Hughes Close is in Charlbury, Chipping Norton and in West Oxfordshire district. OX7 3ST 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 Hughes Close, Charlbury, Chipping Norton, OX7 3ST and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX7 3HB, OX7 3SS, OX7 3SX, OX7 3EP, OX7 3EZ, OX7 3EE, OX7 3SR, OX7 3SP, OX7 3SF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding OX7 3ST, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.8% 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 | 49% | 53.8% | 4.8% | 51.0% | 2.8% |
| Male | 51% | 46.2% | -4.8% | 49.0% | -2.8% |
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 | 32.2% | 41.9% | 9.7% | 37.9% | 4.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 41.1% | 32.8% | -8.3% | 44.2% | -11.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.7% | 4.3% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.1% |
| Divorced | 14.4% | 16.1% | 1.7% | 9.1% | 7.0% |
| Widowed | 8.9% | 4.8% | -4.1% | 6.1% | -1.3% |
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 | 46.1% | 39.3% | -6.8% | 48.4% | -9.1% |
| Good health | 27.4% | 40.1% | 12.7% | 33.6% | 6.5% |
| Fair health | 21.6% | 14.6% | -7.0% | 12.7% | 1.9% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 4% | -0.1% | 4.0% | 0.0% |
| Very bad health | 0.8% | 2% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.8% |
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.
In the area around OX7 3ST this area, 30.6% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 11.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 32.8% | 30.6% | -2.2% | 18.2% | 12.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.3% | 19.4% | 1.1% | 9.6% | 9.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.6% | 12.9% | -2.7% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 7% | 3.7% | 5.3% | 1.7% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 16.7% | 2.3% | 16.9% | -0.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 11.7% | 11.8% | 0.1% | 33.8% | -22.0% |
| Other | 3.9% | 1.6% | -2.3% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.2% | 98% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 16.6% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 96% 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 | 97.1% | 96% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.8% |
| European Union | 0% | 2.8% | 2.8% | 6.1% | -3.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0.4% | -0.8% | 5.6% | -5.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 97.1% | 96.4% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 13.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -8.2% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -2.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.9% | 0% | -2.9% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 50.2% | 76.7% | -26.5% |
| Ireland | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 48.6% | 13.5% | 35.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.3% | 37.2% | 3.1% |
| Christian | 56.9% | 46.2% | 10.7% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 1.2% | 6.0% | -4.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hughes Close was 73.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 74.5% higher than the North Leigh average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hughes Close has the 3rd highest crime rate of 21 local areas in North Leigh and the 69th highest crime rate of 352 local areas in West Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 35.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 135.5%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 40 Hughes Close, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2025-03-21 | £246,665 |
| 27 Hughes Close, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £362,500 | 2024-02-06 | £400,333 |
| 40A Hughes Close, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £320,000 | 2016-12-08 | £402,230 |
| 40 Hughes Close, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2016-03-31 | £329,835 |
| 27 Hughes Close, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £260,000 | 2015-09-30 | £352,444 |
OX7 3ST 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 | 43 |
| Retired | 43 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 18 |
| Looking after home or family | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Other | 14 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Education | 7 |
| Human health and social work activities | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charlbury Primary School Crawborough , Charlbury OX7 3TX | - not rated | 562 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Finstock Church of England Primary School School Road , Finstock OX7 3BN | 3out of 4 | 2,869 yd | Academy converter | - | Mixed | More About School |
| Stonesfield Primary School High Street , Stonesfield OX29 8PU | 3out of 4 | 3,999 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chadlington Church of England Primary School Church Road , Chadlington OX7 3LY | 3out of 4 | 4,536 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Five Ways Tandoori | Fiveways, Sturt Road | 270 yd | |
| Charlbury Bowls Club | 74 Ticknell Piece Road, Charlbury | 725 yd | |
| Pure Indulgence Catering | Memorial Hall, Browns Lane | 802 yd | |
| Charlbury Day Centre Lunch Club | Memorial Hall, Browns Lane | 802 yd | |
| Charlbury Deli And Cafe Ltd | The Old Bank House, Market Street | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ye Olde Three Horseshoes | Sheep Street, Charlbury | 682 yd | |
| THE BULL | The Bull Inn, Sheep Street | 682 yd | |
| The Bull Charlbury Ltd | The Bull Inn, Sheep Street | 682 yd | |
| The Bell | Bell Hotel, Church Street | 746 yd | |
| The Rose & Crown | Market Street, Charlbury | 809 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fiveways Stores - Londis | Five Ways Stores, Sturt Road | 168 yd | |
| Co-op | Spendlove Centre, Enstone Road | 901 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Nineacres Recreation Ground Nineacres Lane | grass pitches, tennis courts | 926 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 | 53.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 72.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 400 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 400 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 32.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 400 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.