Upper Paradise is in Kings Sutton, Banbury and in West Northamptonshire district. OX17 3RN 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 Upper Paradise, Kings Sutton, Banbury, OX17 3RN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX17 3RJ, OX17 3RR, OX17 3RH, OX17 3RQ, OX17 3RA, OX17 3RE, OX17 3SE, OX17 3RB, OX17 3RF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX17 3RN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.7% | 51.7% | 2.0% | 51.0% | 0.7% |
| Male | 50.3% | 48.3% | -2.0% | 49.0% | -0.7% |
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 | 20.2% | 30.1% | 9.9% | 37.9% | -7.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 55.1% | 49.6% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 5.4% |
| Separated | 3% | 1.3% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 12.7% | 11.9% | -0.8% | 9.1% | 2.8% |
| Widowed | 9% | 7.1% | -1.9% | 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 (85.4%) 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 | 50% | 53.7% | 3.7% | 48.4% | 5.3% |
| Good health | 32.9% | 31.7% | -1.2% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 13.4% | 10.4% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -2.3% |
| Bad health | 3% | 3.9% | 0.9% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 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 3RN this area, 8.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 46.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.1% | 8.4% | -4.7% | 18.2% | -9.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 8.6% | -6.8% | 9.6% | -1.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.9% | 16% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 4.8% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -0.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7.1% | 14.7% | 7.6% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 41.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% | 33.8% | 12.4% |
| Other | 4.1% | 1.3% | -2.8% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.2% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -0.8% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 0.5% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.6% | 0.4% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.4% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| White | 97.3% | 96.3% | -1.0% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 95.4% | 94.1% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.6% | 1.0% | 6.1% | -4.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.6% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 2% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.1% | 93.5% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.4% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.2% | 76.7% | 8.5% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 12% | 13.5% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.1% | 37.2% | 2.9% |
| Christian | 54.8% | 46.2% | 8.6% |
| Muslim | 0.2% | 6.5% | -6.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Upper Paradise was 28.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.7% lower than the Middleton Cheney average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Upper Paradise has the 18th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Middleton Cheney and the 302nd lowest crime rate of 1,265 local areas in West Northamptonshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 6.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -45.9%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chaucer Wood Upper Paradise, Banbury, West Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £660,000 | 2024-02-13 | £710,984 |
| Springwood Upper Paradise, Banbury, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £720,000 | 2020-09-30 | £863,322 |
| Avalon Paradise, 5 Upper Paradise, Banbury, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £490,000 | 2018-01-17 | £609,804 |
| Micklewood Upper Paradise, Banbury, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £620,000 | 2014-07-15 | £983,115 |
| Micklewood Upper Paradise, Banbury, Northamptonshire Detached, an established residential building | £440,000 | 2004-03-30 | £899,438 |
OX17 3RN 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 | 152 |
| Retired | 97 |
| Part-Time Employee | 51 |
| Self-Employed | 43 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Unemployed | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Other | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Education | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 14 |
| Information and communication | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Sutton Primary Academy Richmond Street , Kings Sutton OX17 3RT | 1out of 4 | 674 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Christopher Rawlins Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School Aynho Road , Adderbury OX17 3NH | - not rated | 2,300 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Newbottle and Charlton Church of England Primary School Green Lane , Charlton OX17 3DN | 3out of 4 | 3,567 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longford Park Primary School Longford Park Road , Bodicote OX15 4FU | - not rated | 3,743 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bishop Loveday Church of England Primary School White Post Road , Bodicote OX15 4BN | 2out of 4 | 4,421 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The White Horse | 2 The Square, Kings Sutton | 270 yd | |
| Butchers Arms | 10 Whittall Street, Kings Sutton | 283 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mid Counties Cooperative | 45-47 Richmond Street, Kings Sutton | 660 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 | 83.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 50.0% |
| 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.