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Banbury Cross and Neithrop

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About

Banbury Cross and Neithrop is a ward in the Cherwell district, located in the northern part of Banbury. The area includes the historic Banbury Cross, a landmark made famous by the nursery rhyme, and the nearby Neithrop neighborhood. The ward features a mix of residential, commercial, and retail spaces, with the town center offering shops, cafes, and services. Neithrop has a more suburban feel, with housing estates and local amenities like schools and parks.

The area is well-connected, with Banbury railway station providing links to major cities such as London and Birmingham. Roads like the M40 and A422 offer easy access to surrounding towns. Community facilities include the Spiceball Leisure Centre and several green spaces, such as People’s Park. The ward has a mix of older and newer housing, catering to a range of residents. Banbury Cross and Neithrop balances urban convenience with quieter residential areas.

Area overview

On average Banbury Cross and Neithrop has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 143 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 16.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Banbury Cross and Neithrop is £50,774 per year. There are 4 schools in Banbury Cross and Neithrop: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
143
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
4/10
Social housing
16.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Banbury Cross and Neithrop Population
10,257
Population density
2,876.7 per km²

Demographics

British
6,598
64.33%
Other White
1,759
17.15%
Pakistani
499
4.86%
Other Asian
213
2.08%
Indian
181
1.76%
Total population: 10,257

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency
1,666
35.49%
Owns outright
1,097
23.37%
Owns with a mortgage
1,024
21.82%
Other social rented
600
12.78%
Social rents from council
143
3.05%
Total households: 4,694

Property prices in Banbury Cross and Neithrop

Based on 141 recent sales, the median property price is £240,000 in Banbury Cross and Neithrop area, with individual transactions ranging from £60,000 up to £860,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached4£598,000
Flats56£142,250
Semi-Detached32£302,500
Terraced49£260,000

10 years price trend in Banbury Cross and Neithrop

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.