OX16 3LJ is a safe, established residential area on East Street, 0.1km from Grimsbury, Old in Banbury. Administratively it sits within Banbury Grimsbury and Hightown ward and the Banbury constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a culturally diverse area with a strong community identity. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed self-employed with no fixed place of work in construction, transport, and storage. The 39 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 77% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. The area has a notably diverse population — 46% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Cherwell.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 35 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £255k.
Census 2021 statistics for OX16 3LJ are sourced from Output Area E00144904 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
EAST STREET, OX16 3LJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for EAST STREET, OX16 3LJ.
316
39
£ 51,600 /yr
49%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Cultural diversity defines OX16 3LJ — 46% of the population identifies from a non-white background, making this a vibrant, multicultural neighbourhood with strong community networks. Low crime and mid-range prices make this an accessible, safe multicultural area.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX16 3LJ. The average age is 38.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 252,500
4 sales · Mean £ 248,125
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX16 3LJ has low crime rates — 35 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Leonard's Church of England Primary School
Dashwood Banbury Academy
St Mary's Church of England Primary School, Banbury
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- Bridge Street Food And Wine0.9 km
- Egg free cake box0.9 km
- HMV0.9 km
- Next1.0 km
- Poundland1.0 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Bell0.6 km
- The Pepper Pot0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
16 nearby- Cafe Nero1.0 km
- Costa Ltd0.5 km
- GLORIA JEANS COFFEES1.0 km
- Marks And Spencer PLC1.0 km
- Nando's0.8 km
- + 11 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Co-op0.3 km
- One Below0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
21 nearby- Banbury Kebab And Burger House1.0 km
- Chicken Shed0.9 km
- D’Moodz Caribbean Cuisine0.9 km
- Greggs PLC0.9 km
- Grimsbury Fish Bar0.5 km
- + 16 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Banbury0.8 km
- Kings Sutton6.1 km
- Heyford16.6 km
Bus Stops
- East Close0.1 km
- Centre Street0.1 km
- Centre Street0.1 km
- Grimsbury Square0.2 km
- The Byeway0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OX163LJ · Data under Open Government Licence