OX2 9EQ is a sought-after residential area on Lime Road, 0.4km from Yarnell's Hill in Oxford. Administratively it sits within Botley & Sunningwell ward and the Oxford West and Abingdon constituency.
For serious buyers, OX2 9EQ is a diverse outer suburb with a large South Asian community, settled families. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The 40 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 80% 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 5 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £450k, down 12.2% year-on-year. 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 9EQ are sourced from Output Area E00146388 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
LIME ROAD, OX2 9EQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LIME ROAD, OX2 9EQ.
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40
£ 65,800 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX2 9EQ 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.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, OX2 9EQ combines high owner-occupation (80%), strong property values (£450k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 12.2% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX2 9EQ. The average age is 40.2. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 390,000
10 sales · Mean £ 395,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX2 9EQ has low crime rates — 5 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.
school Local Schools
Matthew Arnold School
North Hinksey Church of England Primary School
Botley School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Seacourt Bridge0.9 km
Restaurant, Cafe
5 nearby- Botley Luncheon Club0.9 km
- LOOMSBURY UK LIMITED1.0 km
- Dosa Park0.9 km
- Missing Bean0.9 km
- Thyme Restaurant0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco Express0.9 km
- Iceland0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Aryzay0.9 km
- Harrisons Fish & Chip Co.0.9 km
- Lucky House0.5 km
Retailers - Other
4 nearby- Hedges Butchers0.9 km
- McColl's0.9 km
- Midcounties Cooperative0.9 km
- Taylors0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oxford2.2 km
- Oxford Parkway7.0 km
- Radley7.5 km
Bus Stops
- Lime Road0.1 km
- Cedar Road0.1 km
- Laburnum Road Shops0.4 km
- Matthew Arnold School0.4 km
- Matthew Arnold School0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: OX29EQ · Data under Open Government Licence