Farm Close is in Kidlington and in Cherwell district. OX5 2BE 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 Farm Close, Kidlington, OX5 2BE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX5 2AY, OX5 2BD, OX5 2BL, OX5 2YD, OX5 2AJ, OX5 2BA, OX5 2BH, OX5 2AH, OX5 2XT.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OX5 2BE, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 55.5% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53% | 55.5% | 2.5% | 51.0% | 4.5% |
| Male | 47% | 44.5% | -2.5% | 49.0% | -4.5% |
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 2BE there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.8% 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 | 18.5% | 21.4% | 2.9% | 37.9% | -16.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 64.3% | 59.8% | -4.5% | 44.2% | 15.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 1.8% | 1.8% | 0.1% | 1.7% |
| Separated | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Divorced | 7.9% | 8% | 0.1% | 9.1% | -1.1% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 8% | 0.1% | 6.1% | 1.9% |
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 | 44.6% | 41.9% | -2.7% | 48.4% | -6.5% |
| Good health | 37.3% | 41.1% | 3.8% | 33.6% | 7.5% |
| Fair health | 14.9% | 14.5% | -0.4% | 12.7% | 1.8% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -1.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 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 58.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.3% | 10.3% | -2.0% | 18.2% | -7.9% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.6% | 5.8% | -0.8% | 9.6% | -3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.8% | 9% | -3.8% | 13.4% | -4.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 4.9% | 0.1% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.1% | 10.3% | 0.2% | 16.9% | -6.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 49.8% | 58.3% | 8.5% | 33.8% | 24.5% |
| Other | 3.5% | 1.3% | -2.2% | 2.8% | -1.5% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 88.8% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 4.4% | 4.4% | 2.7% | 1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 98% | 88.8% | -9.2% | 81.4% | 7.4% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0.4% | 3.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 1.6% |
In this area, 88% 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 | 91.6% | 88% | -3.6% | 83.2% | 4.8% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 4.4% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 1.2% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 2.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2.4% | 3.2% | 0.8% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 87.6% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 4.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 8.8% | 8.4% | 9.8% | -1.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.2% | 2.8% | 1.6% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 5.2% | 0% | -5.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 86.6% | 76.7% | 9.9% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| France | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Spain | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Romania | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Central and South America | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| No passport held | 7.3% | 13.5% | -6.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 26.1% | 37.2% | -11.1% |
| Christian | 64.8% | 46.2% | 18.6% |
| Jewish | 2.4% | 0.5% | 1.9% |
| Muslim | 4.3% | 6.5% | -2.2% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Not answered | 2% | 6.0% | -4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Farm Close was 47.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 19.4% lower than the Kidlington East average. The most reported crime type was Vehicle crime.
Farm Close has the 24th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Kidlington East and the 232nd highest crime rate of 484 local areas in Cherwell .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 21.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -84.1%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 85% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 6 Farm Close, Kidlington, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2020-08-07 | £513,521 |
| 8 Farm Close, Kidlington, Oxfordshire Other, an established residential building | £412,000 | 2017-03-17 | £460,802 |
| 8 Farm Close, Kidlington, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £412,000 | 2017-03-17 | £512,365 |
| 1 Farm Close, Kidlington, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £335,000 | 2006-10-25 | £582,683 |
| 2 Farm Close, Kidlington, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £290,000 | 2005-11-04 | £554,476 |
OX5 2BE 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in OX5 2BE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 45% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 101 |
| Full-Time Employee | 60 |
| Self-Employed | 24 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Education | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 8 |
| Manufacturing | 8 |
| Other | 7 |
| Information and communication | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Construction | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Kidlington Primary School Benmead Road , OX5 2DA | 3out of 4 | 620 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Kidlington Oxford Road , OX5 1EA | 3out of 4 | 1,441 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| West Kidlington Primary and Nursery School Oxford Road , OX5 1EA | 1out of 4 | 1,441 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Edward Feild Primary School Bicester Road , OX5 2LG | 3out of 4 | 1,518 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| William Fletcher Primary School Rutten Lane , Yarnton OX5 1LW | 3out of 4 | 3,164 yd | Community school | No | 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 | 1,470 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Marlborough Church of England School Shipton Road , OX20 1LP | 3out of 4 | 4,956 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 | 3,115 yd | Other independent special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Woodeaton Manor School , OX3 9TS | 3out of 4 | 5,199 yd | Foundation special school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Six Bells | 70 Mill Street | 519 yd | |
| TULASI | 63 High Street | 573 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 57 High Street | 606 yd | |
| Ovisher Restaurant | 11 - 13 Oxford Road | 725 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Kings Arms | 4 The Moors | 129 yd | |
| The Foresters Bar | Foresters Hall Club, Marlborough House, 69 High Street | 554 yd | |
| The Black Bull | 2 Banbury Road | 747 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dominos Pizza | 67 High Street | 563 yd | |
| Albert Fish And Chips | 61 High Street | 581 yd | |
| Off The Hook | 9 Oxford Road | 721 yd | |
| Kidlington Kebab & Cafe | 3A Oxford Road | 737 yd | |
| The Star Chinese Takeaway | 6 Oxford Road | 778 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-op Supermarket | 26 High Street | 631 yd | |
| Midcounties Co-operative | 108 Oxford Road | 1,049 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Park Hill Recreation Ground Benmead Road | grass pitches | 532 yd |
| Orchard Recreation Ground KIDLINGTON YOUTH FOOTBALL CLUB KIDLINGTON YOUTH FOOTBALL CLUB EVANS LANE | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| Exeter Close EXETER CLOSE EXETER CLOSE OXFORD ROAD | grass pitches | 917 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% |
| Median download speed | 39.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 96.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 350 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 10.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 35 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.