oxford OX1 Postcodes

Oxford (OX1)

The OX1 postcode area is located in the Oxford postcode town region, within the county of Oxfordshire, and contains a total of 1599 individual postcodes.

There are 31 electoral wards in the OX1 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 Oxford Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 44% of people in OX1 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 OX1 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.

The OX1 postcode refers to the central part of Oxford, the county town of Oxfordshire in England. It covers an area that is predominantly within the City of Oxford Council's administrative boundary, although parts extend into the neighbouring local authority of Cherwell. It covers the city centre, which includes the old city and some of the suburbs such as St Thomas and Wolvercote.

In terms of transport, the OX1 postcode area is serviced by three railway stations, Oxford, Oxford Parkway, and Radley. Oxford railway station is in the centre of the city and provides regular services to London Paddington, London Marylebone, Birmingham New Street, Bristol Temple Meads, and other destinations. There are buses and taxis and the Oxford Tube provides a coach service to London Heathrow Airport.

The main tourist sites in the OX1 postcode area are the University of Oxford, the Ashmolean Museum, the University of Oxford Botanic Garden, the Bodleian Library, and Christ Church. Other attractions include the Oxford Covered Market, the Radcliffe Camera, the Sheldonian Theatre, and other historic buildings.

In terms of local amenities, much of the city's shopping, food, and entertainment is centred around the Cornmarket area. The main shopping centres in the area are the Westgate Centre, the Clarendon Centre, and the Golden Cross Arcade. Further east is the Gloucestor Green, home to pubs, restaurants, and cafés.

For sports enthusiasts, the OX1 postcode area has a variety of sport and leisure opportunities. Parks such as Christ Church Meadow, Port Meadow, St Giles Fields, and University Parks are all in the vicinity. Also close by are the Oxford Ice Rink and the Oxford United Football Club.

In terms of education, the OX1 postcode area has several well-known educational institutions. The University of Oxford is located in the centre, with its renowned library, the Bodleian. There are several primary schools, and one of the most notable secondary schools in the area is Magdalen College School, which is adjacent to the college.

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