Wenrisc Drive is in Minster Lovell, Witney and in West Oxfordshire district. OX29 0RQ is located in the Hailey, Minster Lovell and Leafield electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witney. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Wenrisc Drive, Minster Lovell, Witney, OX29 0RQ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX29 0RJ, OX29 0SA, OX29 0SB, OX29 0RG, OX29 0RH, OX29 0SL, OX29 0RT, OX29 0SP, OX29 0RZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX29 0RQ has a slightly higher male population, with 50% 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 | 51.2% | 50% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 48.8% | 50% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 1.0% |
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 OX29 0RQ there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.6% 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 | 21.3% | 31.5% | 10.2% | 37.9% | -6.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.3% | 54.6% | -9.7% | 44.2% | 10.4% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 2% | 1.6% | 2.2% | -0.2% |
| Divorced | 6% | 7.2% | 1.2% | 9.1% | -1.9% |
| Widowed | 8.1% | 4.8% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 48.5% | 40.2% | -8.3% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 34.3% | 44.7% | 10.4% | 33.6% | 11.1% |
| Fair health | 14.1% | 10% | -4.1% | 12.7% | -2.7% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 3.8% | 1.4% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 1.4% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.2% |
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 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.9% | 20% | -0.9% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 13.2% | 0.4% | 9.6% | 3.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.6% | 15.6% | -1.0% | 13.4% | 2.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.2% | 8% | 0.8% | 5.3% | 2.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.8% | 16% | 6.2% | 16.9% | -0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 26% | 22.4% | -3.6% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 6.8% | 4.8% | -2.0% | 2.8% | 2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 100% 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% | -0.3% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| White | 99.3% | 100% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 18.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 95.9% 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 | 96.3% | 95.9% | -0.4% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 3.8% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.6% | 95.9% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 12.7% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.1% | 3.1% | 9.8% | -6.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -2.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.7% | 0.3% | -3.4% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86% | 76.7% | 9.3% |
| Ireland | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| France | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Romania | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| No passport held | 11.3% | 13.5% | -2.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 38.4% | 37.2% | 1.2% |
| Christian | 58.6% | 46.2% | 12.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Wenrisc Drive was 27.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 50.7% lower than the Ducklington average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Wenrisc Drive has the 10th lowest crime rate of 21 local areas in Ducklington and the 116th lowest crime rate of 352 local areas in West Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 15.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 63.2%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 81% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 79 Wenrisc Drive, Witney, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £371,000 | 2025-09-05 | £371,000 |
| 75 Wenrisc Drive, Witney, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2025-03-10 | £346,570 |
| 28 Wenrisc Drive, Witney, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £274,550 | 2021-06-30 | £350,242 |
| 28 Wenrisc Drive, Witney, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £285,000 | 2018-11-23 | £346,001 |
| 75 Wenrisc Drive, Witney, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2016-09-30 | £339,480 |
OX29 0RQ 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in OX29 0RQ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 78 |
| Retired | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Construction | 23 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Education | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 10 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Kenelm's Church of England (VC) School Wenrisc Drive , Minster Lovell OX29 0SP | 3out of 4 | 399 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Windrush Church of England Primary School Isabelle Spencer Way , | - not rated | 2,890 yd | Free schools | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Witney Primary School Edington Road , OX28 5FZ | 3out of 4 | 3,614 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brize Norton Primary School Station Road , Brize Norton OX18 3PL | 4out of 4 | 3,819 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School Bluebell Way , Shilton Park OX18 1JF | 3out of 4 | 3,974 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 | 5,131 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Henry Box School Church Green , OX28 4AX | 3out of 4 | 5,218 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Minster Lovell Methodist Church | Upper Crescent, Minster Lovell | 204 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Horse And Radish | Burford Road, Minster Lovell | 257 yd | |
| The White Hart | White Hart Inn, Burford Road | 621 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Crescent Stores - Spar | Crescent Stores, 4 Brize Norton Road | 437 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| St Kenelm'S Church Of England (Vc) School WENRISC DRIVE | grass pitches | 279 yd |
| Wash Meadow OLD MINSTER LOVELL | grass pitches | 1,017 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 | 42.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 144.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 119.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.