OX3 0AY is a sought-after residential area on Copse Lane, 0.8km from Headington in Oxford. Administratively it sits within Headington Hill & Northway ward and the Oxford East constituency.
The people who live in OX3 0AY are typical of 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. Outside of residential hours, ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. At 35 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. The area has a notably diverse population — 43% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Oxford.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £665k.
Census 2021 statistics for OX3 0AY are sourced from Output Area E00145388 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
COPSE LANE, OX3 0AY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COPSE LANE, OX3 0AY.
344
35
£ 74,400 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX3 0AY 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. OX3 0AY spans multiple life stages — average age 35, 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 OX3 0AY. The average age is 35.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A mid-life demographic with high rental density. The population consists largely of working adults in their thirties and forties renting their homes.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 665,000
1 sales · Mean £ 665,000
Semi-Detached
£ 374,500
2 sales · Mean £ 374,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX3 0AY has low crime rates — 28 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
New Marston Primary School
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Oxford
St Nicholas' Primary and Nursery School
Oxfordshire Hospital School
The Swan School
Meadowbrook College
St Michael's CofE Primary School, Oxford City
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Oxford
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Rosies0.3 km
- Thejus Foods0.3 km
- W H Smith0.8 km
- WH Smith0.8 km
- Wine Palace0.3 km
- + 3 more
Pub, NightClub
5 nearby- Marston Royal British Legion0.6 km
- Northway Social Club0.2 km
- Oxford City Football Club0.3 km
- OXSRAD Ltd0.3 km
- The Red Lion0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Belota Cafe0.8 km
- League Of Friends Cafe Level 20.8 km
- LG1 West Wing League Of Friends0.8 km
- Marks & Spencer Cafe0.8 km
- Northway Together CIC Community Café0.2 km
- + 5 more
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.8 km
- The Co-operative0.3 km
- The Co-operative0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Chosen Bun0.4 km
- Mediterranean Fish Bar0.3 km
- Northway Pizza0.3 km
- Pizza Hut0.3 km
- Papa John's0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oxford3.4 km
- Oxford Parkway5.1 km
- Islip6.4 km
Bus Stops
- Brookfield Crescent0.1 km
- Copse Lane East0.1 km
- Derwent Avenue East0.1 km
- Derwent Avenue West0.2 km
- Ambleside Drive North0.2 km
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: OX30AY · Data under Open Government Licence