Postcode Analysis Cherwell, South East

VESPASIAN WAY, OX26 1BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for VESPASIAN WAY, OX26 1BA.

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

529

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 67,000 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX26 1BA is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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8/10
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6/10
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1/10
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5/10
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4/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. OX26 1BA's low deprivation rank, 72% ownership, and £503k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 5.4% year-on-year.

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

OX26 1BA is a safe, established residential area on Vespasian Way, 0.8km from Chesterton, Little in Chesterton. Administratively it sits within Fringford and Heyfords ward and the Banbury constituency.

For families considering a move, OX26 1BA represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. Outside of residential hours, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. At 36 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £503k, up 5.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for OX26 1BA are sourced from Output Area E00144848 (shared with 22 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 OX26 1BA. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age Profile: A mature, mid-life demographic. The population consists largely of established adults in their late thirties and forties.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 504,950

12 sales · Mean £ 524,616

Semi-Detached

£ 402,500

5 sales · Mean £ 392,900

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

OX26 1BA has low crime rates — 10 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 offences7
Anti-social behaviour2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1
Vehicle crime1

school Local Schools

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Chesterton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good169 pupils0.5 km
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Whitelands Academy

Good242 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Red Cow0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bicester2.9 km
  • Bicester Village2.9 km
  • Bicester North3.3 km

Bus Stops

  • The Red Cow0.3 km
  • The Red Cow0.3 km
  • Orchard Rise0.5 km
  • Orchard Rise0.5 km