Walkers Height is in Finstock, Chipping Norton and in West Oxfordshire district. OX7 3DP is located in the Charlbury and Finstock electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witney. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Walkers Height, Finstock, Chipping Norton, OX7 3DP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX7 3BW, OX7 3BN, OX7 3BP, OX7 3BU, OX7 3DJ, OX7 3BT, OX7 3DN, OX7 3BX, OX7 3BS.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding OX7 3DP 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 | 52.3% | 50% | -2.3% | 51.0% | -1.0% |
| Male | 47.7% | 50% | 2.3% | 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 OX7 3DP there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 54.8% 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 | 25% | 23.5% | -1.5% | 37.9% | -14.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 54% | 54.8% | 0.8% | 44.2% | 10.6% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 12.5% | 8.6% | -3.9% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 6.7% | 10.4% | 3.7% | 6.1% | 4.3% |
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 | 52.3% | 51.6% | -0.7% | 48.4% | 3.2% |
| Good health | 27.4% | 32.4% | 5.0% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 15.8% | 13.2% | -2.6% | 12.7% | 0.5% |
| Bad health | 3.4% | 2.1% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -1.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 25% | 17.6% | -7.4% | 18.2% | -0.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.5% | 9% | 0.5% | 9.6% | -0.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.6% | 9.5% | -2.1% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 5% | -0.4% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 11.6% | 19% | 7.4% | 16.9% | 2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.9% | 37.1% | 3.2% | 33.8% | 3.3% |
| Other | 4% | 2.7% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.6% 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 | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 99.2% | 98.6% | -0.6% | 81.4% | 17.2% |
In this area, 91.5% 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 | 94.7% | 91.5% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0.7% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.8% | 1.4% | 0.6% | 5.6% | -4.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 1.1% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 1.8% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| British Overseas | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.4% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 94.7% | 91.5% | -3.2% | 83.2% | 8.3% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 7.8% | 7.8% | 9.8% | -2.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.9% | -2.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.5% | 0% | -4.5% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 80.9% | 76.7% | 4.2% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Oceania | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| No passport held | 16.3% | 13.5% | 2.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39% | 37.2% | 1.8% |
| Christian | 55.7% | 46.2% | 9.5% |
| Other religion | 0.7% | 0.6% | 0.1% |
| Not answered | 4.6% | 6.0% | -1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Walkers Height was 84.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 99.1% higher than the North Leigh average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Walkers Height has the highest crime rate of 21 local areas in North Leigh and the 53rd highest crime rate of 352 local areas in West Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 32.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 76.5%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 79% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Walkers Height, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2013-08-23 | £378,237 |
| 2 Walkers Height, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £242,500 | 2012-05-31 | £404,297 |
| 2 Walkers Height, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, a newly built property | £119,500 | 2006-12-21 | £214,774 |
| 4 Walkers Height, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2006-10-27 | £307,708 |
| 12 Walkers Height, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,995 | 2005-07-29 | £335,224 |
OX7 3DP area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 5% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 17% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
OX7 3DP 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.
| Retired | 61 |
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Self-Employed | 37 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Manufacturing | 11 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Information and communication | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Finstock Church of England Primary School School Road , Finstock OX7 3BN | 3out of 4 | 48 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Charlbury Primary School Crawborough , Charlbury OX7 3TX | - not rated | 3,398 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonesfield Primary School High Street , Stonesfield OX29 8PU | 3out of 4 | 3,620 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Hailey Church of England Primary School Hailey , OX29 9UB | 3out of 4 | 4,076 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| North Leigh Church of England (Controlled) School Park Road , North Leigh OX29 6SS | 3out of 4 | 4,912 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Plough Inn | Langstone, 1 High Street | 303 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Finstock Village Hall VILLAGE HALL VILLAGE HALL WELL HILL | indoor bowls | 140 yd |
| Church Rise Playing Field Church Rise | grass pitches | 161 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 | 45.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 60.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 200 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 200 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.