Postcode Analysis Cherwell, South East

WOODSTOCK ROAD, OX2 8JT House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WOODSTOCK ROAD, OX2 8JT.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

345

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Avg Age

48

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Avg Income

£ 60,800 /yr

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Employed

44%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX2 8JT 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.

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10/10
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7/10
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2/10
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6/10
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7/10
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8/10
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6/10
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8/10
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2/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, OX2 8JT combines high owner-occupation (79%), strong property values (£350k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £350k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

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

OX2 8JT is a sought-after residential area on Woodstock Road, 0.8km from Wolvercote in Cherwell. Administratively it sits within Kidlington East ward and the Oxford West and Abingdon constituency.

For serious buyers, OX2 8JT is a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. With an average age of 48, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 79% 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 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £350k. 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 8JT are sourced from Output Area E00145254 (shared with 21 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 OX2 8JT. The average age is 48.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British91.3%
Asian / British Asian2.7%
Black / African / Caribbean2.4%
Other / Mixed3.6%

Economic Activity

44%Active
FT: 29%
Unemployed: 1%
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Age & Housing: An older, highly established demographic of homeowners. The population is heavily skewed toward older adults and retirees who own their homes outright.

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home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 350,000

1 sales · Mean £ 350,000

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

OX2 8JT has low crime rates — 26 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson3
Violence and sexual offences2
Public order2
Anti-social behaviour1
Bicycle theft1

school Local Schools

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Wolvercote Primary School

Good332 pupils1.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Welcome Break Forecourt0.7 km
  • M&S Simply Food - BP Connect0.7 km
  • Port Meadow Convenience Store1.0 km
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Hotel, B&B, Guest House

2 nearby
  • Holiday Inn - Oxford0.7 km
  • Oxford Peartree Travelodge0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Starbucks0.7 km
  • KFC0.7 km
  • Jurys Inn Hotel And Conference Venue0.9 km
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Supermarkets

1 nearby
  • Waitrose0.7 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The White Hart1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oxford Parkway1.9 km
  • Oxford4.6 km
  • Islip5.3 km