OX16 9HF is a sought-after residential area on Sycamore Drive, 0.6km from Bodicote in Banbury. Administratively it sits within Banbury Calthorpe and Easington ward and the Banbury constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in OX16, OX16 9HF offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The 59 average age marks this as a deeply established neighbourhood — expect quiet streets, long-term homeowners, and strong community continuity. 86% 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: Average house prices are around £364k, down 19.9% 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 OX16 9HF are sourced from Output Area E00144874 (shared with 8 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SYCAMORE DRIVE, OX16 9HF House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SYCAMORE DRIVE, OX16 9HF.
235
59
£ 50,600 /yr
38%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX16 9HF represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
Average age 59, 86% owned. OX16 9HF is quintessential settled, mature residential territory — long-term residents, quiet streets, minimal rental churn. Low crime reinforces the quiet, established character — £364k reflects the demand. Property prices are trending down 19.9% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX16 9HF. The average age is 58.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 313,250
4 sales · Mean £ 316,000
Detached
£ 370,000
7 sales · Mean £ 364,278
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX16 9HF 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
Bishop Loveday Church of England Primary School
Blessed George Napier Catholic School and Sixth Form
St John's Catholic Primary School
The Grange Community Primary School
Longford Park Primary School
Wykham Park
Futures Institute Banbury
Harriers Banbury Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Banbury Tea Room Limited1.0 km
- Cotswold Dining t/a Farm & Table0.7 km
- Spice Room0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- The Co-op0.7 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Q Fish - Chatsworth0.7 km
- Wai Lam House0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- The Plough Inn0.8 km
- The Chatsworth0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Banbury2.0 km
- Kings Sutton4.5 km
- Heyford14.1 km
Bus Stops
- Laurel Close0.0 km
- Laurel Close0.0 km
- Willow Road0.2 km
- Willow Road0.2 km
- Mayfield Road0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: OX169HF · Data under Open Government Licence