St Michaels Lane is in Begbroke, Kidlington and in Cherwell district. OX5 1RT is located in the Kidlington West electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Oxford West and Abingdon. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about St Michaels Lane, Begbroke, Kidlington, OX5 1RT and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX5 1SH, OX5 1RZ, OX5 1RX, OX5 1RL, OX5 1RQ, OX5 1RJ, OX5 1FW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX5 1RT is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 48.3% | 50.2% | 1.9% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 51.7% | 49.8% | -1.9% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
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 OX5 1RT there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 53.7% 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 | 29.9% | 31.3% | 1.4% | 37.9% | -6.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 53.8% | 53.7% | -0.1% | 44.2% | 9.5% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.8% | 0.5% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 5.7% | -2.4% | 9.1% | -3.4% |
| Widowed | 5.9% | 6.5% | 0.6% | 6.1% | 0.4% |
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 (88.1%) 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 | 55.5% | 53.9% | -1.6% | 48.4% | 5.5% |
| Good health | 35.7% | 34.2% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 0.6% |
| Fair health | 7.6% | 11.8% | 4.2% | 12.7% | -0.9% |
| Bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 4.0% | -4.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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 45.7%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 8.1% | 12.1% | 4.0% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9% | 8.5% | -0.5% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 16.3% | 10.9% | -5.4% | 13.4% | -2.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.9% | 6.5% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 1.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.3% | 15% | 3.7% | 16.9% | -1.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.3% | 45.7% | 1.4% | 33.8% | 11.9% |
| Other | 5% | 1.2% | -3.8% | 2.8% | -1.6% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 86% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 1.3% | 1.3% | 0.7% | 0.6% |
| Indian | 2.3% | 4.7% | 2.4% | 3.1% | 1.6% |
| Pakistani | 1.9% | 0.7% | -1.2% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.1% | 2.3% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.1% |
| White | 92% | 86% | -6.0% | 81.4% | 4.6% |
| Arab | 0.8% | 1.7% | 0.9% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
In this area, 85.1% 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 | 90.5% | 85.1% | -5.4% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| European Union | 2.3% | 5.6% | 3.3% | 6.1% | -0.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 1% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 2.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% | 2.7% | -1.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.3% | 4% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -1.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 1.3% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 89% | 85.1% | -3.9% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 10.9% | 10.5% | 9.8% | 1.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 3% | 2.6% | 2.9% | 0.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 9.1% | 0% | -9.1% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 85.4% | 76.7% | 8.7% |
| Ireland | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| France | 1% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 1.7% | 0.6% | 1.1% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.7% | 1.5% | -0.8% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% |
| Central and South America | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 7.6% | 13.5% | -5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.2% | 37.2% | -5.0% |
| Christian | 54.2% | 46.2% | 8.0% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Hindu | 4% | 1.7% | 2.3% |
| Muslim | 3% | 6.5% | -3.5% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around St Michaels Lane was 41.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.8% lower than the Kidlington East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
St Michaels Lane has the 28th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Kidlington East and the 224th lowest crime rate of 484 local areas in Cherwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 20.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has stayed broadly stable by about -1.7%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 89% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Coach House St Michaels Lane, Kidlington, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,450,000 | 2015-07-09 | £1,912,726 |
| 3 St Michaels Lane, Kidlington, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,250,000 | 2007-02-28 | £2,181,624 |
| 3 St Michaels Lane, Kidlington, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £1,150,000 | 2001-09-21 | £3,181,978 |
OX5 1RT 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 |
| Retired | 58 |
| Part-Time Employee | 31 |
| Self-Employed | 26 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 25 |
| Construction | 18 |
| Human health and social work activities | 17 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Other | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Fletcher Primary School Rutten Lane , Yarnton OX5 1LW | 3out of 4 | 1,827 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bladon Church of England Primary School Park Street , Bladon OX20 1RW | 3out of 4 | 2,297 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| North Kidlington Primary School Benmead Road , OX5 2DA | 3out of 4 | 2,437 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Kidlington Oxford Road , OX5 1EA | 3out of 4 | 3,086 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Kidlington Primary and Nursery School Oxford Road , OX5 1EA | 1out of 4 | 3,086 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Gosford Hill School Oxford Road , OX5 2NT | 2out of 4 | 3,373 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Marlborough Church of England School Shipton Road , OX20 1LP | 3out of 4 | 3,532 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LVS Oxford Spring Hill Road , Begbroke OX5 1RX | - not rated | 207 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Begbroke Sports & Social Club BEGBROKE LANE | grass pitches | 377 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 | 0.0% |
| 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.