Rose Hill is in Oxford and in Oxford district. OX4 4HP is located in the Rose Hill & Iffley electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Oxford East. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rose Hill, Oxford, OX4 4HP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX4 4HY, OX4 4JR, OX4 4JS, OX4 4JQ, OX4 3ND, OX4 4JH, OX4 4HS, OX4 4JG, OX4 4JP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX4 4HP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.5% 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 | 52.2% | 49.5% | -2.7% | 51.0% | -1.5% |
| Male | 47.8% | 50.5% | 2.7% | 49.0% | 1.5% |
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 | 38.3% | 33.5% | -4.8% | 37.9% | -4.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.8% | 41.3% | 1.5% | 44.2% | -2.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Civil partnership: Opposite sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 10% | 4.8% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 16% | 11.9% | -4.1% | 6.1% | 5.8% |
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 | 40.3% | 49.8% | 9.5% | 48.4% | 1.4% |
| Good health | 33.2% | 31.4% | -1.8% | 33.6% | -2.2% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 11.7% | -5.6% | 12.7% | -1.0% |
| Bad health | 8.1% | 5.4% | -2.7% | 4.0% | 1.4% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.2% | 0.5% |
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 high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 47.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 27.1% | 20.7% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.5% | 6.7% | -4.8% | 9.6% | -2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.4% | 7.4% | -6.0% | 13.4% | -6.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 5.6% | 1.5% | 5.3% | 0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 9.6% | 0.3% | 16.9% | -7.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.1% | 47.4% | 17.3% | 33.8% | 13.6% |
| Other | 4.5% | 2.6% | -1.9% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 73.9% of the residents identify as white, which is lower than the UK average of 81.4%, there are significant representations of other ethnic groups.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 2% | 2% | 0.0% | 1.1% | 0.9% |
| Chinese | 0% | 2.6% | 2.6% | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Indian | 0% | 3.3% | 3.3% | 3.1% | 0.2% |
| Pakistani | 7.1% | 6.9% | -0.2% | 2.7% | 4.2% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 5.9% | 5.9% | 1.6% | 4.3% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 2.5% | -2.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1% | 3% | 2.0% | 0.8% | 2.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 88.1% | 73.9% | -14.2% | 81.4% | -7.5% |
| Other | 0.3% | 1.3% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.3% |
In this area, 68.6% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.8% | 68.6% | -17.2% | 83.2% | -14.6% |
| European Union | 6.4% | 11.7% | 5.3% | 6.1% | 5.6% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| Africa | 1.7% | 1% | -0.7% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.4% | 13.4% | 10.0% | 5.6% | 7.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.4% | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.4% | 68.6% | -13.8% | 83.2% | -14.6% |
| 10+ Years | 2% | 18.1% | 16.1% | 9.8% | 8.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 4.1% | 6% | 1.9% | 2.9% | 3.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.4% | 2.3% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.1% |
| Less than 2 years | 10.2% | 5% | -5.2% | 1.9% | 3.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.5% | 76.7% | -1.2% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Germany | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.7% | 0.4% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Romania | 0.7% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 3% | 1.5% | 1.5% |
| Other Europe | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Southern Asia | 2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 8.1% | 13.5% | -5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.9% | 37.2% | -7.3% |
| Christian | 45.2% | 46.2% | -1.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 2.3% | 1.7% | 0.6% |
| Muslim | 12% | 6.5% | 5.5% |
| Other religion | 2% | 0.6% | 1.4% |
| Not answered | 8% | 6.0% | 2.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rose Hill was 1211.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 761.8% higher than the Cowley average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Rose Hill has the 2nd highest crime rate of 58 local areas in Cowley and the 5th highest crime rate of 426 local areas in Oxford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 91.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 2714.8%.

Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 92% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flat 1 Villiers Court Rose Hill, Oxford, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2019-04-04 | £234,099 |
| Flat 5 Villiers Court Rose Hill, Oxford, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £229,000 | 2018-06-20 | £224,152 |
| Flat 4 Villiers Court Rose Hill, Oxford, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2009-08-14 | £259,427 |
| Flat 4 Villiers Court Rose Hill, Oxford, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £170,500 | 2006-05-05 | £252,371 |
| Flat 2 Villiers Court Rose Hill, Oxford, Oxfordshire Flats/Maisonettes, an established residential building | £158,000 | 2005-05-13 | £246,653 |
OX4 4HP 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 OX4 4HP 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 | 92 |
| Retired | 82 |
| Part-Time Employee | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Other | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Education | 25 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 18 |
| Information and communication | 15 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Comper Foundation Stage School Hertford Street , OX4 3AJ | 3out of 4 | 1,514 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Grandpont Nursery School Whitehouse Road , OX1 4QH | 3out of 4 | 2,844 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Slade Nursery School Titup Hall Drive , Headington OX3 8QQ | 4out of 4 | 3,278 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Headington Quarry Foundation Stage School Quarry School Place , Headington OX3 8LH | 4out of 4 | 4,047 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rose Hill Primary School The Oval , Rose Hill OX4 4SF | 2out of 4 | 690 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St Frideswide Church of England Primary School Cricket Road , OX4 3DR | - not rated | 821 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Larkrise Primary School Boundary Brook Road , OX4 4AN | 1out of 4 | 962 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Cowley St James Church of England Primary School Bartholomew Road , Cowley OX4 3QH | 3out of 4 | 1,140 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Our Lady's Roman Catholic Primary School Oxford Road , Cowley OX4 2LF | 3out of 4 | 1,231 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Gregory the Great Cricket Road , OX4 3DR | - not rated | 821 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Oxford Academy Sandy Lane West , Littlemore OX4 6JZ | - not rated | 1,320 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxford Spires Academy Glanville Road , OX4 2AU | 3out of 4 | 1,568 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheney School Cheney Lane , Headington OX3 7QH | 3out of 4 | 2,711 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Swan School Marston Ferry Road , OX2 7WP | - not rated | 5,036 yd | Free schools | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Activate Learning Oxpens Road , OX1 1SA | - not rated | 3,596 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ruskin College Dunstan Road , Old Headington OX3 9BZ | - not rated | 4,380 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Iffley Academy Iffley Turn , OX4 4DU | 4out of 4 | 615 yd | Academy special converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Emmanuel Christian School Sandford Road , Littlemore OX4 4PU | - not rated | 1,226 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Education (Oxford) St Joseph's Hall , Temple Road OX4 2UJ | - not rated | 1,453 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Orion Academy Knights Road , Blackbird Leys OX4 6DQ | - not rated | 2,099 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Include - Oxfordshire Blackbird Leas Community Centre , Blackbird Leas Road OX4 6HW | - not rated | 2,279 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 Egg Cafe And Sandwich Shop | 5 Courtland Road, Oxford | 251 yd | |
| Café Spice | 98 Rose Hill, Oxford | 361 yd | |
| Polish Kitchen | 96 Rose Hill, Oxford | 361 yd | |
| The Jolly Postboys | Jolly Post Boys, 22 Florence Park Road | 383 yd | |
| Iffley Kitchen | Tree Hotel, 63 Church Way | 477 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jolly Postboys | Jolly Post Boys, 22 Florence Park Road | 383 yd | |
| The William Morris | 59A Between Towns Road, Oxford | 705 yd | |
| Prince Of Wales At Iffley | 73 Church Way, Oxford | 818 yd | |
| Templars Bar | Templars Bar And Cafe, Barns Road | 822 yd | |
| Q-Zone Sports Bar | Q-Zone Sports Bar Limited, Between Towns Road | 1,008 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salt & Vinegar | 78 Rose Hill, Oxford | 148 yd | |
| Top Wok | 5 Church Cowley Road, Oxford | 286 yd | |
| House Of Tim | 84 Rose Hill, Oxford | 361 yd | |
| The Coffee Shed | Florence Park, Rymers Lane | 683 yd | |
| Chicken Hut | 55 Between Towns Road, Oxford | 705 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Co-operative | 74 Rose Hill, Oxford | 130 yd | |
| The Co-operative | 25-27 Littlemore Road, Oxford | 647 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Unit 1, Templars Shopping Park | 728 yd | |
| The Co-operative | Ground Floor, 21 The Square | 750 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Rose Hill Recreation Ground ROSE HILL SPORTS GROUND ROSE HILL SPORTS GROUND ASHHURST WAY | grass pitches | 597 yd |
| Pure Gym (Oxford Templars Shopping Park) UNIT 1B UNIT 1B BETWEEN TOWNS ROAD | health and fitness suite | 627 yd |
| Rose Hill Community Centre CAROLES WAY | health and fitness suite | 631 yd |
| Feel Fit Gym Templars Square | health and fitness suite | 751 yd |
| Florence Park | tennis courts | 761 yd |
| Rose Hill Community Centre (Closed) THE OVAL | health and fitness suite | 827 yd |
| St Gregory The Great Catholic School CRICKET ROAD | artificial grass pitch | 878 yd |
| Donnington Recreation Ground FREELANDS ROAD | grass pitches | 969 yd |
| Arena Fitness (Closed) Oxford Road | health and fitness suite | 1,044 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.