OX28 1AR is a sought-after residential area located 0.7km from Newland in Witney. Administratively it sits within Witney East ward and the Witney constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in OX28, OX28 1AR offers a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. Outside of residential hours, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. At 33 years average, this is a working-age, professionally active neighbourhood with good transport links and a dynamic social mix. 61% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 17 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 OX28 1AR are sourced from Output Area E00169086 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OX28 1AR House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OX28 1AR.
357
33
£ 55,300 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX28 1AR is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. OX28 1AR's low deprivation rank, 61% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX28 1AR. The average age is 33.3. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX28 1AR has low crime rates — 17 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Madley Brook Community Primary School
Springfield School
Wood Green School
The Blake Church of England Primary School
Witney Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Three Pigeons0.8 km
- The Griffin0.8 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Co-Op0.1 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Domino's Pizza0.1 km
- New Peking Express0.1 km
- The Harbour0.1 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- The Cake Bakerie0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Cambodian Cuisine0.8 km
- Witney Mills Cricket Club0.8 km
- Madley Park Community Cafe0.2 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Finstock6.7 km
- Combe6.8 km
- Hanborough7.4 km
Bus Stops
- Co-op0.2 km
- Cedar Drive0.2 km
- Cedar Drive0.2 km
- The Bridge0.2 km
- Waterford Road H&R0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: OX281AR · Data under Open Government Licence