OX26 1DQ is a safe, established residential area on Chepstow Drive, 1.1km from Highfield in Bicester. Administratively it sits within Bicester South and Ambrosden ward and the Banbury constituency.
This is a strong family neighbourhood — a suburban renting area with semi-detached homes and family households. During the day, higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. The community skews young professional (average age 29) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 59% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 33 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £151k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area.
Census 2021 statistics for OX26 1DQ are sourced from Output Area E00185895 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
CHEPSTOW DRIVE, OX26 1DQ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHEPSTOW DRIVE, OX26 1DQ.
473
29
£ 67,000 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX26 1DQ 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
Balanced, accessible, and mixed. OX26 1DQ spans multiple life stages — average age 29, moderate ownership and renting. £151k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX26 1DQ. The average age is 29.0. 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 energetic. The demographic is characterized by a high concentration of young adults and early-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 203,850
2 sales · Mean £ 203,850
Flat
£ 264,995
1 sales · Mean £ 264,995
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX26 1DQ has low crime rates — 33 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. 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
Chesterton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
King's Meadow Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bicester
Brookside Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
7 nearby- The Midcounties Co-operative0.4 km
- Village Super Limited0.8 km
- Morrisons Daily0.8 km
- Bicester Service Station0.9 km
- Boots0.8 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
7 nearby- Grand Village Imperial0.8 km
- Tapas Hermanos0.6 km
- Burger King0.9 km
- Costa Coffee At Next0.8 km
- Starbucks0.9 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco Express0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
2 nearby- Dominos Pizza0.4 km
- Two Sisters Chip Shop0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Bicester1.5 km
- Bicester Village1.8 km
- Bicester North1.9 km
Bus Stops
- Chepstow Drive0.1 km
- Whitelands Way North0.1 km
- Whitelands Way North0.2 km
- Primary School0.3 km
- Primary School0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: OX261DQ · Data under Open Government Licence