Pimpernel Close is in Oxford and in Oxford district. OX4 7QP is located in the Blackbird Leys electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Oxford East. This postcode has been in use since 2000-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Pimpernel Close, Oxford, OX4 7QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX4 6PE, OX4 7QH, OX4 7UZ, OX4 6RW, OX4 6PN, OX4 6PF, OX4 6RN, OX4 6PD, OX4 7UG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX4 7QP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.9% | 51.3% | 2.4% | 51.0% | 0.3% |
| Male | 51.1% | 48.7% | -2.4% | 49.0% | -0.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around OX4 7QP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 44.9% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 40.2% | 44.9% | 4.7% | 37.9% | 7.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 42.7% | 37.2% | -5.5% | 44.2% | -7.0% |
| Separated | 3.5% | 2.9% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 0.7% |
| Divorced | 7.6% | 8.7% | 1.1% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 6% | 6.4% | 0.4% | 6.1% | 0.3% |
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% | 46.6% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -1.8% |
| Good health | 32% | 35.6% | 3.6% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 13.7% | 0.8% | 12.7% | 1.0% |
| Bad health | 4.5% | 3.4% | -1.1% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 2.1% | 0.7% | -1.4% | 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 low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 21.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 40.5% | 25.6% | -14.9% | 18.2% | 7.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14.2% | 15.7% | 1.5% | 9.6% | 6.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.6% | 16.7% | 3.1% | 13.4% | 3.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.2% | 6.7% | 3.5% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 10.6% | 3.6% | 16.9% | -6.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 13.6% | 21.5% | 7.9% | 33.8% | -12.3% |
| Other | 7.9% | 3.2% | -4.7% | 2.8% | 0.4% |
In this area, the population is more ethnically diverse compared to the UK average. While 65.9% 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 | 0% | 0.2% | 0.2% | 1.1% | -0.9% |
| Chinese | 0.9% | 0.2% | -0.7% | 0.7% | -0.5% |
| Indian | 0.9% | 2.2% | 1.3% | 3.1% | -0.9% |
| Pakistani | 1.6% | 2.4% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -0.3% |
| Other Asian | 1.9% | 5.1% | 3.2% | 1.6% | 3.5% |
| Black African | 6.1% | 4.3% | -1.8% | 2.5% | 1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 2.4% | 3.1% | 0.7% | 1.0% | 2.1% |
| Other Black | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 3.1% | 2.6% | 0.8% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 5.2% | 5.1% | -0.1% | 0.9% | 4.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 3.4% | 2.9% | 0.8% | 2.6% |
| White | 76.9% | 65.9% | -11.0% | 81.4% | -15.5% |
| Other | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.6% |
In this area, 75.4% 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 | 80.5% | 75.4% | -5.1% | 83.2% | -7.8% |
| European Union | 6.4% | 7.2% | 0.8% | 6.1% | 1.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 2.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% | 0.8% | 1.1% |
| Africa | 4% | 3.6% | -0.4% | 2.7% | 0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 9.4% | 6.6% | 5.6% | 3.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 4% | 2.4% | -1.6% | 1.3% | 1.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.1% | 74.5% | -3.6% | 83.2% | -8.7% |
| 10+ Years | 5.2% | 16.9% | 11.7% | 9.8% | 7.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.5% | 3.8% | 0.3% | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.7% | 4.1% | -0.6% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 8.5% | 0.7% | -7.8% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62% | 76.7% | -14.7% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Portugal | 3.8% | 0.5% | 3.3% |
| Lithuania | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 3.1% | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| Romania | 0.2% | 0.9% | -0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.4% | 1.5% | -0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.2% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| South-East Asia | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Central and South America | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 19.6% | 13.5% | 6.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 34.9% | 37.2% | -2.3% |
| Christian | 51.2% | 46.2% | 5.0% |
| Hindu | 1% | 1.7% | -0.7% |
| Muslim | 8.2% | 6.5% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pimpernel Close was 68.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 42.2% lower than the Blackbird Leys average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pimpernel Close has the 24th lowest crime rate of 58 local areas in Blackbird Leys and the 212th highest crime rate of 426 local areas in Oxford .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 36.7 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -34.6%.

Households in this area have a slightly higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4 Pimpernel Close, Oxford, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2009-11-27 | £365,642 |
| 2 Pimpernel Close, Oxford, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £205,000 | 2007-09-25 | £340,775 |
| 1 Pimpernel Close, Oxford, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £168,000 | 2006-03-13 | £343,099 |
| 1 Pimpernel Close, Oxford, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £107,000 | 2002-01-11 | £311,189 |
| 1 Pimpernel Close, Oxford, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £70,000 | 2000-11-03 | £222,727 |
OX4 7QP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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 | 107 |
| Part-Time Employee | 48 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Looking after home or family | 24 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 16 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 14 |
| Unemployed | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 9 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Human health and social work activities | 31 |
| Education | 25 |
| Manufacturing | 18 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Slade Nursery School Titup Hall Drive , Headington OX3 8QQ | 4out of 4 | 4,029 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Comper Foundation Stage School Hertford Street , OX4 3AJ | 3out of 4 | 4,138 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Headington Quarry Foundation Stage School Quarry School Place , Headington OX3 8LH | 4out of 4 | 4,656 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Wheatley Nursery School Littleworth Road , Wheatley OX33 1NN | 3out of 4 | 4,832 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pegasus School Field Avenue , Blackbird Leys OX4 6RQ | 3out of 4 | 172 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Orchard Meadow Primary School Wesley Close , OX4 6BG | 1out of 4 | 705 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Windale Primary School Windale Avenue , OX4 6JD | 2out of 4 | 721 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, Littlemore Sandy Lane West , Littlemore OX4 6LD | 3out of 4 | 1,449 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Church Cowley St James Church of England Primary School Bartholomew Road , Cowley OX4 3QH | 3out of 4 | 1,896 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Oxford Academy Sandy Lane West , Littlemore OX4 6JZ | - not rated | 1,936 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Gregory the Great Cricket Road , OX4 3DR | - not rated | 3,412 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Oxford Spires Academy Glanville Road , OX4 2AU | 3out of 4 | 3,500 yd | Academy sponsor led | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Cheney School Cheney Lane , Headington OX3 7QH | 3out of 4 | 4,597 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mabel Prichard School Cuddesdon Way , OX4 6SB | - not rated | 571 yd | Academy special converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Include - Oxfordshire Blackbird Leas Community Centre , Blackbird Leas Road OX4 6HW | - not rated | 782 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Orion Academy Knights Road , Blackbird Leys OX4 6DQ | - not rated | 1,316 yd | Academy special sponsor led | Not Applicable | Boys | More About School |
| Emmanuel Christian School Sandford Road , Littlemore OX4 4PU | - not rated | 2,484 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Kings Education (Oxford) St Joseph's Hall , Temple Road OX4 2UJ | - not rated | 2,519 yd | Other independent school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Communi-Tea Cafe | Holy Family Church, 1 Cuddesdon Way | 843 yd | |
| Oxford Biomedica | County Trading Estate, Transport Way | 946 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Blackbird Leys Bowls Club | The Pavilion, Cuddesdon Way | 557 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Chillies Indian Takeaway | Chilli's Indian Cuisine, Dunnock Way | 628 yd | |
| Jakes | 110 Blackbird Leys Road, Oxford | 926 yd | |
| Smarts Take Away | 11 Knights Road, Oxford | 957 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lidl | Lidl UK, Watlington Road | 1,002 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Pegasus Primary School FIELD AVENUE | grass pitches | 297 yd |
| Blackbird Leys Park CUDDESDON WAY | grass pitches | 575 yd |
| Leys Pools And Leisure Centre PEGASUS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 663 yd |
| Orchard Meadow Primary School WESLEY CLOSE | grass pitches | 829 yd |
| Blackbird Leys Swimming Pool (Closed) Blackbird Leys Road | swimming pool | 879 yd |
| Blackbird Leys Youth And Community Centre Blackbird Leys Road | 958 yd | |
| Lovethegym (Closed) Sandy Lane | health and fitness suite | 1,055 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 | 63.6% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 54.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 54.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 54.5% |
| 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 | 53.2 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 121.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 500 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 17.8 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.