Is OX25 1PS a safe place to live?

Yes, OX25 1PS is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 16 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of OX25 1PS?

The population for the OX25 1PS area is approximately 354 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Cherwell, South East

ARNCOTT ROAD, OX25 1PS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ARNCOTT ROAD, OX25 1PS.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

354

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 67,000 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX25 1PS 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.

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9/10

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9/10

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2/10

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7/10

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3/10

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9/10

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1/10

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8/10

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3/10

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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates OX25 1PS — age 47, 81% ownership, 12% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

OX25 1PS is a safe, established residential area on Arncott Road, 0.2km from Piddington in Piddington (Cherwell). Administratively it sits within Launton and Otmoor ward and the Banbury constituency.

For families considering a move, OX25 1PS represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. By day, the area transitions to a public administration and security character: public administration and security with mainly white workforces. At 47 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 16 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for OX25 1PS are sourced from Output Area E00145208 (shared with 40 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 OX25 1PS. 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 / British95.5%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean1.7%

Other / Mixed2.8%

Economic Activity

50%Active

FT: 33%

Unemployed: 1%

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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

OX25 1PS has low crime rates — 16 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other crime and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other crime2

Other theft2

Violence and sexual offences1

Vehicle crime1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bicester Village7.0 km
Bicester7.7 km
Bicester North7.9 km

Bus Stops

Arncott Road Bus Shelter0.0 km
Arncott Road Bus Shelter0.0 km