33,160TOTAL POPULATION
13,082HOUSEHOLDS
2.3%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£52,000AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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OX26 POSTCODE REGION

Oxford (OX26)

The OX26 postcode area is located in the Oxford postcode town region, within the county of Oxfordshire, and contains a total of 1153 individual postcodes.

There are 10 electoral wards in the OX26 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 Cherwell Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 24% of people in OX26 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 OX26 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The OX26 postcode is an area of Oxford, England. It covers the parishes of Ambrosden and Arncott north of Bicester and Bucknell to the west, and the towns of Bicester and Kidlington to the south. It also includes parts of the parishes of Blackthorn, Bletchingdon, Middleton Stoney, North Aston and Stratton Audley.

The main market town of OX26 is Bicester, which is a bustling, vibrant destination which offers excellent shopping and leisure facilities. It is well known for its traditional markets as well as designer outlet stores, and is a great base for exploring the local area. Nearby Kidlington is also well worth visiting as it has plenty of local eateries and attractions such as Bicester Village and the Cotswold Wildlife Park.

The area is well connected with good public transport links to Oxford, Banbury and beyond. It is conveniently located off the A34, M40 and A41 roads, making getting around easy.

This area, due to its close proximity to Oxford, is an ideal location for commuters and families who want to have an urban lifestyle with access to the countryside. The villages and towns here offer a mix of character homes combined with modern family housing. Schools are of a good standard in the district and there is a range of green open spaces and parks to enjoy.

A popular activity in the area is golf, with several local courses in and around OX26 offering excellent facilities for players of all levels. Some other outdoor pursuits in the area include walking and cycling, along the Oxfordshire Way, the Ridgeway Trail and the Bicester Heritage Trail.

For wildlife enthusiasts, the area is an excellent place to explore. OX26 is in the Cotswolds, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty which has glorious wildflower meadows, hedgerow-lined lanes, ancient chalk downland and dramatic escarpments. There are also many nature reserves in the area that provide habitat to a wide variety of species.

OX26 postcode is an area in Oxford that combines rural and urban living. It is a great place to visit if you are after a variety of activities, shopping and culture. It is also easily accessible and boasts excellent transport links to the surrounding areas.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 93%WORKING
  • 7%UNEMPLOYED

7% of people in OX26 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 24%AB
  • 57%C2/C2
  • 19%DE

According to census records, 24% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 88%WHITE
  • 12%NON-WHITE

88% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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OX26Oxfordshire

Oxfordshire

The county of Oxfordshire

OX26 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.

Oxfordshire Postal Town Map
Outward CodeOX26
Postal TownOxford
MSOA NameCherwell 015
LSOA NameCherwell 015D
CountyOxfordshire
RegionOxfordshire
CountryEngland
Local AuthorityCherwell
Area ClassificationUrban with Significant Rural (rural including hub towns 26-49%)

OX26 Electoral Wards

The postal region of OX26, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Bainton
Bicester
Bucknell
Caversfield
Chesterton
Highfield
King's End
Launton
Middleton Stoney
Stratton Audley
Woodfield
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Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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