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.
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).
Based on 118 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.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 5 | £386,000 |
| Flats | 49 | £135,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 25 | £285,000 |
| Terraced | 39 | £270,000 |
10 years price trend in Banbury Cross and Neithrop
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Calthorpe Road
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Old Parr Close
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Bolton Road
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Sandell Close
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Queensway
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Bolton Road
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Britannia Road
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Danesmoor
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Longelandes Way
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Bath Road
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Cope Road
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Dashwood Road
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Grimsbury Green
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Albert Street
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Old Parr Road
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Bolton Road
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Milton Street
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North Bar Street
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Bath Road
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Beaumont Road
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Pepper Alley
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Broad Street
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Parson's Street
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Bolton Road
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Bridge Street
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Monument Street
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Kingsway
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Boxhedge Road
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Boxhedge Road
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Park Road
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High Furlong
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Beaumont Road
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Beaumont Road
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Nursery Drive
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Parklands
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Calthorpe Street
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Prospect Road
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Old Parr Close
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Fairview Road
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Dashwood Road
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Bath Road
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Hornbeam Close
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Windrush
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Longelandes Way
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Britannia Road
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Southam Road
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Marley Way
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Parklands
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Butcher's Row
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Albert Street
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Banbury Grimsbury
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Market Place
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Bridge Street
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.