Heath Farm Lane is in North Leigh, Witney and in West Oxfordshire district. OX29 6RS is located in the North Leigh electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witney. This postcode has been in use since 2001-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Heath Farm Lane, North Leigh, Witney, OX29 6RS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX29 6RU, OX29 6RR, OX29 6RT, OX29 6RZ, OX29 6TT, OX29 6RD, OX29 6ST, OX29 6RA, OX29 6RW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX29 6RS has a slightly higher male population, with 51.4% 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 | 50.6% | 48.6% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -2.4% |
| Male | 49.4% | 51.4% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 2.4% |
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 OX29 6RS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 55.2% 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 | 26.1% | 30.7% | 4.6% | 37.9% | -7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.3% | 55.2% | -6.1% | 44.2% | 11.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 1% | 0.7% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Separated | 1% | 2.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 5.8% | 0.2% | 9.1% | -3.3% |
| Widowed | 4.9% | 5.4% | 0.5% | 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 | 43.9% | 45.4% | 1.5% | 48.4% | -3.0% |
| Good health | 38.7% | 39.6% | 0.9% | 33.6% | 6.0% |
| Fair health | 14% | 11% | -3.0% | 12.7% | -1.7% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 3.7% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -0.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
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 | 17.8% | 14.9% | -2.9% | 18.2% | -3.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 10.8% | 9.1% | -1.7% | 9.6% | -0.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 11.6% | -6.2% | 13.4% | -1.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.3% | 7.6% | 1.3% | 5.3% | 2.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.5% | 17.8% | 6.3% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.1% | 37% | 2.9% | 33.8% | 3.2% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.2% | 0.5% | 2.8% | -0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.8% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 98.3% | 95.4% | -2.9% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 89% 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 | 94.8% | 89% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| European Union | 1.2% | 4.9% | 3.7% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.1% |
| Africa | 1.2% | 2.1% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -0.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 2.4% | 1.2% | 5.6% | -3.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0.3% | -1.2% | 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 | 94.8% | 89% | -5.8% | 83.2% | 5.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7% | 7.0% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.9% | -2.0% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 3.1% | 2.5% | 2.2% | 0.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.9% | 76.7% | 4.2% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Spain | 0.6% | 0.4% | 0.2% |
| Romania | 2.5% | 0.9% | 1.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.6% | 1.5% | -0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 13.5% | 13.5% | 0.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39% | 37.2% | 1.8% |
| Christian | 49.7% | 46.2% | 3.5% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 11% | 6.0% | 5.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Heath Farm Lane was 47.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 11.0% higher than the North Leigh average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Heath Farm Lane has the 10th highest crime rate of 21 local areas in North Leigh and the 141st highest crime rate of 352 local areas in West Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 28.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 45.8%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shampers Heath Farm Lane, Witney, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £625,000 | 2017-12-06 | £753,762 |
| Nonsuch Heath Farm Lane, Witney, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £450,000 | 2010-09-01 | £757,512 |
| Clayfield Heath Farm Lane, Witney, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £132,000 | 1997-07-10 | £600,629 |
OX29 6RS area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 13% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
OX29 6RS 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 | 95 |
| Retired | 67 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 30 |
| Looking after home or family | 15 |
| Other | 8 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Education | 25 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Other | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Real estate activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Leigh Church of England (Controlled) School Park Road , North Leigh OX29 6SS | 3out of 4 | 521 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Freeland Church of England Primary School Parklands , Freeland OX29 8HX | 3out of 4 | 2,914 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Madley Brook Community Primary School At the Bronze Barrow , Cedar Drive OX28 1AR | 3out of 4 | 3,118 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hailey Church of England Primary School Hailey , OX29 9UB | 3out of 4 | 3,265 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Witney Community Primary School Hailey Road , OX28 1HL | 3out of 4 | 3,530 yd | Academy converter | 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 | 3,281 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Henry Box School Church Green , OX28 4AX | 3out of 4 | 5,113 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The King's School New Yatt Road , OX29 6TA | - not rated | 2,870 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Springfield School At the Bronze Barrow , Cedar Drive OX28 1AR | - not rated | 3,118 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Masons Arms | Masons Arms, 5 Park Road | 202 yd | |
| The Woodman | The Woodman Inn, New Yatt Road | 209 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| North Leigh C Of E Primary School PARK ROAD | grass pitches | 402 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 | 90.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 79.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 122.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 122.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 14.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.