Postcode Analysis Vale of White Horse, South East

LIME ROAD, OX2 9EQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LIME ROAD, OX2 9EQ.

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Population

369

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Avg Age

40

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Avg Income

£ 65,800 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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9/10
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9/10
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2/10
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9/10
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8/10
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10/10
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5/10
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7/10
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3/10
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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.

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

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.

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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

White / British80.1%
Asian / British Asian7.8%
Black / African / Caribbean3.2%
Other / Mixed8.9%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

Violence and sexual offences10
Anti-social behaviour3
Other theft3
Public order3
Vehicle crime2

school Local Schools

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Matthew Arnold School

Good1320 pupils0.4 km
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North Hinksey Church of England Primary School

Good206 pupils0.9 km
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Botley School

Inadequate326 pupils1.1 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Seacourt Bridge0.9 km
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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
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.9 km
  • Iceland0.9 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Aryzay0.9 km
  • Harrisons Fish & Chip Co.0.9 km
  • Lucky House0.5 km
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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