Rectory Close is in Marsh Gibbon, Bicester and in Buckinghamshire district. OX27 0HT is located in the Grendon Underwood electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Buckingham. This postcode has been in use since 2000-10-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rectory Close, Marsh Gibbon, Bicester, OX27 0HT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX27 0HR, OX27 0HH, OX27 0GA, OX27 0HQ, OX27 0HW, OX27 0HP, OX27 0HJ, OX27 0HN, OX27 0HY.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OX27 0HT is primarily male, with 53.4% of the population 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 | 50.4% | 46.6% | -3.8% | 51.0% | -4.4% |
| Male | 49.6% | 53.4% | 3.8% | 49.0% | 4.4% |
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 OX27 0HT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 64.1% 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 | 20.9% | 25.1% | 4.2% | 37.9% | -12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 67.9% | 64.1% | -3.8% | 44.2% | 19.9% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.4% | -1.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.3% | 5.6% | -0.7% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| 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 (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 | 62.2% | 57.8% | -4.4% | 48.4% | 9.4% |
| Good health | 29.2% | 30.3% | 1.1% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 8.9% | 1.5% | 12.7% | -3.8% |
| Bad health | 0.3% | 2.4% | 2.1% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.5% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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 OX27 0HT this area, 9.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.2% | 9.8% | 1.6% | 18.2% | -8.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.4% | 7.3% | -3.1% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.7% | 12.2% | -0.5% | 13.4% | -1.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 4.5% | 0.0% | 5.3% | -0.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 14.7% | 3.9% | 16.9% | -2.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 49.6% | 48.6% | -1.0% | 33.8% | 14.8% |
| Other | 3.7% | 2.8% | -0.9% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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 | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1.1% | 0.5% | -0.6% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 1.9% | 1.9% | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 0.8% | -0.1% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 97.7% | 96.2% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
In this area, 95.4% 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 | 95.1% | 95.4% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 95.4% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 12.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.3% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -5.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 0% | -4.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 88.4% | 76.7% | 11.7% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.1% | 37.2% | -2.1% |
| Christian | 57% | 46.2% | 10.8% |
| Hindu | 0.5% | 1.7% | -1.2% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rectory Close was 53.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 3.3% lower than the Buckingham West average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rectory Close has the 12th highest crime rate of 33 local areas in Buckingham West and the 645th highest crime rate of 1,637 local areas in Buckinghamshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 26.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -19.7%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 82% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Rectory Close, Bicester, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £540,000 | 2025-02-25 | £536,773 |
| 19 Rectory Close, Bicester, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £420,000 | 2024-11-28 | £412,559 |
| 9 Rectory Close, Bicester, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2022-02-25 | £469,770 |
| 21 Rectory Close, Bicester, Buckinghamshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £419,000 | 2021-09-27 | £472,990 |
| 14 Rectory Close, Bicester, Buckinghamshire Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2021-04-19 | £454,152 |
OX27 0HT 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 | 123 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 33 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 3 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 38 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 24 |
| Education | 24 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Other | 9 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Information and communication | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Marsh Gibbon CofE Primary School Castle Street , Marsh Gibbon OX27 0HJ | 3out of 4 | 141 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Twyford C of E School Church Street , Twyford MK18 4EU | 3out of 4 | 3,965 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Launton Church of England Primary School Bicester Road , Launton OX26 5DP | 3out of 4 | 4,575 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grendon Underwood Combined School Main Street , Grendon Underwood HP18 0SP | 3out of 4 | 4,584 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough Inn | Church Street, Marsh Gibbon | 188 yd | |
| Marsh Gibbon Sports & Social Club | Recreation Ground, Edgcott Road | 348 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Marsh Gibbon C Of E School CASTLE STREET | grass pitches, swimming pool | 70 yd |
| Marsh Gibbon Village Pitch MARSH GIBBON TENNIS CLUB MARSH GIBBON TENNIS CLUB CLEMENTS LANE | artificial grass pitch, tennis courts | 419 yd |
| Marsh Gibbon Sports & Social Ground MAY COTTAGE MAY COTTAGE | grass pitches | 909 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 | 300 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 231.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 300 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 224.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.