Is OX17 1BX a safe place to live?

Yes, OX17 1BX is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 33 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in OX17 1BX?

The average property price in OX17 1BX is currently around £492k.

What is the population of OX17 1BX?

The population for the OX17 1BX area is approximately 333 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Stratford-on-Avon, West Midlands

CHURCH HILL, OX17 1BX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHURCH HILL, OX17 1BX.

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Population

333

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 51,400 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX17 1BX 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10

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8/10

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1/10

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3/10

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4/10

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9/10

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1/10

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8/10

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7/10

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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, OX17 1BX combines high owner-occupation (83%), strong property values (£492k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £492k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold. Property prices are trending down 3.4% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

OX17 1BX is a safe, established residential area on Church Hill, 0.0km from Warmington in Warmington (Stratford-on-Avon). Administratively it sits within Bishop's Itchington ward and the Kenilworth and Southam constituency.

For serious buyers, OX17 1BX is a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 83% 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 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £492k, down 3.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for OX17 1BX are sourced from Output Area E00159023 (shared with 22 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 1BX. The average age is 47.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.5%

Asian / British Asian0.9%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed0.6%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 31%

Unemployed: 3%

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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

Semi-Detached

£ 492,500

2 sales · Mean £ 492,500

Detached

£ 510,000

1 sales · Mean £ 510,000

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

OX17 1BX has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour2

Other theft2

Burglary2

Violence and sexual offences2

Public order1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby

The Plough0.0 km

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby

Carpenters Farm Shop And Butchers0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Banbury8.7 km
Kings Sutton14.3 km

Bus Stops

Plough0.1 km
Plough0.1 km
School Lane0.3 km
School Lane0.3 km