Postcode Analysis Cherwell, South East

COLWELL CLOSE, OX26 1FE House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COLWELL CLOSE, OX26 1FE.

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

585

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Avg Age

30

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Avg Income

£ 67,000 /yr

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Employed

60%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX26 1FE 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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7/10
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9/10
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3/10
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10/10
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8/10
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9/10
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7/10
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5/10
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2/10
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Area Character

A sought-after, premium postcode. OX26 1FE's low deprivation rank, 66% ownership, and £590k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. £590k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason. Property prices are trending down 4.1% year-on-year.

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

OX26 1FE is a safe, established residential area on Colwell Close, 0.9km from Greenwood 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 30) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 66% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £590k, down 4.1% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for OX26 1FE are sourced from Output Area E00186012 (shared with 11 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 1FE. The average age is 29.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.9%
Asian / British Asian10.8%
Black / African / Caribbean3.3%
Other / Mixed7.0%

Economic Activity

60%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: Predominantly a younger crowd. The neighborhood has a significantly lower average age than the national baseline.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 545,000

17 sales · Mean £ 544,202

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

OX26 1FE has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences43
Public order8
Anti-social behaviour6
Other theft5
Criminal damage and arson5

school Local Schools

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King's Meadow Primary School

Good447 pupils0.9 km
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Chesterton Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good169 pupils1.2 km
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St Edburg's Church of England (VA) School

Good434 pupils1.3 km
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The Bicester School

Good1295 pupils1.3 km
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Whitelands Academy

Good242 pupils1.3 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bicester

Good229 pupils1.5 km
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Brookside Primary School

Good317 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • The Midcounties Co-operative1.0 km
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Tapas Hermanos0.4 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.4 km
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Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Two Sisters Chip Shop0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Bicester1.8 km
  • Bicester North2.1 km
  • Bicester Village2.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Ludlow Road0.2 km
  • Eden Way0.3 km
  • Primary School0.3 km
  • Empire Road0.3 km
  • Wansbeck Drive DEL0.3 km