Postcode Analysis Oxford, South East

HARBERTON MEAD, OX3 0DB House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARBERTON MEAD, OX3 0DB.

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Population

834

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Avg Age

25

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Avg Income

£ 74,400 /yr

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Employed

10%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. 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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7/10
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5/10
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1/10
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4/10
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4/10
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5/10
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10/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, OX3 0DB combines high owner-occupation (94%), strong property values (£1.9M median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £1.9M prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 6.7% year-on-year.

home £1,937,500 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

OX3 0DB is a sought-after residential area on Harberton Mead, 0.9km from Marston, New in Oxford. Administratively it sits within Headington Hill & Northway ward and the Oxford East constituency.

For serious buyers, OX3 0DB is a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of just 25, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability. 94% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.9M, up 6.7% 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 OX3 0DB are sourced from Output Area E00185910 (shared with 8 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 0DB. The average age is 24.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British84.0%
Asian / British Asian8.1%
Black / African / Caribbean3.1%
Other / Mixed4.8%

Economic Activity

10%Active
FT: 7%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: Characterized by young property owners. A vibrant neighborhood where early-career professionals are getting on the housing ladder.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 2,000,000

5 sales · Mean £ 2,106,000

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

OX3 0DB has low crime rates — 19 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 offences37
Other theft17
Public order10
Anti-social behaviour6
Vehicle crime4

school Local Schools

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Oxford

Good394 pupils0.3 km
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St Michael's CofE Primary School, Oxford City

Good193 pupils0.6 km
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New Marston Primary School

Good328 pupils0.8 km
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Cheney School

Good1622 pupils1.1 km
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St Nicholas' Primary and Nursery School

Good408 pupils1.3 km
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Oxfordshire Hospital School

Outstanding0 pupils1.3 km
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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Oxford

Good240 pupils1.4 km
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Meadowbrook College

Good15 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

13 nearby
  • Manor Road Cafe0.9 km
  • Barefoot Cake Hole0.6 km
  • Belota Cafe0.7 km
  • League Of Friends Cafe Level 20.7 km
  • LG1 West Wing League Of Friends0.7 km
  • + 8 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Up In Arms0.6 km
  • Marston Royal British Legion0.4 km
  • Northway Social Club0.9 km
  • The White Horse0.8 km
  • Magdalen College Sports Pavillion0.8 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

10 nearby
  • Gather & Gather By CH&CO Catering Ltd - Co-Op Retail Store0.9 km
  • Grays Road Stores - General Stores And Newsagent0.9 km
  • Rosies0.9 km
  • Thejus Foods0.9 km
  • W H Smith0.7 km
  • + 5 more
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • Pickwicks Guest House0.8 km
  • Red Mullions Guest House0.9 km
  • The Dial Guest House0.9 km
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.7 km
  • The Co-operative0.7 km
  • The Co-operative0.7 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Chosen Bun0.7 km
  • Mediterranean Fish Bar0.7 km
  • Northway Pizza0.9 km
  • Pizza Hut0.7 km
  • Papa John's0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oxford3.0 km
  • Oxford Parkway5.7 km
  • Islip7.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Snowdon Mede0.3 km
  • Snowdon Mede0.4 km
  • Franklin Road bus shelter0.4 km
  • Franklin Road bus shelter0.4 km
  • Fortnam Close0.4 km