OX26 1BD is a lively urban neighbourhood on Huntingdon Road, 0.8km from Bicester Village in Bicester. Administratively it sits within Bicester South and Ambrosden ward and the Banbury constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 64% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are above average at 110 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below. Property: Prices average £466k, up 28.6% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for OX26 1BD are sourced from Output Area E00186004 (shared with 6 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HUNTINGDON ROAD, OX26 1BD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HUNTINGDON ROAD, OX26 1BD.
429
31
£ 67,000 /yr
54%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX26 1BD 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
A sought-after, premium postcode. OX26 1BD's low deprivation rank, 64% ownership, and £466k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Crime rates in this specific area are higher than average. Property prices average £466k. Property prices are trending up 28.6% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX26 1BD. The average age is 30.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 458,000
9 sales · Mean £ 478,666
Semi-Detached
£ 403,000
6 sales · Mean £ 405,250
Terraced
£ 345,000
1 sales · Mean £ 345,000
Flat
£ 101,250
1 sales · Mean £ 101,250
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around OX26 1BD is above average at 110 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are shoplifting and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Whitelands Academy
St Edburg's Church of England (VA) School
The Bicester School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bicester
Chesterton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Brookside Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Bicester Service Station0.5 km
- Boots0.3 km
- M&S Food0.3 km
- Next0.3 km
- Lakeland0.5 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Bicester Greggs0.5 km
- Island Poke0.8 km
- The Finest Catch Ltd0.3 km
- Bicester Avenue Garden Centre0.5 km
- Cecconi’s0.6 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
4 nearby- Simply Noodles0.8 km
- Mrs Chew's Chinese Kitchen0.7 km
- Yo! To Go!0.6 km
- Dominos Pizza0.3 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco0.6 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Holiday Inn Express0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bicester Village1.4 km
- Bicester1.4 km
- Bicester North1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Whitelands Way South0.2 km
- Whitelands Way South0.2 km
- Pioneer Way0.2 km
- Pioneer Way0.3 km
- Lakeview Drive0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: OX261BD · Data under Open Government Licence