What's the Banbury Ruscote population and density?

Banbury Ruscote population is 11,597 with density 5546.9 per km².

What are prices by property type in Banbury Ruscote?

Latest medians: Detached £375,000, Semi-detached £269,000, Terraced £255,000, Flats £128,125.

How safe is Banbury Ruscote?

Crime level in Banbury Ruscote is high with about 91 crimes per 1,000 residents.

What are house prices in Banbury Ruscote?

Based on 87 recent sales, the median price is £270,000; see the 10-year chart for trends.

How many households are in Banbury Ruscote?

There are 4,377 households in Banbury Ruscote

How deprived is Banbury Ruscote?

Deprivation score 8/10 (rank 7909 of 32844 in country).

What's the average income in Banbury Ruscote?

Average resident income is about £49,296 per year.

How much social housing is near Banbury Ruscote?

About 39.5% across the Banbury Ruscote area.

What home types are most common in Banbury Ruscote?

Housing mix: semi-detached 54.0%, terraced 23.8%.

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Q: What schools in Banbury Ruscote and how are they rated?

There are 3 schools in Banbury Ruscote: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / South East / Cherwell / Banbury Ruscote

About

Banbury Ruscote is a residential ward located in the northern part of Banbury, within the Cherwell district. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is bordered by the M40 motorway to the north and the Oxford Canal to the east, providing some green spaces and walking routes. Local amenities include shops, schools, and community facilities, catering to everyday needs.

The ward has a mix of older and newer developments, with some areas dating back to the mid-20th century. Public transport links connect Ruscote to Banbury town centre and surrounding areas. The ward is also close to industrial and retail parks, offering employment opportunities. While largely residential, it retains a sense of community with local events and groups. The area’s proximity to the motorway makes it convenient for commuters.

Area overview

On average Banbury Ruscote has high deprivation and high crime levels, with around 91 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 39.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Banbury Ruscote is £49,296 per year. There are 3 schools in Banbury Ruscote: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

7/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

8/10

Income level

3/10

Social housing

39.5%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Banbury Ruscote Population

11,597

Population density

5,546.9 per km²

Demographics

British

8,200

70.7%

Other White

1,309

11.29%

Pakistani

789

6.8%

African

240

2.07%

Indian

157

1.35%

Total population: 11,598

Housing

Other social rented

1,315

30.02%

Owns with a mortgage

1,154

26.34%

Owns outright

942

21.5%

Private landlord or letting agency

487

11.12%

Social rents from council

342

7.81%

Total households: 4,381

Property prices in Banbury Ruscote

Based on 87 recent sales, the median property price is £270,000 in Banbury Ruscote area, with individual transactions ranging from £116,250 up to £468,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	15	£375,000	£296,600	£353,500	£439,750	£462,400
Flats	2	£128,125	£117,438	£122,188	£134,063	£138,813
Semi-Detached	53	£269,000	£200,000	£234,000	£293,000	£363,800
Terraced	17	£255,000	£178,500	£238,000	£267,500	£285,000

10 years price trend in Banbury Ruscote

All postcodes in Banbury Ruscote

OX160NU

Appleby Close

OX161JB

Tony Humphries Road

OX160AT

Hilton Road

OX160JQ

Dover Avenue

OX160SG

Hastings Close

OX161HX

Bennett Drive

OX160DU

Deacon Way

OX160DX

Deacon Way

OX160EW

Mold Crescent

OX160HS

Woodgreen Avenue

OX160LQ

Lennox Gardens

OX160LU

Bretch Hill

OX160QZ

The Fairway

OX160SR

Withycombe Drive

OX161JG

Tony Humphries Road

OX161JJ

Tony Humphries Road

OX160DF

Bird Close

OX160HD

Beesley Road

OX160LH

Balmoral Avenue

OX160LS

Bretch Hill

OX160NZ

Edinburgh Way

OX160PF

Edinburgh Way

OX160SH

Hastings Road

OX160EQ

Donaldson Court

OX160JE

Dover Avenue

OX160PZ

Edmunds Road

OX160QL

Bretch Hill

OX160RF

Bretch Hill

OX160RQ

Prescott Avenue

OX160EY

Mold Crescent

OX160FA

Hope Close

OX160HN

Orchard Way

OX160JP

Balmoral Avenue

OX160RZ

Ferndale Road

OX162AL

Union Street

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Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail