Postcode Analysis Oxford, South East

OX2 7WP House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OX2 7WP.

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Population

378

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 74,000 /yr

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Employed

66%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX2 7WP 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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8/10
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10/10
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5/10
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4/10
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10/10
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9/10
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6/10
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4/10
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6/10
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Area Character

OX2 7WP is an established family neighbourhood — 54% owner-occupation and an average age of 35 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

OX2 7WP is a sought-after residential area located 0.6km from Marston, New in Oxford. Administratively it sits within Marston ward and the Oxford East constituency.

For renters and young professionals, OX2 7WP offers members of this subgroup have a higher probability than other subgroups of being born in the eu, and of holding degree level qualifications. neighbourhood populations are relatively young, with low proportions above normal retirement age, and have the lowest levels of long-term disability in the group. During the day, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. A balanced community with an average age of 35 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 43% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 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 7WP are sourced from Output Area E00185995 (shared with 9 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 OX2 7WP. The average age is 35.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British79.0%
Asian / British Asian12.5%
Black / African / Caribbean4.3%
Other / Mixed4.3%

Economic Activity

66%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 7%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

OX2 7WP has low crime rates — 18 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 offences35
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order5
Other theft3
Vehicle crime3

school Local Schools

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Meadowbrook College

Good15 pupils0.0 km
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The Swan School

436 pupils0.0 km
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St Nicholas' Primary and Nursery School

Good408 pupils0.1 km
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Oxfordshire Hospital School

Outstanding0 pupils0.1 km
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New Marston Primary School

Good328 pupils0.9 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Oxford

Good394 pupils1.2 km
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St Michael's CofE Primary School, Oxford City

Good193 pupils1.4 km
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The Cherwell School

Outstanding2062 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Manor Road Cafe0.5 km
  • Cherwell Boathouse Restaurant1.0 km
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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Salford Stores0.3 km
  • Costcutter And Post Office0.7 km
  • MFG Cherwell0.7 km
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Pub, NightClub

5 nearby
  • The Red Lion0.3 km
  • Marston Royal British Legion1.0 km
  • Victoria Arms0.8 km
  • Oxford City Football Club0.7 km
  • OXSRAD Ltd0.7 km
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • The Co-operative0.7 km
  • The Co-operative0.7 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Chosen Bun0.7 km
  • Mediterranean Fish Bar0.8 km
  • Pizza Hut0.7 km
  • Papa John's0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oxford2.9 km
  • Oxford Parkway4.3 km
  • Islip6.0 km

Bus Stops

  • St Nicholas School0.3 km
  • St Nicholas School0.3 km
  • Old Marston Library0.3 km
  • Old Marston Library0.3 km
  • Cherwell Drive0.3 km