Oxford
Population
158,626
Schools
56
Parks
61
Stations
1
GP practices
41
Town totals reflect amenities within the town boundary. A postcode report uses distance-based searches and may show additional nearby amenities outside that boundary.
Overview
Oxford is a compact university city in the Thames Valley, built around the colleges, the river and a ring of residential suburbs. It has strong rail links to London and a mix of historic streets and later housing.
Vibe and lifestyle
Academic, expensive and strongly neighbourhood-based, from central colleges to quieter suburbs. Popular with students, researchers, families and commuters who want a historic city with high housing demand.
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Families, schools and healthcare
The local education footprint includes 56 schools (4 nursery, 36 primary, 9 secondary and 7 special), alongside 41 GP practices. Taken together, these figures provide a useful signal of how well the area serves both families and routine healthcare needs.
Population and property context
Census data indicates a resident population of 158,626 across 58,199 occupied households. In the housing market, the average recorded sale price sits around £577,360, based on 5,096 transactions, giving a broad indication of local affordability and market activity.
Everyday convenience and connectivity
For everyday life, the area includes 22 supermarkets, 1 transport stations, 61 parks and 21 gyms. EV infrastructure is represented by 24 charging stations, helping round out a picture of convenience, mobility and leisure access.