Postcode Analysis South Oxfordshire, South East

DOVELEAT, OX39 4DW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for DOVELEAT, OX39 4DW.

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Population

522

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Avg Age

45

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Avg Income

£ 59,900 /yr

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Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX39 4DW 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.

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9/10
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7/10
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5/10
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2/10
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9/10
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3/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. OX39 4DW's low deprivation rank, 82% ownership, and £482k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 10.0% year-on-year.

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

OX39 4DW is a sought-after residential area on Doveleat, 0.5km from Chinnor in Chinnor. Administratively it sits within Chinnor ward and the Henley constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in OX39, OX39 4DW offers a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 45 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 82% 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 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £482k, up 10.0% 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 OX39 4DW are sourced from Output Area E00145756 (shared with 21 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 OX39 4DW. The average age is 45.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.6%
Asian / British Asian2.5%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 1%
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Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 460,000

8 sales · Mean £ 460,237

Semi-Detached

£ 368,000

1 sales · Mean £ 368,000

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

OX39 4DW has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences6
Public order3
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime2
Shoplifting1

school Local Schools

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St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Chinnor

Outstanding412 pupils0.5 km
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Mill Lane Community Primary School

Good234 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Charlies Butchers of Chinnor0.5 km
  • Chinnor Post Office0.5 km
  • GODWINS BAKERY0.5 km
  • Lloyds Pharmacy0.5 km
  • MPS Chinnor Convenience Store0.5 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Red Lion0.1 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Bipuls Kitchen0.2 km
  • Cob Cottage Cafe0.5 km
  • Duo Chef's0.5 km
  • Millie's Deli0.5 km
  • The Village Centre0.2 km
  • + 2 more
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Golden Chopsticks0.2 km
  • Kingston Fisheries0.2 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Cooperative Foodstore0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Princes Risborough4.5 km
  • Monks Risborough6.2 km
  • Saunderton6.5 km

Bus Stops

  • Elderdene0.1 km
  • The Red Lion0.1 km
  • Elderdene0.1 km
  • The Red Lion0.1 km
  • Springfield Gardens0.3 km