Bracken Close is in Carterton and in West Oxfordshire district. OX18 1TQ 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 Bracken Close, Carterton, OX18 1TQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX18 1UB, OX18 1UA, OX18 1TG, OX18 1TX, OX18 1UD, OX18 1EA, OX18 1TH, OX18 1DE, OX18 1TU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OX18 1TQ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.1% | 53.5% | 4.4% | 51.0% | 2.5% |
| Male | 50.9% | 46.5% | -4.4% | 49.0% | -2.5% |
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 | 42.8% | 40.4% | -2.4% | 37.9% | 2.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 40.6% | 43.3% | 2.7% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 13.1% | 10.6% | -2.5% | 9.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed | 2.2% | 3.8% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
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 (87.2%) 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 | 57.7% | 43.4% | -14.3% | 48.4% | -5.0% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 43.8% | 11.2% | 33.6% | 10.2% |
| Fair health | 7.5% | 9.3% | 1.8% | 12.7% | -3.4% |
| Bad health | 1.5% | 2.3% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.7% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 13.5% | 12.9% | -0.6% | 18.2% | -5.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 19.7% | 16.7% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 7.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 21.4% | 15.2% | -6.2% | 13.4% | 1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 7.1% | 3.2% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 18.8% | 21.4% | 2.6% | 16.9% | 4.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.3% | 24.3% | 6.0% | 33.8% | -9.5% |
| Other | 4.4% | 2.4% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.0% | -0.6% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 98.1% | 96.9% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 88.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.9% | 88.4% | -4.5% | 83.2% | 5.2% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 6.6% | 2.1% | 6.1% | 0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 2.7% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -3.7% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.5% | 89.5% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 6.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 6.3% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -3.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 2% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 0.8% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.7% | 76.7% | -3.0% |
| Germany | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| Central Asia | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 20.8% | 13.5% | 7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 49.6% | 37.2% | 12.4% |
| Christian | 45.7% | 46.2% | -0.5% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 4.3% | 6.0% | -1.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Bracken Close was 47.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 38.8% higher than the Carterton North East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Bracken Close has the 8th highest crime rate of 32 local areas in Carterton North East and the 133rd highest crime rate of 352 local areas in West Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 43.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 92 Bracken Close, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £256,000 | 2023-04-13 | £265,433 |
| 66 Bracken Close, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2022-10-06 | £254,810 |
| 72 Bracken Close, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2022-01-21 | £219,240 |
| 94 Bracken Close, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2021-09-30 | £198,857 |
| 88 Bracken Close, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2021-08-27 | £238,073 |
OX18 1TQ 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 | 103 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 27 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 10 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 39 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Human health and social work activities | 22 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 22 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Education | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| 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 | 791 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School Bluebell Way , Shilton Park OX18 1JF | 3out of 4 | 875 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Carterton Lawton Avenue , OX18 3JY | 1out of 4 | 1,158 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Edith Moorhouse Primary School Lawton Avenue , OX18 3HP | 2out of 4 | 1,398 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateway Primary School Netheravon Close , OX18 3SF | 2out of 4 | 1,486 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 | 549 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Burford School Cheltenham Road , OX18 4PL | 3out of 4 | 5,330 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 | 3,519 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 | 595 yd | |
| Carterton Community Centre | Community Centre, Marigold Square | 645 yd | |
| Better Cafe - Carterton Leisure Centre | Carterton Leisure Centre, Broadshires Way | 721 yd | |
| The Kitchen At Carterton Family Centre | Allendale Youth Centre, 8 Burford Road | 1,033 yd | |
| St John the Evangelist Church | St John The Evangelist Church, Burford Road | 1,033 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carterton Squash Club | Swinbrook Road, Carterton | 359 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Harbour - Fish And Chips | 5B Marigold Square, Carterton | 630 yd | |
| Hoofs | 7A Marigold Square, Carterton | 630 yd | |
| JPL Peking Express | 6 Marigold Square, Carterton | 630 yd | |
| Soross | 8 Marigold Square, Carterton | 630 yd | |
| Bilash | 13 Ventura Park, Broadshires Way | 912 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 1 - 3 Marigold Square, Carterton | 630 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carterton Squash Club SWINBROOK ROAD | squash courts | 455 yd |
| Carterton Community College CARTERTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE CARTERTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE UPAVON WAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 630 yd |
| Carterton Atp CARTERTON ASTROTURF PITCH CARTERTON ASTROTURF PITCH UPAVON WAY | artificial grass pitch | 649 yd |
| Carterton Leisure Centre BROADSHIRES WAY | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 724 yd |
| Swinbrook Road Recreation Ground (Closed) Swinbrook Road | grass pitches | 729 yd |
| Carterton Primary School BURFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 760 yd |
| St John The Evangelist Ce Primary School BLUEBELL WAY | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 771 yd |
| Kilkenny Football Ground SWINBROOK ROAD | grass pitches | 906 yd |
| Heroez Gym Ventura Park Ventura Park Broadshires Way | health and fitness suite | 919 yd |
| Carterton Indoor Bowls Club Arkell Avenue | indoor bowls | 1,028 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 | 60.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 132.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.