Postcode Analysis Vale of White Horse, South East

OX2 9GL House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OX2 9GL.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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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 9GL is a premium owner-occupier postcode — 82% home ownership, and a low-deprivation rank put this address in the top tier nationally for wealth indicators. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.

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

OX2 9GL is a sought-after residential area located 0.2km 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 9GL offers a settled suburb of older couples whose children have left home. The daytime character shifts — large schools, colleges, and universities, nationally widespread. An average age of 34 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 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 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for OX2 9GL 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 9GL. 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.

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

OX2 9GL has low crime rates — 8 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences7
Public order3
Vehicle crime2
Other theft2
Anti-social behaviour1

school Local Schools

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Matthew Arnold School

Good1320 pupils0.7 km
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North Hinksey Church of England Primary School

Good206 pupils0.9 km
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Botley School

Inadequate326 pupils1.4 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • The Fishes Inn0.9 km
  • Oxford Rugby Football Club0.9 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Lucky House0.7 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oxford2.2 km
  • Radley7.2 km
  • Oxford Parkway7.2 km

Bus Stops

  • Harcourt Hill Campus0.2 km
  • Lime Road0.3 km
  • Cedar Road0.5 km