Danes Road is in Bicester and in Cherwell district. OX26 2LR is located in the Bicester West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Banbury. This postcode has been in use since 2000-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Danes Road, Bicester, OX26 2LR and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX26 2LN, OX26 2FW, OX26 2FY, OX26 2NA, OX26 2FN, OX26 2LW, OX26 2FP, OX26 2NB, OX26 2LS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OX26 2LR, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53% 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 | 51.3% | 53% | 1.7% | 51.0% | 2.0% |
| Male | 48.7% | 47% | -1.7% | 49.0% | -2.0% |
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 | 28.8% | 39.6% | 10.8% | 37.9% | 1.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.9% | 46.7% | -11.2% | 44.2% | 2.5% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 2.4% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Divorced | 5.4% | 6.3% | 0.9% | 9.1% | -2.8% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 5.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | -1.0% |
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 | 41.3% | 52.4% | 11.1% | 48.4% | 4.0% |
| Good health | 38.8% | 31.9% | -6.9% | 33.6% | -1.7% |
| Fair health | 15.4% | 10.5% | -4.9% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.9% | 0.7% | 4.0% | -0.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.3% | 1.2% | -0.1% | 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 | 25.8% | 26.1% | 0.3% | 18.2% | 7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 22.1% | 15.8% | -6.3% | 9.6% | 6.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.4% | 12.3% | 1.9% | 13.4% | -1.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 5.5% | 2.6% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.3% | 11.5% | -1.8% | 16.9% | -5.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.8% | 26.9% | 8.1% | 33.8% | -6.9% |
| Other | 6.7% | 2% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 84.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 1.9% | 0% | -1.9% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Indian | 8.7% | 3.9% | -4.8% | 3.1% | 0.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 2.1% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
| Black African | 1.3% | 1.5% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 2.7% | 2.1% | 1.0% | 1.7% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 2.1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.9% | 1.8% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 1.3% | 0.3% | -1.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 81.7% | 84.5% | 2.8% | 81.4% | 3.1% |
In this area, 73.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82.1% | 73.6% | -8.5% | 83.2% | -9.6% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 14.8% | 11.0% | 6.1% | 8.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 1.9% | 1.2% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 9.3% | 7.6% | -1.7% | 5.6% | 2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.2% | 1.8% | -0.4% | 1.3% | 0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 81.1% | 73% | -8.1% | 83.2% | -10.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 15.3% | 14.0% | 9.8% | 5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.2% | 4.2% | 2.0% | 2.9% | 1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 6.7% | 4.2% | -2.5% | 2.2% | 2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.7% | 3.3% | -5.4% | 1.9% | 1.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.1% | 76.7% | -9.6% |
| France | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Italy | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Portugal | 4.8% | 0.5% | 4.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 2.4% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| Romania | 2.4% | 0.9% | 1.5% |
| Other EU countries | 4.8% | 1.5% | 3.3% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 14.2% | 13.5% | 0.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.2% | 37.2% | 2.0% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.2% | 6.0% | -1.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Danes Road was 40.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.0% lower than the Bicester West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Danes Road has the 13th lowest crime rate of 29 local areas in Bicester West and the 220th lowest crime rate of 484 local areas in Cherwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 37.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -58.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 86 Danes Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £360,000 | 2024-08-09 | £378,000 |
| 72 Danes Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-08-02 | £325,948 |
| 96 Danes Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2023-09-04 | £308,347 |
| 98 Danes Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2022-11-30 | £299,485 |
| 62 Danes Road, Bicester, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £215,000 | 2019-10-07 | £279,339 |
OX26 2LR 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 | 120 |
| Retired | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 45 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| King's Meadow Primary School Shakespeare Drive , OX26 2LU | 3out of 4 | 488 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bicester Queen's Avenue , OX26 2NX | 3out of 4 | 997 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brookside Primary School Bucknell Road , OX26 2DB | 3out of 4 | 1,009 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Edburg's Church of England (VA) School Pioneer Way , OX26 1BF | 3out of 4 | 1,250 yd | Voluntary aided school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Bure Park Primary School Lucerne Avenue , Bure Park OX26 3BP | 3out of 4 | 1,386 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Bicester School Queen's Avenue , OX26 2NS | 3out of 4 | 795 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Whitelands Academy Hexham Road , OX26 1AY | - not rated | 1,584 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Cooper School Churchill Road , OX26 4RS | 3out of 4 | 2,102 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bruern Abbey School Chesterton Manor , Chesterton OX26 1UY | - not rated | 2,102 yd | Other independent school | No | Boys | More About School |
| Bardwell School Hendon Place , Sunderland Drive OX26 4RZ | 3out of 4 | 2,400 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tapas Hermanos | The Shakespeare Bowmont Square | 334 yd | |
| Aunty B's Cafe | 50 Bucknell Road | 833 yd | |
| The Finest Catch Ltd | Unit 3, Whitelands Shopping Centre Whitelands Way | 990 yd | |
| Greggs | Greggs, Bicester Service Station Oxford Road | 1,075 yd | |
| Burger King | Burger King, Bicester Service Station Oxford Road | 1,075 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two Sisters Chip Shop | 5 Bowmont Square | 338 yd | |
| Golden Kitchen | 11 Kingsley Road | 854 yd | |
| Kent Hon Chinese Kitchen | 5 Kingsley Road | 870 yd | |
| Dominos Pizza | Unit 2, Whitelands Shopping Centre Whitelands Way | 983 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | 1 - 3 Bowmont Square | 324 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Kata Ground Sports Ground Ashdene Road | grass pitches | 280 yd |
| West Bicester Community Centre BOWMONT SQUARE | 308 yd | |
| The Bicester School QUEENS AVENUE | grass pitches | 693 yd |
| Bicester And Ploughly Sports Centre QUEENS AVENUE | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 812 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 | 49.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 83.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 11 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.