Is OX25 1QB a safe place to live?

Yes, OX25 1QB is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 5 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of OX25 1QB?

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

Postcode Analysis Cherwell, South East

THAME ROAD, OX25 1QB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THAME ROAD, OX25 1QB.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-11 (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 1QB 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

OX25 1QB is a mixed residential postcode — average age 47, 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.

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

OX25 1QB is a safe, established residential area on Thame Road, 0.5km from Piddington in Piddington (Cherwell). Administratively it sits within Launton and Otmoor ward and the Banbury constituency.

For families considering a move, OX25 1QB represents a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — public administration and security with mainly white workforces. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for OX25 1QB 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 1QB. 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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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-11)

OX25 1QB has low crime rates — 5 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are burglary and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Burglary1

Other theft1

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bicester Village7.3 km
Bicester8.1 km
Bicester North8.2 km