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.
HARBERTON MEAD, OX3 0DB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARBERTON MEAD, OX3 0DB.
834
25
£ 74,400 /yr
10%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Oxford
St Michael's CofE Primary School, Oxford City
New Marston Primary School
Cheney School
St Nicholas' Primary and Nursery School
Oxfordshire Hospital School
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Oxford
Meadowbrook College
storefront Nearby Amenities
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
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
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
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
3 nearby- Pickwicks Guest House0.8 km
- Red Mullions Guest House0.9 km
- The Dial Guest House0.9 km
Supermarkets
3 nearby- Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.7 km
- The Co-operative0.7 km
- The Co-operative0.7 km
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
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Postcode Profile: OX30DB · Data under Open Government Licence