Postcode Analysis Oxford, South East

HIGHBANK CLOSE, OX3 0AF House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HIGHBANK CLOSE, OX3 0AF.

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Population

408

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Avg Age

36

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Avg Income

£ 74,400 /yr

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Employed

55%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: OX3 0AF 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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6/10
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8/10
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10/10
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9/10
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5/10
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4/10
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Area Character

OX3 0AF is a premium owner-occupier postcode — median prices of £512k, 61% 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

OX3 0AF is a sought-after residential area on Highbank Close, 0.6km from New Marston in Oxford. Administratively it sits within Headington Hill & Northway ward and the Oxford East constituency.

One of the more sought-after postcodes in OX3, OX3 0AF offers a young, family-focused suburb — children, starter homes, good schools nearby. The daytime character shifts — ethnically mixed workforce primarily in care and education. The 36 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 61% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address. The area has a notably diverse population — 38% of residents identify as non-white, reflecting the multicultural character of this part of Oxford.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Prices average £512k.

Census 2021 statistics for OX3 0AF are sourced from Output Area E00145392 (shared with 9 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 OX3 0AF. The average age is 36.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British62.0%
Asian / British Asian27.5%
Black / African / Caribbean2.2%
Other / Mixed8.3%

Economic Activity

55%Active
FT: 39%
Unemployed: 2%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 512,550

2 sales · Mean £ 512,550

Semi-Detached

£ 370,000

2 sales · Mean £ 370,000

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

OX3 0AF has low crime rates — 22 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 offences56
Shoplifting25
Public order13
Other theft10
Anti-social behaviour9

school Local Schools

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St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Oxford

Good394 pupils0.4 km
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New Marston Primary School

Good328 pupils0.4 km
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Oxfordshire Hospital School

Outstanding0 pupils0.7 km
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St Nicholas' Primary and Nursery School

Good408 pupils0.7 km
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Meadowbrook College

Good15 pupils0.8 km
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The Swan School

436 pupils0.8 km
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St Michael's CofE Primary School, Oxford City

Good193 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

11 nearby
  • Manor Road Cafe0.4 km
  • Barefoot Cake Hole0.9 km
  • Belota Cafe0.8 km
  • League Of Friends Cafe Level 20.8 km
  • LG1 West Wing League Of Friends0.8 km
  • + 6 more
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Pub, NightClub

6 nearby
  • The Up In Arms0.9 km
  • The Red Lion0.7 km
  • Marston Royal British Legion0.3 km
  • Northway Social Club0.5 km
  • Oxford City Football Club0.4 km
  • + 1 more
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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Salford Stores0.7 km
  • Rosies0.6 km
  • Thejus Foods0.6 km
  • W H Smith0.8 km
  • WH Smith0.8 km
  • + 4 more
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Supermarkets

3 nearby
  • Marks & Spencer Simply Foods0.8 km
  • The Co-operative0.1 km
  • The Co-operative0.3 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

5 nearby
  • Chosen Bun0.1 km
  • Mediterranean Fish Bar0.1 km
  • Northway Pizza0.6 km
  • Pizza Hut0.1 km
  • Papa John's0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Oxford3.0 km
  • Oxford Parkway5.1 km
  • Islip6.6 km

Bus Stops

  • Copse Lane0.1 km
  • Copse Lane0.1 km
  • Copse Lane West0.1 km
  • Cherwell Drive shops DEL0.1 km
  • Ashlong Road0.2 km