | 12.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -5.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.4% | 76.7% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38% | 37.2% | 0.8% |
| Christian | 57.6% | 46.2% | 11.4% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 3.2% | 6.0% | -2.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bull Baulk was 21.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.1% lower than the Middleton Cheney average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bull Baulk has the 10th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Middleton Cheney and the 201st lowest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 13.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -65.3%.
Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 61% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Bull Baulk, Banbury, West Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £253,000 | 2024-03-07 | £273,773 |
| 27 Bull Baulk, Banbury, West Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £280,000 | 2023-05-05 | £301,403 |
| 27 Bull Baulk, Banbury, West Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2021-03-05 | £282,612 |
| 30 Bull Baulk, Banbury, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2019-06-28 | £266,519 |
| 27 Bull Baulk, Banbury, Northamptonshire Terraced, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2017-03-17 | £264,111 |
OX17 2QE 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 | 74 |
| Retired | 54 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Education | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Middleton Cheney Primary Academy Main Road , Middleton Cheney OX17 2PD | 3out of 4 | 283 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chacombe CEVA Primary Academy 37 Thorpe Road , Chacombe OX17 2JA | 3out of 4 | 2,029 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Leonard's Church of England Primary School Overthorpe Road , OX16 4SB | 3out of 4 | 3,676 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Dashwood Banbury Academy Merton Street , OX16 4RX | 3out of 4 | 4,031 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Farthinghoe Primary School Main Road , Farthinghoe NN13 5PA | 4out of 4 | 4,789 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 494 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carrdus School Overthorpe Hall , Banbury OX17 2BS | - not rated | 1,956 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John's Priory School St John's Road , OX16 5HX | - not rated | 5,400 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| English Language Training 49 Oxford Road , OX16 9AH | - not rated | 5,418 yd | Miscellaneous | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Henry's Cafe | 10 High Street, Middleton Cheney | 179 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dolphin Inn | 134 Main Road, Middleton Cheney | 306 yd | |
| The New Inn | 45 Main Road, Middleton Cheney | 697 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Mings | 14-16 High Street, Middleton Cheney | 169 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid Counties Cooperative | 4 High Street, Middleton Cheney | 200 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Middleton Cheney Primary Academy MAIN ROAD | grass pitches | 261 yd |
| Chenderit School ARCHERY ROAD | grass pitches | 460 yd |
| Middleton Cheney Playing Field PAVILION AND SPORTS FIELD PAVILION AND SPORTS FIELD ASTROP ROAD | grass pitches, tennis courts | 471 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 | 92.9% |
| 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 | 80 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 84 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 159.87 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 159.87 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30.06 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.