OX17 1BE is a safe, established residential area on The Holt in Mollington (Cherwell). Administratively it sits within Cropredy, Sibfords and Wroxton ward and the Banbury constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in OX17, OX17 1BE offers a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. Outside of residential hours, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 46 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 99% 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 27 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £361k.
Census 2021 statistics for OX17 1BE are sourced from Output Area E00145118 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
THE HOLT, OX17 1BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for THE HOLT, OX17 1BE.
253
46
£ 60,600 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX17 1BE 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. OX17 1BE spans multiple life stages — average age 46, moderate ownership and renting. £361k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX17 1BE. The average age is 45.5. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 295,500
2 sales · Mean £ 295,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX17 1BE has low crime rates — 27 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The Green Man0.3 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Banbury7.2 km
- Kings Sutton12.6 km
Bus Stops
- Chestnut Road0.1 km
- Chestnut Road0.1 km
- Mollington Turn0.5 km
- Mollington Turn DEL0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: OX171BE · Data under Open Government Licence