Postcode Analysis Oxford, South East

OX3 0BY House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OX3 0BY.

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Population

430

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Avg Age

26

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Avg Income

£ 74,400 /yr

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Employed

20%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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8/10
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4/10
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7/10
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3/10
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10/10
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6/10
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6/10
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3/10
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6/10
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Area Character

OX3 0BY is a student and graduate zone — average age 26, 55% private renting, and the high-energy, high-turnover character of a university-adjacent neighbourhood. Low crime and budget prices are a strong draw for students and early-career renters.

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

OX3 0BY is a sought-after residential area located 1.1km from Headington in Oxford. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Headington Hill & Northway ward and the Oxford East constituency.

This is a university campus area — mostly students in halls, very high turnover. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. It has a young, student-heavy population (average age 26) — lively, but with high tenant turnover. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Oxford.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 10 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 OX3 0BY are sourced from Output Area E00185866 (shared with 49 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 OX3 0BY. The average age is 26.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British65.8%
Asian / British Asian20.4%
Black / African / Caribbean5.9%
Other / Mixed8.0%

Economic Activity

20%Active
FT: 17%
Unemployed: 0%
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Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.

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

OX3 0BY has low crime rates — 10 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.

Violence and sexual offences20
Other theft14
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order4
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Oxford

Good394 pupils0.5 km
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St Michael's CofE Primary School, Oxford City

Good193 pupils0.7 km
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Cheney School

Good1622 pupils0.8 km
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New Marston Primary School

Good328 pupils1.0 km
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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Oxford

Good240 pupils1.1 km
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Windmill Primary School

Outstanding629 pupils1.3 km
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East Oxford Primary School

Good275 pupils1.4 km
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Oxfordshire Hospital School

Outstanding0 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

14 nearby
  • Medina Foods Market0.9 km
  • Up And Running0.9 km
  • Costcutter And Post Office1.0 km
  • MFG Cherwell1.0 km
  • Boots UK Ltd0.9 km
  • + 9 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

22 nearby
  • Coco Noir0.9 km
  • Heavenly Desserts0.9 km
  • Rio's Piri Piri0.9 km
  • Starbucks0.9 km
  • Barefoot Cake Hole0.7 km
  • + 17 more
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Supermarkets

6 nearby
  • Iceland1.0 km
  • The Co-operative1.0 km
  • Sainsbury's0.9 km
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.6 km
  • + 1 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Pizza Hut1.0 km
  • Papa John's1.0 km
  • Chosen Bun1.0 km
  • Mediterranean Fish Bar1.0 km
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Pub, NightClub

8 nearby
  • The Up In Arms0.7 km
  • The Royal Standard0.9 km
  • The White Horse0.5 km
  • Magdalen College Sports Pavillion0.8 km
  • Trinity College Sports Pavillion0.8 km
  • + 3 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • The Dial Guest House0.6 km
  • Pickwicks Guest House0.5 km
  • Red Mullions Guest House0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oxford3.1 km
  • Oxford Parkway6.0 km
  • Islip7.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Franklin Road bus shelter0.1 km
  • Franklin Road bus shelter0.1 km
  • Fortnam Close0.2 km
  • Fortnam Close0.2 km
  • Headington School0.4 km