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.
ROSAMUND ROAD, OX2 8NX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ROSAMUND ROAD, OX2 8NX.
340
41
£ 69,600 /yr
48%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
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.
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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Wolvercote Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
2 nearby- Port Meadow Convenience Store0.3 km
- Londis - First Turn Stores0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
4 nearby- Jacob's Inn0.4 km
- The Trout Inn0.9 km
- The White Hart0.3 km
- The Plough0.7 km
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
Generated by PostcodeInfo.uk
Postcode Profile: OX28NX · Data under Open Government Licence