Willow Drive is in Carterton and in West Oxfordshire district. OX18 1JU is located in the Carterton North East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witney. This postcode has been in use since 2003-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Willow Drive, Carterton, OX18 1JU and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX18 1JY, OX18 1JX, OX18 1JT, OX18 1HB, OX18 1GB, OX18 1JZ, OX18 1AD, OX18 1JE, OX18 1JS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX18 1JU 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 1JU 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 Willow Drive was 26.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 26.2% lower than the Carterton North East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Willow Drive has the 13th lowest crime rate of 32 local areas in Carterton North East and the 115th lowest crime rate of 354 local areas in West Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -59.5%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 44 Willow Drive, Carterton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2025-08-22 | £311,025 |
| 50 Willow Drive, Carterton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2024-07-19 | £338,418 |
| 27 Willow Drive, Carterton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £268,500 | 2024-07-12 | £275,349 |
| 50 Willow Drive, Carterton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £325,000 | 2024-03-27 | £343,093 |
| 21 Willow Drive, Carterton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £352,500 | 2023-08-21 | £363,719 |
OX18 1JU 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edith Moorhouse Nursery School Lawton Avenue , OX8 3HP | - not rated | 1,628 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| 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 | 4out of 4 | 235 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carterton Primary School Burford Road , OX18 3AD | 2out of 4 | 983 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Carterton Primary School Burford Road , OX18 3AD | - not rated | 1,016 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateway Primary School Netheravon Close , OX18 3SF | 3out of 4 | 1,296 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brize Norton Primary School Station Road , Brize Norton OX18 3PL | 3out of 4 | 1,447 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Carterton Community College Upavon Way , OX18 1BU | 3out of 4 | 1,216 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 | 3,785 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 | 231 yd | |
| Greggs PLC | Unit 5, Kipling Court | 285 yd | |
| Carterton Community Centre | Community Centre, Marigold Square | 292 yd | |
| Carterton Gymnastic Club CIC | Unit C10, West Oxfordshire Retail Park | 593 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Masons Arms | Masons Arms, Burford Road | 879 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bilash | 13 Ventura Park, Broadshires Way | 197 yd | |
| The Harbour - Fish And Chips | 5B Marigold Square, Carterton | 238 yd | |
| Hoofs | 7A Marigold Square, Carterton | 238 yd | |
| JPL Peking Express | 6 Marigold Square, Carterton | 238 yd | |
| Soross | 8 Marigold Square, Carterton | 238 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 1 - 3 Marigold Square, Carterton | 238 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Heroez Gym Ventura Park Ventura Park Broadshires Way | health and fitness suite | 184 yd |
| St John The Evangelist Ce Primary School BLUEBELL WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 233 yd |
| Carterton Leisure Centre BROADSHIRES WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 234 yd |
| Monahan Way Sports Pavilion THE SPORTS PAVILION THE SPORTS PAVILION MONAHAN WAY | grass pitches | 368 yd |
| Raf Brize Norton | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 731 yd |
| Carterton Primary School BURFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 980 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 | 109.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 21.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.