OX39 4AW is a sought-after residential area on Old Sawmill Place, 0.4km from Chinnor in Chinnor. Administratively it sits within Chinnor ward and the Henley constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in OX39, OX39 4AW offers a classic working-class terrace area — densely packed streets, low ethnic diversity. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 76% 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 23 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £214k.
Census 2021 statistics for OX39 4AW are sourced from Output Area E00145752 (shared with 19 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OLD SAWMILL PLACE, OX39 4AW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OLD SAWMILL PLACE, OX39 4AW.
441
38
£ 59,900 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. OX39 4AW spans multiple life stages — average age 38, 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 OX39 4AW. The average age is 37.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
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
Flat
£ 256,500
8 sales · Mean £ 231,000
Terraced
£ 150,000
1 sales · Mean £ 150,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX39 4AW has low crime rates — 23 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
St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Chinnor
Mill Lane Community Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Charlies Butchers of Chinnor0.3 km
- Chinnor Post Office0.4 km
- GODWINS BAKERY0.3 km
- Lloyds Pharmacy0.3 km
- MPS Chinnor Convenience Store0.8 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Red Lion0.7 km
- The Wheatsheaf0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Bipuls Kitchen0.8 km
- Cob Cottage Cafe0.5 km
- Duo Chef's0.4 km
- Millie's Deli0.7 km
- The Village Centre0.5 km
- + 2 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Golden Chopsticks0.8 km
- Kingston Fisheries0.8 km
- Top Mandarin Chef0.6 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Cooperative Foodstore0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Princes Risborough4.8 km
- Saunderton6.2 km
- Monks Risborough6.7 km
Bus Stops
- Meadow Road0.1 km
- Meadow Road0.1 km
- Chinnor Railway Station0.2 km
- Chinnor Railway Station0.2 km
- Chinnor Area Pick Up Zone0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OX394AW · Data under Open Government Licence