Postcode Analysis Cherwell, South East

YARNTON COURT, OX5 1AU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YARNTON COURT, OX5 1AU.

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Population

261

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Avg Age

44

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Avg Income

£ 57,400 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX5 1AU is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. OX5 1AU spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending down 18.1% year-on-year.

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

OX5 1AU is a safe, established residential area on Yarnton Court, 0.3km from Kidlington in Kidlington. Administratively it sits within Kidlington East ward and the Oxford West and Abingdon constituency.

For families considering a move, OX5 1AU represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 74% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £262k, down 18.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for OX5 1AU are sourced from Output Area E00145187 (shared with 4 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 OX5 1AU. The average age is 43.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.3%
Asian / British Asian5.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.4%
Other / Mixed6.5%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

£ 262,500

10 sales · Mean £ 258,900

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

OX5 1AU has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences45
Criminal damage and arson15
Anti-social behaviour12
Shoplifting12
Public order12

school Local Schools

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St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Kidlington

Good200 pupils0.6 km
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West Kidlington Primary and Nursery School

Good337 pupils0.6 km
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North Kidlington Primary School

Good298 pupils0.6 km
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Gosford Hill School

Good798 pupils0.8 km
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Edward Feild Primary School

Good299 pupils1.0 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Grovelands Convenience Stores0.2 km
  • Red Lion0.4 km
  • Stanley's Sweets and Treats0.5 km
  • Tesco Stores Ltd0.5 km
  • Card Factory0.5 km
  • + 2 more
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Black Bull0.4 km
  • The Kings Arms0.9 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Ovisher Restaurant0.4 km
  • Oxford House Cafe0.5 km
  • Six Bells0.9 km
  • TULASI0.5 km
  • Whizzkidz (Thame) Ltd0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Midcounties Co-operative0.3 km
  • Co-op Supermarket0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

7 nearby
  • Albert Fish And Chips0.5 km
  • Kidlington Kebab & Cafe0.4 km
  • Off The Hook0.4 km
  • The Star Chinese Takeaway0.4 km
  • Dominos Pizza0.5 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oxford Parkway2.0 km
  • Islip3.6 km
  • Hanborough5.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Broad Close0.1 km
  • Treeground Place0.1 km
  • Treeground Place0.2 km
  • Broad Close0.2 km
  • Exeter Hall0.2 km