OX13 5BH is a sought-after residential area on Wheelwright Cottages, 0.3km from Southmoor in Kingston Bagpuize. Administratively it sits within Kingston Bagpuize ward and the Wantage constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in OX13, OX13 5BH offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. An average age of 36 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 63% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. Employment levels are high (47% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 19 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £380k, down 4.3% 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 OX13 5BH are sourced from Output Area E00185955 (shared with 11 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
WHEELWRIGHT COTTAGES, OX13 5BH House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WHEELWRIGHT COTTAGES, OX13 5BH.
214
36
£ 66,300 /yr
60%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX13 5BH 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, OX13 5BH combines high owner-occupation (63%), strong property values (£380k 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 down 4.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX13 5BH. The average age is 36.5. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 277,500
8 sales · Mean £ 244,500
Detached
£ 910,000
2 sales · Mean £ 910,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX13 5BH has low crime rates — 19 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
John Blandy Primary School
Longworth Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- One Stop0.1 km
- The Midcounties Co-operative0.3 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Munch @ The Log Cabin0.1 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Waggon & Horses0.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Radley13.0 km
- Culham13.6 km
- Appleford13.6 km
Bus Stops
- Beggars Lane0.2 km
- Beggars Lane0.2 km
- Latton Close0.3 km
- Latton Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: OX135BH · Data under Open Government Licence