Elm Close is in Carterton and in West Oxfordshire district. OX18 1HB is located in the Carterton North East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witney. This postcode has been in use since 2004-02-01.
StreetScan combines information about Elm Close, Carterton, OX18 1HB and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX18 1GB, OX18 1JS, OX18 1JR, OX18 1AP, OX18 1JL, OX18 1JU, OX18 1JG, OX18 1AR, OX18 1JJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX18 1HB is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.8% | 51% | 2.2% | 51.0% | 0.0% |
| Male | 51.2% | 49% | -2.2% | 49.0% | 0.0% |
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 | 32.9% | 35% | 2.1% | 37.9% | -2.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.4% | 50.6% | -6.8% | 44.2% | 6.4% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 2.3% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Divorced | 8% | 9.1% | 1.1% | 9.1% | 0.0% |
| Widowed | 0% | 3% | 3.0% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 (88.1%) 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 | 61.8% | 50.6% | -11.2% | 48.4% | 2.2% |
| Good health | 30.3% | 37.5% | 7.2% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 5.5% | 7.6% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -5.1% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 4.1% | 1.8% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 OX18 1HB this area, 9.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 7.2% | 9.4% | 2.2% | 18.2% | -8.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.9% | 13.2% | -3.7% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 24.1% | 17.3% | -6.8% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2% | 4.9% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 22.6% | 9.3% | 16.9% | 5.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.5% | 30.8% | 0.3% | 33.8% | -3.0% |
| Other | 6% | 1.9% | -4.1% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.7% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.6% | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | 0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 94.2% | 91.3% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 9.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 90.4% 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 | 91.9% | 90.4% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 4% | 3.5% | -0.5% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 2.6% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 1.4% | 0.2% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 1.7% | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 90.4% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 6.7% | 6.1% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.7% | 0.9% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.6% | 2% | -2.6% | 1.9% | 0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.5% | 76.7% | 5.8% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Romania | 0.6% | 0.9% | -0.3% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| No passport held | 13.4% | 13.5% | -0.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 7.2% | 6.0% | 1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Elm Close was 13.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.9% lower than the Carterton North East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Elm Close has the 7th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Carterton North East and the 39th lowest crime rate of 352 local areas in West Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 21 Elm Close, Carterton, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £83,250 | 2006-03-31 | £120,167 |
| 21 Elm Close, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £165,000 | 2004-09-01 | £315,964 |
OX18 1HB area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 | 137 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Retired | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 38 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Human health and social work activities | 21 |
| Education | 20 |
| Other | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 9 |
| Manufacturing | 7 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School Bluebell Way , Shilton Park OX18 1JF | 3out of 4 | 235 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carterton Primary School Burford Road , OX18 3AD | 2out of 4 | 899 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateway Primary School Netheravon Close , OX18 3SF | 2out of 4 | 1,322 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Carterton Lawton Avenue , OX18 3JY | 1out of 4 | 1,409 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edith Moorhouse Primary School Lawton Avenue , OX18 3HP | 2out of 4 | 1,658 yd | Academy converter | Yes | 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 | 1,016 yd | Community school | 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 | 3,729 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Better Cafe - Carterton Leisure Centre | Carterton Leisure Centre, Broadshires Way | 198 yd | |
| Carterton Community Centre | Community Centre, Marigold Square | 206 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | Unit 5, Kipling Court | 418 yd | |
| Carterton Gymnastic Club CIC | Unit C10, West Oxfordshire Retail Park | 637 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Masons Arms | Masons Arms, Burford Road | 978 yd | |
| Carterton Squash Club | Swinbrook Road, Carterton | 989 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Harbour - Fish And Chips | 5B Marigold Square, Carterton | 128 yd | |
| Hoofs | 7A Marigold Square, Carterton | 128 yd | |
| JPL Peking Express | 6 Marigold Square, Carterton | 128 yd | |
| Soross | 8 Marigold Square, Carterton | 128 yd | |
| Bilash | 13 Ventura Park, Broadshires Way | 279 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 1 - 3 Marigold Square, Carterton | 128 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carterton Leisure Centre BROADSHIRES WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 203 yd |
| St John The Evangelist Ce Primary School BLUEBELL WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 212 yd |
| Heroez Gym Ventura Park Ventura Park Broadshires Way | health and fitness suite | 274 yd |
| Monahan Way Sports Pavilion THE SPORTS PAVILION THE SPORTS PAVILION MONAHAN WAY | grass pitches | 485 yd |
| Raf Brize Norton | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 810 yd |
| Carterton Primary School BURFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 904 yd |
| Carterton Squash Club SWINBROOK ROAD | squash courts | 971 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 | 70.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 86.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 330 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.2 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.