Blue Row is in Over Norton, Chipping Norton and in West Oxfordshire district. OX7 5PL is located in the Kingham, Rollright and Enstone electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Witney. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Blue Row, Over Norton, Chipping Norton, OX7 5PL and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: OX7 5QU, OX7 5PR, OX7 5PH, OX7 5PW, OX7 5PN, OX7 5PS, OX7 5PT, OX7 5PP, OX7 5PU.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around OX7 5PL is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.1% | 51.5% | 0.4% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 48.9% | 48.5% | -0.4% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
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 | 25.3% | 27.7% | 2.4% | 37.9% | -10.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 51% | 1.0% | 44.2% | 6.8% |
| Separated | 1.6% | 1.5% | -0.1% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Divorced | 8.6% | 10.4% | 1.8% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 14.5% | 9.4% | -5.1% | 6.1% | 3.3% |
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 | 50.7% | 42.7% | -8.0% | 48.4% | -5.7% |
| Good health | 31.4% | 39.7% | 8.3% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 14% | 13.4% | -0.6% | 12.7% | 0.7% |
| Bad health | 3.9% | 3.8% | -0.1% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 28.5% | 20.7% | -7.8% | 18.2% | 2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 12.4% | 13.3% | 0.9% | 9.6% | 3.7% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14% | 13.3% | -0.7% | 13.4% | -0.1% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 3.4% | 2.3% | 5.3% | -1.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.8% | 16.3% | 5.5% | 16.9% | -0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 29.6% | 29.6% | 0.0% | 33.8% | -4.2% |
| Other | 3.8% | 3.4% | -0.4% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.7% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 99.6% | 96.3% | -3.3% | 81.4% | 14.9% |
| Arab | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 95.2% | 94.6% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 2.6% | 1.2% | -1.4% | 2.7% | -1.5% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 2.1% | 1.7% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| 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 | 94.3% | 94.2% | -0.1% | 83.2% | 11.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.4% | 1.2% | 0.8% | 2.9% | -1.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 0.4% | -3.1% | 1.9% | -1.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| Other EU countries | 0.4% | 1.5% | -1.1% |
| Other Europe | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.0% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 18.5% | 13.5% | 5.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 31.5% | 37.2% | -5.7% |
| Christian | 57.7% | 46.2% | 11.5% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 10% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Blue Row was 57.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 15.9% higher than the Kingham, Rollright and Enstone average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Blue Row has the 6th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Kingham, Rollright and Enstone and the 108th highest crime rate of 352 local areas in West Oxfordshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 22.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 41.2%.
Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 86% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 Blue Row, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £287,000 | 2022-09-23 | £303,383 |
| 3 Blue Row, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £276,000 | 2020-06-12 | £329,358 |
| 3 Blue Row, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £242,000 | 2017-09-22 | £294,547 |
| 4 Blue Row, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2002-08-01 | £418,741 |
| 4 Blue Row, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £121,000 | 2000-06-22 | £381,389 |
OX7 5PL area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 11% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 15% 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 5PL area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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 OX7 5PL area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 35% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 71 |
| Full-Time Employee | 46 |
| Self-Employed | 30 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 6 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Education | 8 |
| Information and communication | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Ace Centre Nursery School The Ace Centre , Burford Road OX7 5DZ | 4out of 4 | 1,674 yd | Local authority nursery school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holy Trinity Catholic School, Chipping Norton 24 London Road , OX7 5AX | 4out of 4 | 1,189 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Church of England (Aided) Primary School, Chipping Norton The Green , OX7 5DH | 3out of 4 | 1,941 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Great Rollright Church of England (Aided) Primary School Church End , Great Rollright OX7 5SA | 3out of 4 | 3,662 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Acorns Primary School School Close , Long Compton CV36 5LA | 3out of 4 | 5,344 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipping Norton School Burford Road , OX7 5DY | 3out of 4 | 1,939 yd | Academy converter | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Park School Southcombe , Chipping Norton OX7 5QH | - not rated | 2,749 yd | Other independent 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Masonic Hall Chipping Norton | 8 Over Norton Road, Chipping Norton | 715 yd | |
| Chipping Norton Cricket | Cricket Ground, Banbury Road | 1,052 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Chipping Norton Cricket Club Banbury Road | grass pitches | 1,007 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.