OX4 1DW is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood located 0.4km from Headington Hill in Oxford. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within St Clement's ward and the Oxford East constituency.
Within the OX4 district, this postcode is characterised by a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. By day, the area transitions to a teachers and carers in metro suburbs character: ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. An average age of 43 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. The area has a notably diverse population — 39% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Oxford.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 48 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for OX4 1DW are sourced from Output Area E00145604 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OX4 1DW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OX4 1DW.
151
43
£ 61,400 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX4 1DW represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
With 55% social renting, OX4 1DW is shaped by council and housing association investment — strong rental availability at below-market rates. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX4 1DW. The average age is 43.4. 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: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX4 1DW has low crime rates — 48 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
East Oxford Primary School
St Michael's CofE Primary School, Oxford City
St Mary and John Church of England Primary School
Comper Foundation Stage School
St Ebbe's Church of England Aided Primary School
Grandpont Nursery School
Cheney School
Larkrise Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Takeaway Shop
23 nearby- Alpha Bar1.0 km
- Moo-Moo's1.0 km
- Mooboo Bubble Tea0.9 km
- Bodrum Kebab0.9 km
- Oxford Kebab House0.8 km
- + 18 more
Restaurant, Cafe
111 nearby- Brown's Cafe1.0 km
- Donburi Inn1.0 km
- Georgina's1.0 km
- Iscream1.0 km
- Taylors Of Oxford1.0 km
- + 106 more
Retailers - Other
40 nearby- Pershore Sea Foods1.0 km
- IL Botanico1.0 km
- The Oxford Wine Company Limited0.9 km
- The Whisky Shop0.9 km
- Whittard Of Chelsea1.0 km
- + 35 more
Pub, NightClub
40 nearby- All Bar One0.9 km
- Frewen Club1.0 km
- St Aldate's Tavern1.0 km
- The House0.9 km
- The Baron0.9 km
- + 35 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Sainsbury's Local0.1 km
- Sainsbury's Local0.5 km
- Seoul Plaza0.3 km
- Tesco1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
5 nearby- Bath Place Hotel0.8 km
- Cherwell Guest House0.6 km
- Coach And Horses0.3 km
- Isis Guest House0.3 km
- Heather House0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oxford1.9 km
- Oxford Parkway6.3 km
- Radley7.2 km
Bus Stops
- St Clements Street0.1 km
- The Plain0.1 km
- The Plain0.2 km
- St Clements Street0.2 km
- The Plain0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OX41DW · Data under Open Government Licence