OX26 1BX is a safe, established residential area on Southwell, 0.9km from Bicester Village in Bicester. Administratively it sits within Bicester South and Ambrosden ward and the Banbury constituency.
Day-to-day life in OX26 1BX has the character of a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. With an average age of just 27, this is a transient, student-oriented area — ideal for those who want a social neighbourhood, less suited to those seeking quiet stability.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 53 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £400k.
Census 2021 statistics for OX26 1BX are sourced from Output Area E00186077 (shared with 7 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SOUTHWELL, OX26 1BX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SOUTHWELL, OX26 1BX.
440
27
£ 67,000 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX26 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
OX26 1BX is a mixed residential postcode — average age 27, 49% 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX26 1BX. The average age is 27.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Youthful and transient. Characterized by young adults and early-career individuals predominantly living in rental accommodation.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 365,000
6 sales · Mean £ 335,166
Detached
£ 470,000
3 sales · Mean £ 472,650
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around OX26 1BX is moderate at 53 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
St Edburg's Church of England (VA) School
Whitelands Academy
The Bicester School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bicester
Chesterton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
Brookside Primary School
King's Meadow Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
10 nearby- Bicester Service Station0.6 km
- Boots0.4 km
- M&S Food0.4 km
- Next0.4 km
- Lakeland0.8 km
- + 5 more
Restaurant, Cafe
15 nearby- Bicester Greggs0.6 km
- Island Poke1.0 km
- The Finest Catch Ltd0.1 km
- Bicester Avenue Garden Centre0.8 km
- Cecconi’s0.8 km
- + 10 more
Takeaway Shop
5 nearby- Simply Noodles1.0 km
- Mrs Chew's Chinese Kitchen0.9 km
- Yo! To Go!0.8 km
- Dominos Pizza0.1 km
- Two Sisters Chip Shop0.9 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Tesco0.8 km
- Tesco Express0.9 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Holiday Inn Express0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bicester1.4 km
- Bicester Village1.5 km
- Bicester North1.8 km
Bus Stops
- Kingsmere Centre0.1 km
- Kingsmere Centre0.1 km
- Whitelands Way North0.3 km
- Whitelands Way South0.3 km
- Whitelands Way North0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: OX261BX · Data under Open Government Licence