Connolly Drive is in Carterton and in West Oxfordshire district. OX18 1BJ 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 Connolly Drive, Carterton, OX18 1BJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX18 1BQ, OX18 1BH, OX18 1BE, OX18 1BG, OX18 1AJ, OX18 1AF, OX18 1BL, OX18 1AB, OX18 1BS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX18 1BJ is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.6% | 50.4% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -0.6% |
| Male | 47.4% | 49.6% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 0.6% |
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 OX18 1BJ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.7% 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 | 17.9% | 24.3% | 6.4% | 37.9% | -13.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 65.8% | 60.7% | -5.1% | 44.2% | 16.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.4% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.3% | 7.6% | -2.7% | 9.1% | -1.5% |
| Widowed | 4.7% | 5.4% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (89%) 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 | 41.5% | 57.3% | 15.8% | 48.4% | 8.9% |
| Good health | 43.4% | 31.7% | -11.7% | 33.6% | -1.9% |
| Fair health | 11.8% | 8.5% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -4.2% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.3% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0.2% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 16.2% | 10.7% | -5.5% | 18.2% | -7.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.5% | 10.2% | -4.3% | 9.6% | 0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.2% | 19.5% | 0.3% | 13.4% | 6.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.8% | 6.5% | -0.3% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 17.5% | 24.6% | 7.1% | 16.9% | 7.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.8% | 24% | 2.2% | 33.8% | -9.8% |
| Other | 3.8% | 4.5% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 98.5% | 96.2% | -2.3% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
In this area, 94.2% 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 | 94.5% | 94.2% | -0.3% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.5% | 93.8% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 10.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.9% | 3.9% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 2.9% | -1.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.5% | 0.2% | -5.3% | 1.9% | -1.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.2% | 76.7% | 5.5% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Southern Asia | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 15.7% | 13.5% | 2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.3% | 37.2% | 1.1% |
| Christian | 53.3% | 46.2% | 7.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Not answered | 7.5% | 6.0% | 1.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Connolly Drive was 51.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 49.5% higher than the Carterton North East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Connolly Drive has the 5th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Carterton North East and the 124th highest crime rate of 352 local areas in West Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 36.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 Connolly Drive, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £349,000 | 2017-11-30 | £409,186 |
| 3 Connolly Drive, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2006-09-11 | £303,900 |
| 7 Connolly Drive, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2004-04-15 | £365,312 |
| 7 Connolly Drive, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £105,000 | 2000-05-25 | £327,277 |
| 5 Connolly Drive, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2000-05-05 | £352,212 |
OX18 1BJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 147 |
| Retired | 79 |
| Part-Time Employee | 52 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Other | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Other | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carterton Primary School Burford Road , OX18 3AD | 2out of 4 | 637 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Carterton Lawton Avenue , OX18 3JY | 1out of 4 | 863 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edith Moorhouse Primary School Lawton Avenue , OX18 3HP | 2out of 4 | 1,085 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 | 1,173 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateway Primary School Netheravon Close , OX18 3SF | 2out of 4 | 1,365 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 | 228 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burford School Cheltenham Road , OX18 4PL | 3out of 4 | 5,394 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 | 3,188 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carterton Football Club | Swinbrook Road, Carterton | 758 yd | |
| The Kitchen At Carterton Family Centre | Allendale Youth Centre, 8 Burford Road | 841 yd | |
| St John the Evangelist Church | St John The Evangelist Church, Burford Road | 841 yd | |
| Costa Coffee - Carterton | 9 Burford Road, Carterton | 879 yd | |
| Better Cafe - Carterton Leisure Centre | Carterton Leisure Centre, Broadshires Way | 918 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carterton Squash Club | Swinbrook Road, Carterton | 539 yd | |
| Grapes And Tomatoes Trading Company | 3 The Tower Centre, Alvescot Road | 959 yd | |
| Carterton Social Centre Club | Brownes Hall, Alvescot Road | 1,020 yd | |
| Siege Of Orleans | 5 The Giles Centre, Alvescot Road | 1,022 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Domino's Pizza | 5 Burford Road, Carterton | 862 yd | |
| Burford Road Fish Bar | 17 Burford Road, Carterton | 862 yd | |
| The Harbour - Fish And Chips | 5B Marigold Square, Carterton | 930 yd | |
| Hoofs | 7A Marigold Square, Carterton | 930 yd | |
| JPL Peking Express | 6 Marigold Square, Carterton | 930 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 1 - 3 Marigold Square, Carterton | 930 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore, Alvescot Road | 1,020 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carterton Community College CARTERTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE CARTERTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE UPAVON WAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 264 yd |
| Carterton Atp CARTERTON ASTROTURF PITCH CARTERTON ASTROTURF PITCH UPAVON WAY | artificial grass pitch | 282 yd |
| Carterton Primary School BURFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 595 yd |
| Carterton Squash Club SWINBROOK ROAD | squash courts | 712 yd |
| Carterton Indoor Bowls Club Arkell Avenue | indoor bowls | 769 yd |
| Swinbrook Road Recreation Ground (Closed) Swinbrook Road | grass pitches | 852 yd |
| Alvescot Road Recreation Ground Alvescot Road | grass pitches | 871 yd |
| Carterton Leisure Centre BROADSHIRES WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 919 yd |
| Carterton And Black Bourton Village Hall Alvescot Road | 946 yd | |
| St Josephs Primary School LAWTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 987 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.