Postcode Analysis Cherwell, South East

GEMINUS ROAD, OX26 1BJ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for GEMINUS ROAD, OX26 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

529

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 67,000 /yr

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Employed

43%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX26 1BJ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic.

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8/10
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6/10
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1/10
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5/10
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4/10
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8/10
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3/10
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6/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, OX26 1BJ combines high owner-occupation (72%), strong property values (£565k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £565k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

OX26 1BJ is a safe, established residential area on Geminus Road, 0.9km from Chesterton, Little in Chesterton. Administratively it sits within Fringford and Heyfords ward and the Banbury constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 72% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 11 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £565k.

Census 2021 statistics for OX26 1BJ are sourced from Output Area E00144848 (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 OX26 1BJ. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British97.4%
Asian / British Asian0.8%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

43%Active
FT: 30%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 565,000

3 sales · Mean £ 529,333

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

OX26 1BJ has low crime rates — 11 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 offences7
Anti-social behaviour2
Vehicle crime2
Burglary1
Criminal damage and arson1

school Local Schools

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Chesterton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good169 pupils0.5 km
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Whitelands Academy

Good242 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • The Red Cow0.2 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bicester2.8 km
  • Bicester Village2.9 km
  • Bicester North3.2 km

Bus Stops

  • The Red Cow0.2 km
  • The Red Cow0.2 km
  • Orchard Rise0.4 km
  • Orchard Rise0.4 km