OX2 6UD is a sought-after residential area located 0.6km 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 settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. During the day, large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. The area has a notably diverse population — 34% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Oxford.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 6 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 6UD are sourced from Output Area E00145612 (shared with 5 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OX2 6UD House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OX2 6UD.
399
33
£ 86,400 /yr
22%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: OX2 6UD 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. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.
Area Character
OX2 6UD is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 78% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Very low crime and mature demographics confirm this as a prestige address.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for OX2 6UD. The average age is 33.1. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
OX2 6UD has low crime rates — 6 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and other theft. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
The Cherwell School
St Aloysius' Catholic Primary School
The Swan School
Meadowbrook College
Northern House Academy
Oxfordshire Hospital School
St Nicholas' Primary and Nursery School
St Philip and James' Church of England Aided Primary School Oxford
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
8 nearby- Cook1.0 km
- Holland And Barrett1.0 km
- 2 North Parade Stores0.9 km
- K's News Hub0.9 km
- MAGAZIN TRADITIONAL ROMANESC LA CUMATRU0.9 km
- + 3 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Galaxie Hotel0.7 km
Pub, NightClub
7 nearby- Oxford Bridge Club0.6 km
- The Gardeners Arms0.9 km
- The Rose And Crown0.9 km
- Victoria Arms0.8 km
- Wadham College Pavilion0.6 km
- + 2 more
Restaurant, Cafe
25 nearby- Bickels Yard0.7 km
- Spice Lounge0.8 km
- Xi'an Restaurant0.8 km
- Cherwell Boathouse Restaurant0.2 km
- Linton Lodge Hotel0.3 km
- + 20 more
Supermarkets
4 nearby- Marks & Spencer0.8 km
- Sainsbury's1.0 km
- Midcounties Co-operative (and Chozen)0.8 km
- Tesco1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Taylors1.0 km
- LB's Deli1.0 km
- Pasta Evangelists0.8 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Oxford2.2 km
- Oxford Parkway3.9 km
- Islip6.2 km
Bus Stops
- Charlbury Rd HAR DEL0.2 km
- Charlbury Rd HAR DEL0.2 km
- Belbroughton Rd HAR DEL0.4 km
- Belbroughton Rd HAR DEL0.4 km
- Cherwell School0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: OX26UD · Data under Open Government Licence