Blakes Avenue is in Witney and in West Oxfordshire district. OX28 3SY is located in the Witney East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witney. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blakes Avenue, Witney, OX28 3SY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX28 3SX, OX28 3YN, OX28 3UD, OX28 3QX, OX28 3SW, OX28 3SU, OX28 3QU, OX28 3SS, OX28 3SR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OX28 3SY has a female population much higher than UK average, with 57.2% of the population 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 | 55.9% | 57.2% | 1.3% | 51.0% | 6.2% |
| Male | 44.1% | 42.8% | -1.3% | 49.0% | -6.2% |
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 | 28.2% | 34.7% | 6.5% | 37.9% | -3.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.6% | 42.8% | -3.8% | 44.2% | -1.4% |
| Separated | 2.5% | 3.6% | 1.1% | 2.2% | 1.4% |
| Divorced | 13.4% | 13.5% | 0.1% | 9.1% | 4.4% |
| Widowed | 9.2% | 5.4% | -3.8% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 39.5% | 42.4% | 2.9% | 48.4% | -6.0% |
| Good health | 36.1% | 39% | 2.9% | 33.6% | 5.4% |
| Fair health | 14.4% | 12.4% | -2.0% | 12.7% | -0.3% |
| Bad health | 5.4% | 3.4% | -2.0% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 4.7% | 2.8% | -1.9% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 22.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.2% | 21.3% | -6.9% | 18.2% | 3.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.3% | 13.6% | -0.7% | 9.6% | 4.0% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.9% | 16.3% | -2.6% | 13.4% | 2.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.9% | 7.2% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.9% | 17.6% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 18.1% | 22.6% | 4.5% | 33.8% | -11.2% |
| Other | 3.8% | 1.4% | -2.4% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.1% | -0.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| White | 99.3% | 96.2% | -3.1% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 93.4% 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% | 93.4% | -1.6% | 83.2% | 10.2% |
| European Union | 2.7% | 2.1% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -1.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 5.6% | -3.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.3% | 92.8% | -1.5% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.5% | 4.5% | 9.8% | -5.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -1.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.7% | 0.3% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4% | 0.7% | -3.3% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 72.7% | 76.7% | -4.0% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Romania | 1% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 23.9% | 13.5% | 10.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.8% | 37.2% | 6.6% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Jewish | 1.4% | 0.5% | 0.9% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 7.9% | 6.0% | 1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blakes Avenue was 41.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 5.1% higher than the Witney East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Blakes Avenue has the 15th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Witney East and the 152nd highest crime rate of 354 local areas in West Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 27.9 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -55.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 80% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 90 Blakes Avenue, Witney, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £400,000 | 2025-11-28 | £386,312 |
| 72 Blakes Avenue, Witney, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £194,500 | 2018-05-04 | £205,043 |
| 46 Blakes Avenue, Witney, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2018-02-14 | £343,691 |
| 14 Blakes Avenue, Witney, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £295,000 | 2016-12-22 | £362,418 |
| 64 Blakes Avenue, Witney, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2016-11-11 | £213,917 |
OX28 3SY area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 71 |
| Retired | 51 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 19 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 7 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 35 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 14 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Other | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Witney Nursery School Hailey Road , OX28 1HL | - not rated | 2,269 yd | Local authority nursery school | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Blake Church of England (Aided) Primary School Cogges Hill Road , Cogges OX28 3FR | - not rated | 417 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Blake Church of England Primary School Cogges Hill Road , Cogges OX28 3FR | 3out of 4 | 417 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Infant School 19 Church Green , OX28 4AZ | 3out of 4 | 1,097 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England Controlled Infant School 19 Church Green , OX28 4AZ | - not rated | 1,097 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Madley Brook Community Primary School At the Bronze Barrow , Cedar Drive OX28 1AR | - not rated | 1,287 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wood Green School Woodstock Road , OX28 1DX | 3out of 4 | 1,266 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Wood Green School Woodstock Road , OX28 1DX | - not rated | 1,266 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Henry Box School Church Green , OX28 4AX | 3out of 4 | 1,324 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Henry Box School Church Green , OX28 4AX | - not rated | 1,324 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Oxfordshire College Holloway Road , OX28 6NE | - not rated | 1,443 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Springfield School At the Bronze Barrow , Cedar Drive OX28 1AR | - not rated | 1,287 yd | Community special school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield School At the Bronze Barrow , Cedar Drive OX28 1AR | 3out of 4 | 1,287 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| The King's School New Yatt Road , OX29 6TA | - not rated | 2,005 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Cokethorpe School Cokethorpe Park , OX29 7PU | - not rated | 3,553 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Scott's House School Eynsham Park , OX29 6PP | - not rated | 4,752 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Cogges Kitchen | Church Lane, Witney | 645 yd | |
| Cambodian Cuisine | The Carpenters Arms, 132 Newland | 682 yd | |
| Yellow Submarine Cafe | Windrush Leisure Centre, Witan Way | 921 yd | |
| Starbucks Witney-Sainsbury's | Starbucks At, Sainsbury Supermarket | 992 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Griffin | The Griffin Inn, 166 Newland | 682 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Golden Palace | Unit 3, Neighbourhood Centre | 353 yd | |
| Sushi Gourmet - Sainsbury's | Sainsbury Supermarket, Witan Way | 1,025 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Express | Unit 2, Neighbourhood Centre | 353 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsbury Supermarket, Witan Way | 1,025 yd | |
| Waitrose Limited | Unit 25, Woolgate Shopping Centre | 1,079 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| The Blake Church Of England Primary School COGGES HILL ROAD | 418 yd | |
| Windrush Leisure Centre WITAN WAY | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 866 yd |
| King George V Playing Field NEWLAND | grass pitches | 881 yd |
| Two Tone Health And Fitness (Closed) Station Lane | health and fitness suite | 985 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 | 67.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 117.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 40 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.