Postcode Analysis Oxford, South East

ROSAMUND ROAD, OX2 8NX House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROSAMUND ROAD, OX2 8NX.

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Population

340

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Avg Age

41

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Avg Income

£ 69,600 /yr

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Employed

48%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX2 8NX 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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4/10
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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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10/10
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5/10
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9/10
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6/10
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Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, OX2 8NX combines high owner-occupation (90%), strong property values (£690k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £690k prices and low crime — this postcode commands a premium for good reason.

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

OX2 8NX is a sought-after residential area on Rosamund Road, 0.1km from Wolvercote in Wolvercote. Administratively it sits within Wolvercote ward and the Oxford West and Abingdon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in OX2, OX2 8NX offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. By day, the area transitions to a accessible countryside character: higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. An average age of 41 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 90% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 50 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Prices average £690k. 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 8NX are sourced from Output Area E00145670 (shared with 4 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 8NX. The average age is 41.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British87.4%
Asian / British Asian3.2%
Black / African / Caribbean0.3%
Other / Mixed9.1%

Economic Activity

48%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 2%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 690,000

15 sales · Mean £ 659,366

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

Crime around OX2 8NX is moderate at 50 per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences34
Criminal damage and arson9
Anti-social behaviour7
Public order5
Other crime4

school Local Schools

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Wolvercote Primary School

Good332 pupils0.8 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

2 nearby
  • Port Meadow Convenience Store0.3 km
  • Londis - First Turn Stores0.8 km
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Pub, NightClub

4 nearby
  • Jacob's Inn0.4 km
  • The Trout Inn0.9 km
  • The White Hart0.3 km
  • The Plough0.7 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Jurys Inn Hotel And Conference Venue0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oxford Parkway2.3 km
  • Oxford3.9 km
  • Islip5.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Clifford Place0.1 km
  • Home Close0.3 km
  • Papermill Square0.3 km
  • Home Close0.3 km
  • Elmthorpe Road0.3 km