Postcode Analysis Cherwell, South East

LOWER FARM LANE, OX17 1BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWER FARM LANE, OX17 1BJ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

253

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Avg Age

46

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Avg Income

£ 60,600 /yr

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Employed

54%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX17 1BJ 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.

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9/10
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10/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. OX17 1BJ's low deprivation rank, 99% ownership, and £550k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £550k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending up 51.5% year-on-year.

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

OX17 1BJ is a safe, established residential area on Lower Farm Lane 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 1BJ 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: Prices average £550k, up 51.5% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for OX17 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00145118 (shared with 10 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 OX17 1BJ. 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

White / British98.4%
Asian / British Asian1.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.4%

Economic Activity

54%Active
FT: 37%
Unemployed: 2%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 320,000

5 sales · Mean £ 425,700

Semi-Detached

£ 332,000

1 sales · Mean £ 332,000

Terraced

£ 317,000

1 sales · Mean £ 317,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

OX17 1BJ 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.

Violence and sexual offences10
Other theft2
Vehicle crime2

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Green Man0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Banbury7.2 km
  • Kings Sutton12.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Chestnut Road0.2 km
  • Chestnut Road0.2 km