OX2 6SP is a sought-after residential area located 0.1km from Park Town in Oxford. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Summertown ward and the Oxford West and Abingdon constituency.
This is a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The community skews young professional (average age 31) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 14 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for OX2 6SP are sourced from Output Area E00185847 (shared with 27 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OX2 6SP House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OX2 6SP.
992
31
£ 86,400 /yr
20%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX2 6SP is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. OX2 6SP's low deprivation rank, 55% ownership place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX2 6SP. The average age is 31.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX2 6SP has low crime rates — 14 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are other theft and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
St Aloysius' Catholic Primary School
The Cherwell School
St Philip and James' Church of England Aided Primary School Oxford
St Barnabas' Church of England Aided Primary School
Northern House Academy
The Swan School
Meadowbrook College
Oxfordshire Hospital School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Restaurant, Cafe
36 nearby- St Clare's Bardwell Road Centre0.1 km
- Compass Group UK Ltd At Cafe Bar West0.9 km
- Gee's Restaurant0.4 km
- Kellogg Hub Cafe0.4 km
- Old Parsonage Hotel0.7 km
- + 31 more
Retailers - Other
15 nearby- 2 North Parade Stores0.4 km
- K's News Hub0.4 km
- Branca Food1.0 km
- Mai Sushi1.0 km
- Court Candy Shop0.7 km
- + 10 more
Pub, NightClub
12 nearby- The Gardeners Arms0.4 km
- The Rose And Crown0.4 km
- Wadham College Pavilion1.0 km
- Jude The Obscure1.0 km
- The Royal Oak0.8 km
- + 7 more
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Koto1.0 km
- Peppers Burgers0.9 km
- Kowloon House1.0 km
Supermarkets
2 nearby- Midcounties Co-operative (and Chozen)1.0 km
- Marks & Spencer1.0 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Galaxie Hotel0.9 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oxford1.7 km
- Oxford Parkway4.2 km
- Islip6.6 km
Bus Stops
- Bardwell Rd HAR DEL0.1 km
- Bardwell Rd HAR DEL0.1 km
- St Margarets Road east0.2 km
- St Margarets Road east0.2 km
- Park Town0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: OX26SP · Data under Open Government Licence