Is OX15 0QY a safe place to live?

Yes, OX15 0QY is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 16 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in OX15 0QY?

The average property price in OX15 0QY is currently around £540k.

What is the population of OX15 0QY?

The population for the OX15 0QY area is approximately 297 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Cherwell, South East

OX15 0QY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OX15 0QY.

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Population

297

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 61,400 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: OX15 0QY is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. 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.

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8/10

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5/10

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Area Character

OX15 0QY is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £540k, 91% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 18.4% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

OX15 0QY is a sought-after residential area located 0.4km from Hempton in Cherwell. Administratively it sits within Deddington ward and the Banbury constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in OX15, OX15 0QY offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 91% 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 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £540k, up 18.4% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.

Census 2021 statistics for OX15 0QY are sourced from Output Area E00145125 (shared with 27 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX15 0QY. The average age is 46.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.5%

Asian / British Asian2.1%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed3.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 32%

Unemployed: 0%

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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood of long-term property owners. The significantly higher average age reflects a deeply settled local population.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 475,000

3 sales · Mean £ 521,666

Detached

£ 482,500

4 sales · Mean £ 523,750

Terraced

£ 553,750

2 sales · Mean £ 553,750

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

OX15 0QY has low crime rates — 16 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.

Violence and sexual offences3

Anti-social behaviour1

Other theft1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Kings Sutton6.6 km
Heyford8.1 km
Banbury8.8 km

Bus Stops

St Johns Way0.4 km
St Johns Way0.4 km