OX5 1BS is a sought-after residential area on Morton Avenue, 0.4km from Kidlington in Kidlington. Administratively it sits within Kidlington East ward and the Oxford West and Abingdon constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in OX5, OX5 1BS offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. At 45 years average, the community has a secure, family-first character — valued for its stability, low turnover, and strong local identity. 83% 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 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £479k, up 119.7% 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 OX5 1BS are sourced from Output Area E00145188 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
MORTON AVENUE, OX5 1BS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for MORTON AVENUE, OX5 1BS.
298
45
£ 59,600 /yr
51%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX5 1BS 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, OX5 1BS combines high owner-occupation (83%), strong property values (£479k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 119.7% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX5 1BS. The average age is 45.3. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 375,000
9 sales · Mean £ 338,706
Flat
£ 999,999
1 sales · Mean £ 999,999
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX5 1BS has low crime rates — 19 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.
school Local Schools
St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Kidlington
West Kidlington Primary and Nursery School
Gosford Hill School
North Kidlington Primary School
Edward Feild Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- Grovelands Convenience Stores0.3 km
- Red Lion0.6 km
- Stanley's Sweets and Treats0.7 km
- Tesco Stores Ltd0.7 km
- Card Factory0.7 km
- + 2 more
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Black Bull0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Ovisher Restaurant0.5 km
- Oxford House Cafe0.4 km
- Six Bells0.9 km
- TULASI0.7 km
- Whizzkidz (Thame) Ltd0.5 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Midcounties Co-operative0.3 km
- Co-op Supermarket0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Albert Fish And Chips0.7 km
- Kidlington Kebab & Cafe0.6 km
- Off The Hook0.5 km
- The Star Chinese Takeaway0.6 km
- Dominos Pizza0.7 km
- + 2 more
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oxford Parkway1.8 km
- Islip3.6 km
- Hanborough5.9 km
Bus Stops
- Broad Close0.1 km
- Broad Close0.1 km
- Yarnton Road HAR DEL0.2 km
- Morton Avenue HAR DEL0.2 km
- Treeground Place0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OX51BS · Data under Open Government Licence