Postcode Analysis West Oxfordshire, South East

ELMHURST WAY, OX18 1BW House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ELMHURST WAY, OX18 1BW.

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

514

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Avg Age

31

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Avg Income

£ 65,700 /yr

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Employed

50%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX18 1BW 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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8/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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5/10
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8/10
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3/10
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7/10
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7/10
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Area Character

OX18 1BW is a mixed residential postcode — average age 31, 80% 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 5.8% year-on-year.

home £355,615 median price shield Safety 8/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

OX18 1BW is a sought-after residential area on Elmhurst Way, 1.1km from Shilton in Carterton. Administratively it sits within Carterton North West ward and the Witney constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in OX18, OX18 1BW offers a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 80% 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 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £355k, up 5.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for OX18 1BW are sourced from Output Area E00185990 (shared with 16 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 OX18 1BW. The average age is 31.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.1%
Asian / British Asian1.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.8%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

50%Active
FT: 38%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A highly stable neighborhood of property owners. The average age points to mid-career individuals heavily invested in the local area.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 314,995

15 sales · Mean £ 321,592

Detached

£ 418,000

13 sales · Mean £ 417,316

Flat

£ 104,500

2 sales · Mean £ 104,500

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

OX18 1BW has low crime rates — 22 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.

Violence and sexual offences41
Anti-social behaviour10
Criminal damage and arson6
Public order4
Other theft4

school Local Schools

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Carterton Community College

Good588 pupils0.9 km
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St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School

Outstanding457 pupils0.9 km
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Carterton Primary School

Requires Improvement304 pupils1.2 km
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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Carterton

Requires Improvement83 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Hoofs0.9 km
  • The Harbour - Fish And Chips0.9 km
  • Peking Express0.9 km
  • Soross0.9 km
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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • Carterton Food Angels0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Carterton Squash Club0.2 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Carterton Community Centre0.8 km
  • Carterton Football Club0.2 km
  • Crocodiles Of The World - Croc Cafe1.0 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Co-op0.9 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Shipton10.3 km
  • Ascott-Under-Wychwood10.7 km
  • Finstock12.5 km

Bus Stops

  • West Elmhurst Way HaR0.1 km
  • Swinbrook Road North HAR DEL0.1 km
  • Empire Drive0.2 km
  • Shillbrook Avenue DEL0.2 km
  • Mid Elmhurst Way HAR DEL0.2 km