OX16 1UU is a safe, established residential area on Sage Close in Banbury. Administratively it sits within Banbury Hardwick ward and the Banbury constituency.
For families considering a move, OX16 1UU represents a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. A balanced community with an average age of 38 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £281k, up 63.4% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for OX16 1UU are sourced from Output Area E00169013 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SAGE CLOSE, OX16 1UU House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SAGE CLOSE, OX16 1UU.
320
38
£ 58,800 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX16 1UU 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
OX16 1UU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 38, 76% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice. Property prices are trending up 63.4% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX16 1UU. The average age is 38.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Terraced
£ 237,000
11 sales · Mean £ 234,590
Semi-Detached
£ 269,000
10 sales · Mean £ 275,800
Flat
£ 190,000
7 sales · Mean £ 195,785
Detached
£ 328,000
7 sales · Mean £ 388,142
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX16 1UU has low crime rates — 18 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
Hardwick Primary School
Hanwell Fields Community School
North Oxfordshire Academy
Hill View Primary School
William Morris Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Barley Mow0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Midcounties Co-operative0.9 km
- Midcounties Co-operative0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Subway0.9 km
- Turkish Anchor Ltd0.9 km
- Jemz fish kebab burgers0.9 km
- Tran Fish & Chips0.6 km
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- Megha Wines0.6 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Purple Mango0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Banbury3.0 km
- Kings Sutton8.6 km
- Heyford18.3 km
Bus Stops
- Parsley Place0.1 km
- Parsley Place0.1 km
- Sage Close DEL0.1 km
- Meadowsweet Way HAR DEL0.2 km
- Winter Gardens Way HAR DEL0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: OX161UU · Data under Open Government Licence