Alvescot Road is in Carterton and in West Oxfordshire district. OX18 3JN is located in the Carterton South electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witney. This postcode has been in use since 1991-09-01.
StreetScan combines information about Alvescot Road, Carterton, OX18 3JN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX18 3HU, OX18 3EP, OX18 3HL, OX18 3LA, OX18 3JH, OX18 3JW, OX18 3HY, OX18 3JU, OX18 3PB.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX18 3JN is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.7% | 50.2% | 1.5% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 51.3% | 49.8% | -1.5% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 3JN there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.9% 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 | 31.6% | 29.4% | -2.2% | 37.9% | -8.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.8% | 57.9% | 5.1% | 44.2% | 13.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 10% | 6.1% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -3.0% |
| Widowed | 2.6% | 4.4% | 1.8% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
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 (87.1%) 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 | 48.3% | 46.7% | -1.6% | 48.4% | -1.7% |
| Good health | 39.8% | 40.4% | 0.6% | 33.6% | 6.8% |
| Fair health | 8.6% | 10.7% | 2.1% | 12.7% | -2.0% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 2.2% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -1.8% |
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 | 13.4% | 13% | -0.4% | 18.2% | -5.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.7% | 11.7% | -3.0% | 9.6% | 2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 14.7% | -5.6% | 13.4% | 1.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 6.1% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.7% | 22.5% | 7.8% | 16.9% | 5.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.4% | 29% | 2.6% | 33.8% | -4.8% |
| Other | 5.6% | 3% | -2.6% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.8% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Indian | 0.7% | 1.8% | 1.1% | 3.1% | -1.3% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 1.6% | -0.1% |
| Black African | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.8% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.4% | 2.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98.5% | 90.8% | -7.7% | 81.4% | 9.4% |
In this area, 81.7% 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 | 89.6% | 81.7% | -7.9% | 83.2% | -1.5% |
| European Union | 5.6% | 8.4% | 2.8% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 5.5% | 4.0% | 2.7% | 2.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.1% | 2.9% | 1.8% | 5.6% | -2.7% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.1% | 82% | -6.1% | 83.2% | -1.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 12.9% | 12.2% | 9.8% | 3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.3% | 2.9% | 0.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 1.5% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.6% | 0.7% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.7% | 76.7% | 1.0% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Poland | 2.9% | 1.3% | 1.6% |
| Romania | 2.9% | 0.9% | 2.0% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 12.1% | 13.5% | -1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.7% | 37.2% | 3.5% |
| Christian | 52% | 46.2% | 5.8% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4% | 6.0% | -2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Alvescot Road was 7.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 84.9% lower than the Carterton South average. The most reported crime type was Public order.
Alvescot Road has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 18 local areas in Carterton South and the 16th lowest crime rate of 352 local areas in West Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 7.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 28.6%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 76% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Janaway Court Alvescot Road, Carterton, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £415,000 | 2023-06-30 | £415,000 |
| 45 Alvescot Road, Carterton, Oxfordshire Other, an established residential building | £385,000 | 2021-03-12 | £418,197 |
| 39 Alvescot Road, Carterton, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £417,500 | 2020-07-30 | £476,939 |
| 33 Alvescot Road, Carterton, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2020-02-13 | £523,410 |
| 43A Alvescot Road, Carterton, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £412,000 | 2018-11-23 | £472,270 |
OX18 3JN 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 | 106 |
| Retired | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 23 |
| Education | 19 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Other | 10 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Edith Moorhouse Primary School Lawton Avenue , OX18 3HP | 2out of 4 | 193 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Carterton Lawton Avenue , OX18 3JY | 1out of 4 | 263 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carterton Primary School Burford Road , OX18 3AD | 2out of 4 | 688 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Gateway Primary School Netheravon Close , OX18 3SF | 2out of 4 | 719 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School Bluebell Way , Shilton Park OX18 1JF | 3out of 4 | 1,806 yd | Voluntary aided school | 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 | 894 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 | 2,158 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Burgers And Brews | 4 - 5 The Tower Centre, Alvescot Road | 309 yd | |
| Dolce Vita | 1A Alvescot Road, Carterton | 332 yd | |
| Aangon Indian Restaurant | 7 Falklands House, Black Bourton Road | 359 yd | |
| Lynwood And Co | 4 Streatfield House, Alvescot Road | 365 yd | |
| The Shake Shop | 1 Streatfield House, Burford Road | 379 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carterton Social Centre Club | Brownes Hall, Alvescot Road | 134 yd | |
| Siege Of Orleans | 5 The Giles Centre, Alvescot Road | 301 yd | |
| Grapes And Tomatoes Trading Company | 3 The Tower Centre, Alvescot Road | 310 yd | |
| The Beehive | 18 Black Bourton Road, Carterton | 341 yd | |
| Golden Eagle | The Golden Eagle, 1 Black Bourton Road | 402 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carterton Fish Bar | 14 Alvescot Road, Carterton | 134 yd | |
| The Terra Pizza | 4A Alvescot Road, Carterton | 134 yd | |
| Peking Chef | 8 The Tower Centre, Alvescot Road | 294 yd | |
| Mohan Tandoori | 11 The Tower Centre, Alvescot Road | 309 yd | |
| Medina Grill | 9 The Tower Centre, Alvescot Road | 309 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore, Alvescot Road | 134 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons, 20 Black Bourton Road | 315 yd | |
| Asda | 3 Black Bourton Road, Carterton | 402 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carterton And Black Bourton Village Hall Alvescot Road | 196 yd | |
| Alvescot Road Recreation Ground Alvescot Road | grass pitches | 260 yd |
| St Josephs Primary School LAWTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 367 yd |
| Carterton Indoor Bowls Club Arkell Avenue | indoor bowls | 376 yd |
| Carterton Primary School BURFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 694 yd |
| Carterton Atp CARTERTON ASTROTURF PITCH CARTERTON ASTROTURF PITCH UPAVON WAY | artificial grass pitch | 929 yd |
| Carterton Community College CARTERTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE CARTERTON COMMUNITY COLLEGE UPAVON WAY | grass pitches, tennis courts | 937 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 | 92.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 92.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 53.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 46.2% |
| 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 | 70.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 106.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 19.7 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.