Postcode Analysis Vale of White Horse, South East

CHAPEL WAY, OX2 9LS House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for CHAPEL WAY, OX2 9LS.

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Population

454

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Avg Age

35

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Avg Income

£ 65,800 /yr

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Employed

58%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX2 9LS is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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5/10
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2/10
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9/10
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10/10
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10/10
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6/10
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3/10
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Area Character

OX2 9LS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 35, 47% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

OX2 9LS is a sought-after residential area on Chapel Way, 0.3km from Botley in Oxford. Administratively it sits within Botley & Sunningwell ward and the Oxford West and Abingdon constituency.

For renters and young professionals, OX2 9LS offers a significant portion of adults hold a degree, but a notable number have also pursued apprenticeships in the past. employment is predominantly concentrated in caring, leisure and other service occupations, or in sales and customer services. individuals in this subgroup are slightly more likely to be uk-born, compared with the group average. the population displays a fairly balanced age distribution, apart from the smaller proportion of elderly retirees. the neighbourhoods show limited ethnic diversity, and the housing landscape primarily consists of terraced homes, with a mix of detached and semi-detached properties as well. it is not uncommon for residents to own multiple vehicles. The daytime character shifts — areas dominated by food and entertainment. The 35 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 44% of homes are privately rented — a strong rental market with good supply for incoming tenants.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 28 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for OX2 9LS are sourced from Output Area E00146391 (shared with 53 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 9LS. The average age is 35.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British72.6%
Asian / British Asian13.8%
Black / African / Caribbean3.3%
Other / Mixed10.3%

Economic Activity

58%Active
FT: 44%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A dynamic neighborhood of mid-career renters. The average age points to active professionals living in rental accommodation.

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

OX2 9LS has low crime rates — 28 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and shoplifting. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Violence and sexual offences33
Shoplifting20
Drugs10
Public order10
Vehicle crime9

school Local Schools

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Botley School

Inadequate326 pupils0.2 km
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North Hinksey Church of England Primary School

Good206 pupils1.0 km
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Matthew Arnold School

Good1320 pupils1.1 km
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West Oxford Community Primary School

Good227 pupils1.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

7 nearby
  • Costa Ltd0.3 km
  • Dosa Park0.1 km
  • Botley Luncheon Club0.0 km
  • LOOMSBURY UK LIMITED0.1 km
  • Home Bargains0.7 km
  • + 2 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Tesco Express0.1 km
  • Aldi0.7 km
  • Iceland0.1 km
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Takeaway Shop

4 nearby
  • Aryzay0.0 km
  • Harrisons Fish & Chip Co.0.1 km
  • McDonalds0.3 km
  • Lucky House0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • The Seacourt Bridge0.2 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Wickes Building Supplies Ltd0.7 km
  • Hedges Butchers0.1 km
  • McColl's0.1 km
  • Midcounties Cooperative0.0 km
  • Oxford Food Hub0.3 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oxford1.9 km
  • Oxford Parkway6.1 km
  • Radley8.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Westminster Way0.0 km
  • Westminster Way0.1 km
  • Elms Parade Shops0.1 km
  • Elms Parade Shops0.1 km
  • St Pauls Crescent0.2 km