Harding Close is in Faringdon and in Vale Of White Horse district. SN7 7SJ is located in the Faringdon electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wantage. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Harding Close, Faringdon, SN7 7SJ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SN7 7NR, SN7 7NP, SN7 7AU, SN7 7AX, SN7 7YS, SN7 7FY, SN7 7BF, SN7 7DU, SN7 7AP.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SN7 7SJ has a slightly higher male population, with 51.2% 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 | 48.7% | 48.8% | 0.1% | 51.0% | -2.2% |
| Male | 51.3% | 51.2% | -0.1% | 49.0% | 2.2% |
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 | 26.9% | 38.6% | 11.7% | 37.9% | 0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 46.2% | 40% | -6.2% | 44.2% | -4.2% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.8% | 0% | -1.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.6% | 1.4% | -2.2% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 8.6% | -4.0% | 9.1% | -0.5% |
| Widowed | 9% | 11.4% | 2.4% | 6.1% | 5.3% |
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 | 44.3% | 37.2% | -7.1% | 48.4% | -11.2% |
| Good health | 28.6% | 42.6% | 14.0% | 33.6% | 9.0% |
| Fair health | 17.6% | 14.7% | -2.9% | 12.7% | 2.0% |
| Bad health | 5.9% | 4.3% | -1.6% | 4.0% | 0.3% |
| Very bad health | 3.7% | 1.2% | -2.5% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 27.4% | 20% | -7.4% | 18.2% | 1.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 11.9% | -1.6% | 9.6% | 2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.2% | 12.4% | -2.8% | 13.4% | -1.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.8% | 6.7% | 0.9% | 5.3% | 1.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 17.6% | 7.3% | 16.9% | 0.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.9% | 28.6% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -5.2% |
| Other | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 2.8% | 0.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.9% 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 | 1.1% | 0.4% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Pakistani | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.5% | -2.1% |
| Other Black | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.4% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Mixed Other | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96% | 96.9% | 0.9% | 81.4% | 15.5% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 86.5% 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 | 92.7% | 86.5% | -6.2% | 83.2% | 3.3% |
| European Union | 2.9% | 8.5% | 5.6% | 6.1% | 2.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 2.2% | 3.5% | 1.3% | 2.7% | 0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.7% | 86.8% | -5.9% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 1.1% | 8.5% | 7.4% | 9.8% | -1.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 2.9% | 0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.8% | 0.4% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -1.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.4% | 0.8% | -3.6% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 65.9% | 76.7% | -10.8% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Portugal | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Romania | 1.2% | 0.9% | 0.3% |
| Other EU countries | 2.3% | 1.5% | 0.8% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Central and South America | 0.4% | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 25.6% | 13.5% | 12.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 51.2% | 37.2% | 14.0% |
| Christian | 44.2% | 46.2% | -2.0% |
| Not answered | 4.7% | 6.0% | -1.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Harding Close was 35.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.0% lower than the Stanford average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Harding Close has the 12th lowest crime rate of 30 local areas in Stanford and the 210th lowest crime rate of 428 local areas in Vale of White Horse .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 25.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -6.3%.

Households in this area have a higher level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 70% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 37 Harding Close, Faringdon, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £410,000 | 2025-07-04 | £428,205 |
| 19 Harding Close, Faringdon, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £257,000 | 2024-11-29 | £285,903 |
| 3 Harding Close, Faringdon, Oxfordshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £365,000 | 2024-03-25 | £403,595 |
| 22 Harding Close, Faringdon, Oxfordshire Terraced, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2023-12-14 | £286,205 |
| 39 Harding Close, Faringdon, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £425,000 | 2023-11-24 | £475,543 |
SN7 7SJ area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 23% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 12% 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.
SN7 7SJ area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 | 73 |
| Retired | 42 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Self-Employed | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 9 |
| Other | 7 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Education | 23 |
| Construction | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 12 |
| Other | 10 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Information and communication | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faringdon Junior School The Elms , Gloucester Street SN7 7HZ | 3out of 4 | 566 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Faringdon Infant School Lechlade Road , SN7 8AH | 3out of 4 | 695 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Shellingford Church of England (Voluntary Aided) School Church Street , Shellingford SN7 7QA | 3out of 4 | 3,697 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Longcot and Fernham Church of England Primary School Kings Lane , Longcot SN7 7SY | 4out of 4 | 5,091 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Faringdon Community College Fernham Road , SN7 7LB | 3out of 4 | 1,003 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Hugh's School Carswell Manor , Faringdon SN7 8PT | - not rated | 4,799 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cotswold Fire & Grill | 10 London Street, Faringdon | 384 yd | |
| Lotus Retreat | 2 London Street, Faringdon | 413 yd | |
| Viceroy Tandoori | 19 London Street, Faringdon | 414 yd | |
| The Rainbow Fish & Chips | 7 London Street, Faringdon | 425 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | 7 Marlborough Street, Faringdon | 444 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Faringdon Town Football Club | Tucker Park, Park Road | 343 yd | |
| The Swan | 1 Park Road, Faringdon | 343 yd | |
| The Folly Inn Ltd | 54 London Street | 384 yd | |
| Wheatsheaf Inn | 5 London Street | 425 yd | |
| The Narrows of Faringdon | 18 Market Place, Faringdon | 462 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flamin tasty | Faringdon Snack Bar, Pioneer Road | 309 yd | |
| Mayflower | 28 London Street, Faringdon | 384 yd | |
| Sheffords | 9 London Street, Faringdon | 425 yd | |
| Best Food 2000 | 11 Market Place, Faringdon | 451 yd | |
| CAPRINOS PIZZA | 1 Marlborough Street, Faringdon | 455 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco Metro | Tesco Stores LTD, 21 Park Road | 343 yd | |
| Aldi Stores Ltd | Aldi Foodstore Ltd, Unit 2, Henry Blake Way | 690 yd | |
| Waitrose | Unit 1, Henry Blake Way | 691 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Faringdon & District Cricket Club (Closed) Southampton Street | grass pitches | 160 yd |
| Tucker Park Recreation Ground Park Road | grass pitches | 561 yd |
| Faringdon & District Cricket Club Stanford Road | grass pitches | 777 yd |
| Faringdon Leisure Centre FERNHAM ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts, swimming pool | 971 yd |
| Faringdon Community College FERNHAM ROAD | grass pitches | 1,026 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% |
| Median download speed | 37 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 34.5 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 58.72 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 58.72 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.3 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.8 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.