Back Lane is in Eynsham, Witney and in West Oxfordshire district. OX29 4QP is located in the Eynsham and Cassington electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witney. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Back Lane, Eynsham, Witney, OX29 4QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX29 4QS, OX29 4QW, OX29 4QR, OX29 4QU, OX29 4QX, OX29 4JP, OX29 4QT, OX29 4JX, OX29 4AE.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX29 4QP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.8% | 51.2% | -0.6% | 51.0% | 0.2% |
| Male | 48.2% | 48.8% | 0.6% | 49.0% | -0.2% |
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 4QP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.3% 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 | 24.3% | 24.4% | 0.1% | 37.9% | -13.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 59.9% | 57.3% | -2.6% | 44.2% | 13.1% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 0% | -2.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 8.6% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 9.7% | 4.8% | 6.1% | 3.6% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (88%) 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 | 46.2% | 52.1% | 5.9% | 48.4% | 3.7% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 35.9% | -0.9% | 33.6% | 2.3% |
| Fair health | 13.6% | 10.5% | -3.1% | 12.7% | -2.2% |
| Bad health | 3.3% | 0.9% | -2.4% | 4.0% | -3.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.2% | -0.6% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22% | 14.6% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.8% | 8.9% | -3.9% | 9.6% | -0.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.8% | 14.3% | -2.5% | 13.4% | 0.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 8.6% | 9.6% | 1.0% | 5.3% | 4.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.2% | 12.9% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -4.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 27% | 37.5% | 10.5% | 33.8% | 3.7% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2.1% | -1.5% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Indian | 0.8% | 0.3% | -0.5% | 3.1% | -2.8% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.5% | -1.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 0.8% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0.6% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| White | 94.7% | 95.2% | 0.5% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
In this area, 87.4% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 92.5% | 87.4% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 4.2% |
| European Union | 1.7% | 5.4% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -0.7% |
| Africa | 1.4% | 2.4% | 1.0% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.3% | 1.2% | -2.1% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 3.3% | 2.5% | 1.3% | 2.0% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.2% | 88% | -4.2% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.9% | 5.7% | 3.8% | 9.8% | -4.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.3% | 3% | 2.7% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 2.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | 0.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 1.9% | -1.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.4% | 76.7% | 3.7% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Portugal | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Spain | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.7% |
| Poland | 0.6% | 1.3% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.5% | 1.5% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 11.7% | 13.5% | -1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.5% | 37.2% | -1.7% |
| Christian | 56.3% | 46.2% | 10.1% |
| Muslim | 1.2% | 6.5% | -5.3% |
| Sikh | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 6.6% | 6.0% | 0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Back Lane was 44.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 16.7% lower than the Eynsham and Cassington average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Back Lane has the 16th highest crime rate of 34 local areas in Eynsham and Cassington and the 148th highest crime rate of 352 local areas in West Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 53 Back Lane, Witney, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-12-11 | £391,422 |
| 39 Back Lane, Witney, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2024-11-08 | £376,029 |
| 1A Back Lane, Witney, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2022-11-03 | £587,117 |
| 51 Back Lane, Witney, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £266,000 | 2020-12-18 | £314,888 |
| 59 Back Lane, Witney, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £246,000 | 2020-12-11 | £291,212 |
OX29 4QP 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in OX29 4QP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Full-Time Employee | 108 |
| Retired | 90 |
| Part-Time Employee | 38 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Other | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Construction | 26 |
| Education | 22 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 20 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 11 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 9 |
| Other | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Eynsham Community Primary School Beech Road , Eynsham OX29 4LJ | 2out of 4 | 506 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Peter's Church of England Primary School, Cassington The Green , Cassington OX29 4DN | 3out of 4 | 2,951 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Stanton Harcourt CofE Primary School Main Road , Stanton Harcourt OX29 5RJ | 4out of 4 | 4,366 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Freeland Church of England Primary School Parklands , Freeland OX29 8HX | 3out of 4 | 4,555 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hanborough Manor CofE School Riely Close , Long Hanborough OX29 8DJ | 3out of 4 | 5,022 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bartholomew School Witney Road , Eynsham OX29 4AP | 4out of 4 | 252 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Snax | 21A Mill Street, Eynsham | 194 yd | |
| Wholesome Earth Cafe | 32 - 34 Mill Street, Eynsham | 220 yd | |
| The Bayleaf | 4 Lombard Street, Eynsham | 314 yd | |
| Lyall & Co | 11 High Street, Eynsham | 320 yd | |
| Corner House | 1 High Street, Eynsham | 320 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Jolly Sportsman | Jolly Sportsman, 2 Lombard Street | 314 yd | |
| Eynsham Sports & Social Club | Eynsham Sports And Social Club, Swan Street | 314 yd | |
| Red Lion Hotel | The Square, Eynsham | 369 yd | |
| The Queens Head | Queens Head, 17 Queen Street | 414 yd | |
| The Evenlode | Old Witney Road, Eynsham | 821 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Smarts Chip Shop | 59 Spareacre Lane, Eynsham | 251 yd | |
| Rainbow House | 70 Mill Street, Eynsham | 271 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op | 2 High Street, Eynsham | 320 yd | |
| Tesco Express | Eynsham, Witney | 575 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bartholomew School Pitches WITNEY ROAD | grass pitches | 338 yd |
| Bartholomew Sports Centre WITNEY ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 338 yd |
| Eynsham Community Primary School BEECH ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 613 yd |
| Eynsham Playing Field (North Side) PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD OXFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 664 yd |
| Eynsham Playing Field (South Side) PLAYING FIELD PLAYING FIELD OXFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 664 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 | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 96.8% |
| 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 | 100 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 173.1 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 600 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 23 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 49.7 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.