Carswell Marsh Cottages is in Buckland, Faringdon and in Vale Of White Horse district. SN7 8JW is located in the Thames electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Wantage. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Carswell Marsh Cottages, Buckland, Faringdon, SN7 8JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SN7 8JW, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.4% 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 | 51.3% | 54.4% | 3.1% | 51.0% | 3.4% |
| Male | 48.7% | 45.6% | -3.1% | 49.0% | -3.4% |
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 SN7 8JW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 59.2% 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 | 17.8% | 21.3% | 3.5% | 37.9% | -16.6% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.3% | 59.2% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 15.0% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Separated | 4.9% | 1.4% | -3.5% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Divorced | 6.1% | 10.1% | 4.0% | 9.1% | 1.0% |
| Widowed | 8% | 7.6% | -0.4% | 6.1% | 1.5% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (91.5%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 57.8% | 61.2% | 3.4% | 48.4% | 12.8% |
| Good health | 33.6% | 30.3% | -3.3% | 33.6% | -3.3% |
| Fair health | 7.4% | 7.1% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -5.6% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 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 59.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11% | 10.1% | -0.9% | 18.2% | -8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8% | 4% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -5.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 7.9% | -9.5% | 13.4% | -5.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.1% | 4% | 2.9% | 5.3% | -1.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.6% | 13% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -3.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 49.2% | 59.6% | 10.4% | 33.8% | 25.8% |
| Other | 2.7% | 1.4% | -1.3% | 2.8% | -1.4% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Indian | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.5% | -0.9% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 100% | 95.4% | -4.6% | 81.4% | 14.0% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 91.4% | 90.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 3.8% | 4.4% | 0.6% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 2.7% | 2.5% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 90.2% | -1.2% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.6% | 7.9% | 7.3% | 9.8% | -1.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.9% | 1.1% | 0.2% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 0.8% | -6.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 91.2% | 76.7% | 14.5% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Portugal | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Lithuania | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Other EU countries | 0.8% | 1.5% | -0.7% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 4.7% | 13.5% | -8.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 39.3% | 37.2% | 2.1% |
| Christian | 54.6% | 46.2% | 8.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.3% | 6.5% | -6.2% |
| Sikh | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Carswell Marsh Cottages was 96.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 89.2% higher than the Steventon & the Hanneys average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Carswell Marsh Cottages has the 7th highest crime rate of 56 local areas in Steventon & the Hanneys and the 55th highest crime rate of 428 local areas in Vale of White Horse .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 16.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -22.4%.
Households in this area have a much higher level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 94% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Carswell Marsh Cottages, Faringdon, Oxfordshire Detached, an established residential building | £330,000 | 2004-10-25 | £676,250 |
SN7 8JW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 2% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 21% 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 8JW 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 92 |
| Retired | 66 |
| Self-Employed | 57 |
| Part-Time Employee | 24 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 7 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Education | 33 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 14 |
| Information and communication | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 10 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 6 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Buckland Church of England Primary School Summerside , SN7 8RB | 4out of 4 | 2,820 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Clanfield CofE Primary School Main Street , Clanfield OX18 2SP | 3out of 4 | 4,912 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Aston and Cote Church of England Primary School Cote Road , Aston OX18 2DU | 3out of 4 | 5,002 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Bampton CofE Primary School Bowling Green Close , OX18 2NJ | 3out of 4 | 5,208 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Faringdon Junior School The Elms , Gloucester Street SN7 7HZ | 3out of 4 | 5,347 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 | 1,489 yd | Other independent school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.