OX12 0AF is a safe, established residential area on Sharland Close, 0.7km from Wick Green in Grove (Vale of White Horse). Administratively it sits within Grove North ward and the Wantage constituency.
For serious buyers, OX12 0AF is a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 44) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 81% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £300k, up 4.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for OX12 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00146288 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHARLAND CLOSE, OX12 0AF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHARLAND CLOSE, OX12 0AF.
312
44
£ 56,100 /yr
61%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX12 0AF is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
OX12 0AF is a mixed residential postcode — average age 44, 81% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 4.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX12 0AF. The average age is 44.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 250,000
11 sales · Mean £ 261,063
Semi-Detached
£ 325,000
7 sales · Mean £ 311,857
Detached
£ 307,000
2 sales · Mean £ 307,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX12 0AF has low crime rates — 12 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
Millbrook Primary School
Grove Church of England School
Fitzwaryn School
Stockham Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- MacDermid Autotype0.9 km
- Cornerstone Christian Centre0.5 km
- Costa Coffee0.5 km
- Elaichi Tandoori0.5 km
- Munchies of Grove0.6 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Premier Convenience Store0.5 km
- Bottle Top0.5 km
- Parsons Bakery0.5 km
- Wantage & Grove FoodBank0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Deja Vu0.5 km
- MILLBROOK FISH AND CHIPS0.5 km
- EAGLE PIZZA0.5 km
- Peking Chef0.5 km
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Bell Inn0.4 km
- Grove Rugby Club0.1 km
- The Bay Tree0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.5 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Didcot Parkway12.6 km
- Appleford13.1 km
- Culham14.1 km
Bus Stops
- Mandhill Close0.2 km
- Mandhill Close0.2 km
- Hawthorn Crescent0.3 km
- Wessex Way0.3 km
- Wessex Way0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: OX120AF · Data under Open Government Licence