Queens Road is in Carterton and in West Oxfordshire district. OX18 3XQ 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 Queens Road, Carterton, OX18 3XQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX18 3YD, OX18 3YG, OX18 3YF, OX18 3YB, OX18 3SF, OX18 3YE, OX18 3FG, OX18 3TT, OX18 3YQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX18 3XQ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.3% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 48.7% | -2.4% | 51.0% | -2.3% |
| Male | 48.9% | 51.3% | 2.4% | 49.0% | 2.3% |
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 | 30% | 31.3% | 1.3% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 48.3% | 46.4% | -1.9% | 44.2% | 2.2% |
| Separated | 1.3% | 3.1% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Divorced | 14.3% | 14.7% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 5.6% |
| Widowed | 6.1% | 4.5% | -1.6% | 6.1% | -1.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46.5% | 42.1% | -4.4% | 48.4% | -6.3% |
| Good health | 37.6% | 36.4% | -1.2% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 12.1% | 15.7% | 3.6% | 12.7% | 3.0% |
| Bad health | 2.5% | 5% | 2.5% | 4.0% | 1.0% |
| Very bad health | 1.4% | 0.8% | -0.6% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 17.4% | 18.4% | 1.0% | 18.2% | 0.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.6% | 14.8% | -7.8% | 9.6% | 5.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 10.8% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.9% | 6.3% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 1.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 22.4% | 12.0% | 16.9% | 5.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 21.3% | 22% | 0.7% | 33.8% | -11.8% |
| Other | 7.4% | 5.4% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 2.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.8% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.4% | 0% | -1.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 97.2% | 95.8% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 14.4% |
In this area, 91.9% 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 | 90.4% | 91.9% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 8.7% |
| European Union | 5.3% | 3.1% | -2.2% | 6.1% | -3.0% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 5.6% | -2.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 1.3% | -0.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.1% | 91.6% | 1.5% | 83.2% | 8.4% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 7.7% | 6.3% | 9.8% | -2.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.7% | 0% | -5.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.8% | 76.7% | 6.1% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.5% | 1.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 42.9% | 37.2% | 5.7% |
| Christian | 52.1% | 46.2% | 5.9% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Queens Road was 19.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 61.3% lower than the Carterton South average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Queens Road has the 9th highest crime rate of 18 local areas in Carterton South and the 77th lowest crime rate of 352 local areas in West Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -30.0%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 102 Queens Road, Carterton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £186,000 | 2006-08-11 | £323,085 |
| 65 Queens Road, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £172,000 | 2005-11-17 | £323,458 |
| 53 Queens Road, Carterton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £130,880 | 2005-11-10 | £239,370 |
| 65 Queens Road, Carterton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £123,000 | 2001-10-19 | £352,622 |
| 49A Queens Road, Carterton, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £81,500 | 2001-07-09 | £196,072 |
OX18 3XQ 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 | 84 |
| Retired | 59 |
| Part-Time Employee | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 34 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gateway Primary School Netheravon Close , OX18 3SF | 2out of 4 | 143 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Carterton Lawton Avenue , OX18 3JY | 1out of 4 | 747 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Carterton Primary School Burford Road , OX18 3AD | 2out of 4 | 755 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edith Moorhouse Primary School Lawton Avenue , OX18 3HP | 2out of 4 | 807 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 | 1,615 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 | 1,180 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 | 2,413 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda Coffee Shop | 3 Black Bourton Road, Carterton | 258 yd | |
| Carterton Cafe | Cafe, 80 Black Bourton Road | 305 yd | |
| Aangon Indian Restaurant | 7 Falklands House, Black Bourton Road | 399 yd | |
| Dolce Vita | 1A Alvescot Road, Carterton | 418 yd | |
| Carterton WI Coffee Shop | Womens Institute Hall, 3 Brize Norton Road | 429 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Eagle | The Golden Eagle, 1 Black Bourton Road | 258 yd | |
| The Beehive | 18 Black Bourton Road, Carterton | 332 yd | |
| Siege Of Orleans | 5 The Giles Centre, Alvescot Road | 422 yd | |
| Grapes And Tomatoes Trading Company | 3 The Tower Centre, Alvescot Road | 480 yd | |
| Carterton Social Centre Club | Brownes Hall, Alvescot Road | 567 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Best Kebab | 84 Black Bourton Road, Carterton | 305 yd | |
| New Dragon House | 14 Black Bourton Road, Carterton | 332 yd | |
| The Butty Box | 3 Ramillies House, Alvescot Road | 419 yd | |
| Caprinos Pizza | Unit 1, The Tower Centre | 468 yd | |
| Peking Chef | 8 The Tower Centre, Alvescot Road | 471 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asda | 3 Black Bourton Road, Carterton | 258 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Morrisons, 20 Black Bourton Road | 312 yd | |
| Aldi | Aldi Foodstore, Alvescot Road | 567 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Carterton And Black Bourton Village Hall Alvescot Road | 604 yd | |
| Alvescot Road Recreation Ground Alvescot Road | grass pitches | 661 yd |
| Carterton Indoor Bowls Club Arkell Avenue | indoor bowls | 692 yd |
| Carterton Primary School BURFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 794 yd |
| Raf Brize Norton | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool, tennis courts | 958 yd |
| St Josephs Primary School LAWTON AVENUE | grass pitches | 968 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 | 73.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 73.3% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 73.3% |
| 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 | 74.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 246.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 18.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 50 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.