Is OX26 2NH a safe place to live?

Yes, OX26 2NH is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 31 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in OX26 2NH?

The average property price in OX26 2NH is currently around £361k.

What is the population of OX26 2NH?

The population for the OX26 2NH area is approximately 296 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Cherwell, South East

BLENHEIM DRIVE, OX26 2NH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLENHEIM DRIVE, OX26 2NH.

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

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Population

296

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 59,600 /yr

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Employed

56%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: 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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6/10

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8/10

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7/10

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8/10

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6/10

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6/10

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10/10

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8/10

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9/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. OX26 2NH spans multiple life stages — average age 44, moderate ownership and renting. £361k prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket. Property prices are trending up 18.4% year-on-year.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

OX26 2NH is a sought-after residential area on Blenheim Drive, 0.3km from Greenwood in Bicester. Administratively it sits within Bicester West ward and the Banbury constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in OX26, OX26 2NH offers a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 85% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 31 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £361k, up 18.4% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for OX26 2NH are sourced from Output Area E00145069 (shared with 15 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 2NH. The average age is 43.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British90.1%

Asian / British Asian5.9%

Black / African / Caribbean1.3%

Other / Mixed2.6%

Economic Activity

56%Active

FT: 40%

Unemployed: 3%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 450,000

1 sales · Mean £ 450,000

Terraced

£ 380,000

1 sales · Mean £ 380,000

Semi-Detached

£ 255,000

3 sales · Mean £ 272,666

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

OX26 2NH has low crime rates — 31 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 offences96

Anti-social behaviour19

Other theft15

Criminal damage and arson14

Vehicle crime8

school Local Schools

King's Meadow Primary School

Good447 pupils0.3 km

The Bicester School

Good1295 pupils0.7 km

Brookside Primary School

Good317 pupils0.9 km

St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Bicester

Good229 pupils0.9 km

Bure Park Primary School

Good416 pupils1.2 km

St Edburg's Church of England (VA) School

Good434 pupils1.3 km

Whitelands Academy

Good242 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

4 nearby

Nashs Bakery0.8 km
Peter Goss Butchers Ltd0.8 km
Morrisons Daily0.6 km
One Stop0.8 km

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Tapas Hermanos0.3 km

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Supermarkets

1 nearby

Tesco Express0.3 km

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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby

Golden Kitchen0.6 km
Kent Hon Chinese Kitchen0.6 km
Two Sisters Chip Shop0.3 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Bicester1.2 km
Bicester North1.4 km
Bicester Village1.9 km

Bus Stops

Greenwood Drive0.1 km
Hemingway Drive0.1 km
Greenwood Drive0.1 km
Blenheim Drive0.2 km
Lawrence Way0.2 km