OX2 6GE is a sought-after residential area located 0.4km from Walton Manor in Oxford. Administratively it sits within Walton Manor ward and the Oxford West and Abingdon constituency.
For renters and young professionals, OX2 6GE offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. Outside of residential hours, big city services, with accommodation and food. At 43 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 55% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 OX2 6GE are sourced from Output Area E00172559 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OX2 6GE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OX2 6GE.
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43
£ 50,300 /yr
45%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX2 6GE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. OX2 6GE spans multiple life stages — average age 43, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX2 6GE. The average age is 42.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX2 6GE has low crime rates — 31 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Barnabas' Church of England Aided Primary School
St Aloysius' Catholic Primary School
St Philip and James' Church of England Aided Primary School Oxford
West Oxford Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
21 nearby- 2 North Parade Stores0.7 km
- K's News Hub0.7 km
- Branca Food0.3 km
- Demijohn0.7 km
- Jericho Cheese Company0.7 km
- + 16 more
Pub, NightClub
22 nearby- The Gardeners Arms0.7 km
- The Rose And Crown0.7 km
- Angels Cocktail Bar0.7 km
- Jude The Obscure0.3 km
- Love Jericho0.6 km
- + 17 more
Restaurant, Cafe
47 nearby- Viny's Cafe0.7 km
- Al-Andalus0.7 km
- Ashmolean Rooftop Restaurant And Cafe1.0 km
- Bardias0.7 km
- Branca Restaurant0.3 km
- + 42 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- The Co-operative0.6 km
- The Co-operative0.4 km
- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
6 nearby- Koto0.3 km
- Kowloon House0.3 km
- Najar's Place0.9 km
- RG0.9 km
- Taylors0.8 km
- + 1 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oxford0.9 km
- Oxford Parkway4.7 km
- Islip7.5 km
Bus Stops
- Victoria Arms0.2 km
- Victoria Arms0.2 km
- Tackley Place0.3 km
- Cranham Street0.3 km
- Allam Street0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: OX26GE · Data under Open Government Licence