Cotswold Way is in Carterton and in West Oxfordshire district. OX18 1BE is located in the Carterton North West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witney. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Cotswold Way, Carterton, OX18 1BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX18 1AJ, OX18 1BJ, OX18 1BQ, OX18 1BG, OX18 1AF, OX18 1BH, OX18 1AE, OX18 1AB, OX18 1BU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX18 1BE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.5% | 51.9% | 1.4% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 49.5% | 48.1% | -1.4% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 30% | 28.1% | -1.9% | 37.9% | -9.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.7% | 50.2% | -1.5% | 44.2% | 6.0% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 11.8% | 0.9% | 9.1% | 2.7% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 6.1% | 0.9% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 41.9% | 36.9% | -5.0% | 48.4% | -11.5% |
| Good health | 38.3% | 42.6% | 4.3% | 33.6% | 9.0% |
| Fair health | 12.5% | 15.7% | 3.2% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 3.2% | -2.7% | 4.0% | -0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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.
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 19.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 24.3% | 25% | 0.7% | 18.2% | 6.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 21.3% | 17% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 7.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.7% | 12.1% | -6.6% | 13.4% | -1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.2% | 6.8% | 1.6% | 5.3% | 1.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.5% | 17% | 3.5% | 16.9% | 0.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 15.4% | 19.3% | 3.9% | 33.8% | -14.5% |
| Other | 1.5% | 2.7% | 1.2% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98% | 96.5% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 15.1% |
In this area, 91.7% 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 | 96.4% | 91.7% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 5.8% | 3.5% | 6.1% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 1.9% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| 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 | 96.4% | 91.7% | -4.7% | 83.2% | 8.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.4% | 6.4% | 9.8% | -3.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.3% | 0% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.7% | 76.7% | 5.0% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 2.2% | 1.3% | 0.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.1% | 13.5% | 0.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 53.7% | 46.2% | 7.5% |
| Jewish | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cotswold Way was 30.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 12.5% lower than the Carterton North East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Cotswold Way has the 15th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Carterton North East and the 133rd lowest crime rate of 352 local areas in West Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -56.6%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Cotswold Way, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-03-07 | £344,018 |
| 16 Cotswold Way, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-06-17 | £262,175 |
| 6 Cotswold Way, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2013-02-01 | £313,693 |
| 18 Cotswold Way, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £225,000 | 2010-10-22 | £363,517 |
| 2 Cotswold Way, Carterton, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2007-08-17 | £393,642 |
OX18 1BE 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 | 89 |
| Retired | 65 |
| Part-Time Employee | 42 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Other | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Education | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carterton Primary School Burford Road , OX18 3AD | 2out of 4 | 574 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Carterton Lawton Avenue , OX18 3JY | 1out of 4 | 809 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edith Moorhouse Primary School Lawton Avenue , OX18 3HP | 2out of 4 | 1,035 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School Bluebell Way , Shilton Park OX18 1JF | 3out of 4 | 1,159 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateway Primary School Netheravon Close , OX18 3SF | 2out of 4 | 1,301 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carterton Community College Upavon Way , OX18 1BU | 2out of 4 | 174 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burford School Cheltenham Road , OX18 4PL | 3out of 4 | 5,458 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sandwell Learning Centre Sandwell Learning Centre , Main Road OX18 2PY | - not rated | 3,145 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kitchen At Carterton Family Centre | Allendale Youth Centre, 8 Burford Road | 778 yd | |
| St John the Evangelist Church | St John The Evangelist Church, Burford Road | 778 yd | |
| Costa Coffee - Carterton | 9 Burford Road, Carterton | 817 yd | |
| Carterton Football Club | Swinbrook Road, Carterton | 817 yd | |
| Better Cafe - Carterton Leisure Centre | Carterton Leisure Centre, Broadshires Way | 887 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carterton Squash Club | Swinbrook Road, Carterton | 594 yd | |
| Grapes And Tomatoes Trading Company | 3 The Tower Centre, Alvescot Road | 897 yd | |
| Siege Of Orleans | 5 The Giles Centre, Alvescot Road | 960 yd | |
| Carterton Social Centre Club | Brownes Hall, Alvescot Road | 962 yd | |
| The Beehive | 18 Black Bourton Road, Carterton | 1,038 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 5 Burford Road, Carterton | 799 yd | |
| Burford Road Fish Bar | 17 Burford Road, Carterton | 800 yd | |
| Caprinos Pizza | Unit 1, The Tower Centre | 894 yd | |
| Mohan Tandoori | 11 The Tower Centre, Alvescot Road | 896 yd | |
| Medina Grill | 9 The Tower Centre, Alvescot Road | 896 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 1 - 3 Marigold Square, Carterton | 919 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore, Alvescot Road | 962 yd | |
| Asda | 3 Black Bourton Road, Carterton | 1,091 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carterton Community College CARTERTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE CARTERTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE UPAVON WAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 247 yd |
| Carterton Atp CARTERTON ASTROTURF PITCH CARTERTON ASTROTURF PITCH UPAVON WAY | artificial grass pitch | 266 yd |
| Carterton Primary School BURFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 531 yd |
| Carterton Indoor Bowls Club Arkell Avenue | indoor bowls | 709 yd |
| Carterton Squash Club SWINBROOK ROAD | squash courts | 761 yd |
| Alvescot Road Recreation Ground Alvescot Road | grass pitches | 813 yd |
| Carterton And Black Bourton Village Hall Alvescot Road | 888 yd | |
| Carterton Leisure Centre BROADSHIRES WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 888 yd |
| Swinbrook Road Recreation Ground (Closed) Swinbrook Road | grass pitches | 914 yd |
| St Josephs Primary School LAWTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 945 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 | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 140.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.3 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.