Dimbles Gate is in Chinnor and in South Oxfordshire district. OX39 4FP is located in the Chinnor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Henley. This postcode has been in use since 2018-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Dimbles Gate, Chinnor, OX39 4FP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX39 4QS, OX39 4BF, OX39 4EW, OX39 4FG, OX39 4FA, OX39 4FF, OX39 4QB, OX39 4DT, OX39 4DX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX39 4FP 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 | 52.5% | 50% | -2.5% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 47.5% | 50% | 2.5% | 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 OX39 4FP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 61.4% 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 | 25.9% | 25.4% | -0.5% | 37.9% | -12.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 61.5% | 61.4% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 17.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 2.7% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 6.7% | 5.9% | -0.8% | 9.1% | -3.2% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 4.1% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -2.0% |
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 (90.2%) 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 | 53.7% | 53.8% | 0.1% | 48.4% | 5.4% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 36.4% | 3.7% | 33.6% | 2.8% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 7.7% | -4.0% | 12.7% | -5.0% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 1.9% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -2.1% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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 | 15.9% | 11.5% | -4.4% | 18.2% | -6.7% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 8.3% | -3.2% | 9.6% | -1.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.8% | 16% | -1.8% | 13.4% | 2.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 7.4% | 6.5% | -0.9% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13.7% | 17.8% | 4.1% | 16.9% | 0.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.6% | 37.9% | 8.3% | 33.8% | 4.1% |
| Other | 4.1% | 2.1% | -2.0% | 2.8% | -0.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.5% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 3.1% | -2.6% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 1.6% | -0.4% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 2.5% | -2.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 99.7% | 95.5% | -4.2% | 81.4% | 14.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 93.8% | 95.8% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 2.5% | 2.8% | 0.3% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 1.2% | -0.3% | 5.6% | -4.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| British Overseas | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 95.8% | 2.0% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.3% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 1.6% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -2.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.2% | 76.7% | 9.5% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Spain | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Lithuania | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Other EU countries | 0.2% | 1.5% | -1.3% |
| Southern Asia | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
| No passport held | 10.5% | 13.5% | -3.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39% | 37.2% | 1.8% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Hindu | 1.4% | 1.7% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Dimbles Gate was 8.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 76.9% lower than the Chinnor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Dimbles Gate has the lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Chinnor and the 19th lowest crime rate of 456 local areas in South Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 4.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -62.5%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 Dimbles Gate, Chinnor, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £545,000 | 2019-10-04 | £660,876 |
| 2 Dimbles Gate, Chinnor, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £534,500 | 2019-02-27 | £666,040 |
| 6 Dimbles Gate, Chinnor, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £560,000 | 2018-11-30 | £687,092 |
| 4 Dimbles Gate, Chinnor, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £535,000 | 2018-09-11 | £662,685 |
| 3 Dimbles Gate, Chinnor, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £555,000 | 2018-08-17 | £698,291 |
OX39 4FP 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 | 129 |
| Retired | 96 |
| Self-Employed | 39 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 13 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Looking after home or family | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Construction | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Other | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 17 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Education | 14 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mill Lane Community Primary School Mill Lane , OX39 4RF | 3out of 4 | 394 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Andrew's Church of England Primary School Station Road , OX39 4PU | 4out of 4 | 646 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aston Rowant Church of England Primary School School Lane , Aston Rowant OX49 5SU | 3out of 4 | 3,161 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millie's Deli | 1A Lower Road | 153 yd | |
| Bipuls Kitchen | 59-61 Lower Road | 352 yd | |
| Chinnor Village Centre | The Village Centre, High Street | 606 yd | |
| The Crown | Station Road | 848 yd | |
| Duo Chef's | 4 Keens Lane | 880 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Red Lion | 3 High Street | 458 yd | |
| The Wheatsheaf | The Wheatsheaf, Oakley Road | 929 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kingston Fisheries | 51a Lower Road | 352 yd | |
| Golden Chopsticks | 51 Lower Road | 352 yd | |
| Top Mandarin Chef | The Wheatsheaf, Oakley Road | 929 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cooperative Foodstore | 36 Oakley Road | 743 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Whites Field Mill Lane | grass pitches | 302 yd |
| Station Road Playing Fields Station Road | grass pitches, tennis courts | 377 yd |
| St Andrews C E Primary School Station Road | grass pitches, swimming pool | 463 yd |
| St Andrews Church Hall CHURCH ROAD | 770 yd | |
| Weights Fitness Studio (Closed) Church Road | health and fitness suite | 802 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.