Postcode Analysis South Oxfordshire, South East

OX49 5DA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OX49 5DA.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

445

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 53,900 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX49 5DA 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10
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8/10
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2/10
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3/10
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4/10
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9/10
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1/10
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6/10
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7/10
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Area Character

No single demographic signal dominates OX49 5DA — age 44, 73% ownership, 9% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

OX49 5DA is a safe, established residential area located 0.7km from Watlington in Watlington (South Oxfordshire). Administratively it sits within Watlington ward and the Henley constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a popular retirement area with older residents and low crime. The 44 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 73% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for OX49 5DA are sourced from Output Area E00146075 (shared with 34 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 OX49 5DA. The average age is 44.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.3%
Asian / British Asian0.9%
Black / African / Caribbean0.5%
Other / Mixed1.4%

Economic Activity

47%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 3%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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

OX49 5DA has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and possession of weapons. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Other theft1
Possession of weapons1
Violence and sexual offences1

school Local Schools

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Watlington Primary School

Outstanding208 pupils0.8 km
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Icknield Community College

Good752 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Calnan Brothers0.7 km
  • Peter Osborne Fine Wines Ltd0.9 km
  • Tutu Delicious Chocolates Ltd0.7 km
  • Watlington Service Station0.7 km
  • Co-operative Retail Services Ltd0.6 km
  • + 2 more
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Restaurant, Cafe

4 nearby
  • Fat Buddha Thai0.6 km
  • House of Spice0.7 km
  • The Granary Cafe0.6 km
  • The Granary Delicatessen0.6 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Taj Watlington0.8 km
  • Kingfisher Fish & Chips0.6 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Spire and Spoke0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Saunderton12.3 km
  • Princes Risborough13.1 km
  • Cholsey14.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Pyrton Turn0.3 km
  • Pyrton Turn0.3 km
  • Love Lane0.4 km
  • Love Lane0.4 km