oxford OX18 Postcodes
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Oxford (OX18)
The OX18 postcode area is located in the Oxford postcode town region, within the county of Oxfordshire, and contains a total of 1055 individual postcodes.
There are 77 electoral wards in the OX18 postcode area, including Abingdon, Bampton, Banbury, Bicester, Burford, Carterton, Chinnor, Chipping Norton, Didcot, Kidlington, Oxford, Thame, Wallingford, Wantage, Watlington, Witney, Woodstock which come under the local authority of the West Oxfordshire Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 26% of people in OX18 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of OX18 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.
The OX18 postcode is located in the district of Oxford, in the south east region of England. It covers a broad area, stretching from the edge of the city and covering parts of Oxfordshire and neighbouring Northamptonshire. It borders the OX5 postcode to the north, OX15 to the east, OX7 to the south, OX6 to the south-east, OX3 to the south-west, and OX26 to the north-west.
Major towns and villages in the OX18 postcode area include Chipping Norton, Charlbury, Chadlington, Shipton-under-Wychwood, Stonesfield, Wychwood, Leafield, and Finstock. These picturesque villages offer a number of amenities, including shops, pubs, restaurants, and churches.
The area is home to several notable landmarks, such as Blenheim Palace, the birthplace of Winston Churchill; the ancient Cotswold Way; and the stunning Sezincote House and Gardens.
The district is well known for its educational institutions, including Bloxham School, Wychwood School, St. John's College, Bradwell Grove Primary School, and Finstock Primary School.
In addition to educational institutions, the area is also home to numerous places of historical interest, such as St. Mary's Church in Stonesfield, Shipton-under-Wychwood Church, and the Morris Memorial Wings of St. Mary's Church in Chipping Norton.
Other popular attractions include The Cotswolds Water Park, Chipping Norton Museum, Windrush Cruise, and Swinford House.
The area is well connected by public transport, with a number of regular bus routes covering the district, as well as direct train connections to London, Birmingham, Worcester, and other major cities in the region.
OX18 postcode in the Oxford district is an attractive and convenient area, known for its picturesque villages, educational institutions, and places of historical interest, along with a great selection of amenities and attractions for both locals and visitors alike.
Demographics
Oxfordshire
OX18 is located in the county of Oxfordshire, in England.
Oxfordshire has a total population of 683,200, making it the 35th largest county in the UK.
Oxfordshire has a total area of 1005 square miles, and a population density of 262 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | OX18 |
| Postal Town | Oxford |
| MSOA Name | West Oxfordshire 013 |
| LSOA Name | West Oxfordshire 013G |
| County | Oxfordshire |
| Region | Oxfordshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | West Oxfordshire |
| Area Classification | Mainly Rural (rural including hub towns >=80%) |
OX18 Electoral Wards
The postal region of OX18, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Sunday, April 7, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 26% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.