Postcode Analysis Cherwell, South East

CHEPSTOW DRIVE, OX26 1DQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHEPSTOW DRIVE, OX26 1DQ.

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Population

473

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Avg Age

29

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Avg Income

£ 67,000 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX26 1DQ 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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6/10
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8/10
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4/10
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9/10
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9/10
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9/10
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7/10
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5/10
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8/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. OX26 1DQ spans multiple life stages — average age 29, moderate ownership and renting. £151k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

OX26 1DQ is a safe, established residential area on Chepstow Drive, 1.1km from Highfield in Bicester. Administratively it sits within Bicester South and Ambrosden ward and the Banbury constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The community skews young professional (average age 29) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £151k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.

Census 2021 statistics for OX26 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00185895 (shared with 5 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 1DQ. The average age is 29.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British72.4%
Asian / British Asian15.0%
Black / African / Caribbean4.3%
Other / Mixed8.3%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 2%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and energetic. The demographic is characterized by a high concentration of young adults and early-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 203,850

2 sales · Mean £ 203,850

Flat

£ 264,995

1 sales · Mean £ 264,995

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

OX26 1DQ has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences42
Shoplifting35
Anti-social behaviour15
Other theft10
Vehicle crime9

school Local Schools

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St Edburg's Church of England (VA) School

Good434 pupils0.7 km
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Whitelands Academy

Good242 pupils0.8 km
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The Bicester School

Good1295 pupils1.1 km
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Chesterton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good169 pupils1.1 km
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King's Meadow Primary School

Good447 pupils1.2 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bicester

Good229 pupils1.3 km
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Brookside Primary School

Good317 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • The Midcounties Co-operative0.4 km
  • Village Super Limited0.8 km
  • Morrisons Daily0.8 km
  • Bicester Service Station0.9 km
  • Boots0.8 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Grand Village Imperial0.8 km
  • Tapas Hermanos0.6 km
  • Burger King0.9 km
  • Costa Coffee At Next0.8 km
  • Starbucks0.9 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Dominos Pizza0.4 km
  • Two Sisters Chip Shop0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bicester1.5 km
  • Bicester Village1.8 km
  • Bicester North1.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Chepstow Drive0.1 km
  • Whitelands Way North0.1 km
  • Whitelands Way North0.2 km
  • Primary School0.3 km
  • Primary School0.4 km