Postcode Analysis Vale of White Horse, South East

HARCOURT HILL, OX2 9AS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HARCOURT HILL, OX2 9AS.

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Population

611

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Avg Age

34

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Avg Income

£ 65,800 /yr

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Employed

26%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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9/10
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6/10
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2/10
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2/10
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7/10
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7/10
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3/10
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8/10
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6/10
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Area Character

OX2 9AS is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £1.2M, 82% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. £1.2M 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 9AS is a sought-after residential area on Harcourt Hill, 0.3km from Harcourt Hill in Oxford. Administratively it sits within Botley & Sunningwell ward and the Oxford West and Abingdon constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in OX2, OX2 9AS offers 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 34) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 82% 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 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £1.2M.

Census 2021 statistics for OX2 9AS are sourced from Output Area E00185965 (shared with 16 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 9AS. The average age is 33.6. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British78.4%
Asian / British Asian11.1%
Black / African / Caribbean3.1%
Other / Mixed7.4%

Economic Activity

26%Active
FT: 16%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Detached

£ 1,200,000

11 sales · Mean £ 1,207,763

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

OX2 9AS has low crime rates — 4 incidents 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 offences4
Criminal damage and arson1
Other theft1
Robbery1

school Local Schools

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North Hinksey Church of England Primary School

Good206 pupils0.5 km
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Matthew Arnold School

Good1320 pupils1.1 km
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West Oxford Community Primary School

Good227 pupils1.3 km
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Botley School

Inadequate326 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Oxford Rugby Football Club0.5 km
  • The Fishes Inn0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Lucky House0.8 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oxford1.8 km
  • Oxford Parkway7.0 km
  • Radley7.0 km

Bus Stops

  • Harcourt Hill Campus0.3 km
  • St Lawrences Church0.4 km
  • Raleigh Park Road0.5 km