Is OX7 3AW a safe place to live?

Yes, OX7 3AW is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 7 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of OX7 3AW?

The population for the OX7 3AW area is approximately 279 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis West Oxfordshire, South East

OX7 3AW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OX7 3AW.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

279

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 54,700 /yr

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Employed

46%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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8/10

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1/10

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4/10

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4/10

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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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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. OX7 3AW's low deprivation rank, 60% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

OX7 3AW is a sought-after residential area within the OX7 district of West Oxfordshire. Administratively it sits within Charlbury and Finstock ward and the Witney constituency.

For serious buyers, OX7 3AW is a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. A balanced community with an average age of 44 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. 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 OX7 3AW are sourced from Output Area E00146589 (shared with 31 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 OX7 3AW. The average age is 43.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.6%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean1.1%

Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

46%Active

FT: 28%

Unemployed: 2%

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Area Vibe: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

OX7 3AW has low crime rates — 7 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are drugs. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Finstock Church of England Primary School

Good43 pupils1.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Finstock0.2 km
Charlbury2.5 km
Combe5.8 km

Bus Stops

Finstock Rail Station0.2 km
Finstock Rail Station0.2 km
Fawler Lane0.2 km
Fawler Lane0.2 km
Finstock Station0.2 km