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Brize Norton and Shilton

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About

Brize Norton and Shilton ward encompasses the large village of Brize Norton and the smaller village of Shilton, situated on the flat landscape of the Oxfordshire Cotswolds. The area is dominated by the presence of RAF Brize Norton, a major operational military airbase. This facility is a significant local employer and its aircraft are a constant feature in the skies overhead, shaping the daily rhythm of the community. The architecture includes traditional Cotswold stone cottages and more modern housing developments built to serve the base's personnel.

The villages maintain distinct characters, with community life centred around local pubs and village greens. Shilton is noted for its historic ford across Shill Brook, where the road dips through the water, creating a traditional rural scene. The surrounding countryside consists of open farmland and quiet lanes, offering walking routes that contrast with the nearby airbase's activity. Public transport links are focused on connections to Carterton and Oxford, supporting the residential and commuting population.

Area overview

On average Brize Norton and Shilton has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 66 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Brize Norton and Shilton is £66,127 per year. There are 1 schools in Brize Norton and Shilton: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Brize Norton and Shilton is home to around 3,536 people, with a population density of about 89.9 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
66
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
7.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Brize Norton and Shilton Population
3,536
Population density
89.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
32.52(+3%)
Anti-social behaviour
7.07(-43%)
Vehicle crime
7.07(+91%)
Shoplifting
6.79(-15%)
Burglary
6.5(+150%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,258
92.14%
Other White
96
2.71%
Irish
29
0.82%
Other Asian
26
0.74%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
21
0.59%
Total population: 3,536

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 3 (A level)
1,043
33.37%
Level 4 qualifications or above
1,015
32.47%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
398
12.73%
No qualifications
246
7.87%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
200
6.4%
Total 16+ residents: 3,126

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
357
36.13%
Owns outright
341
34.51%
Private landlord or letting agency
132
13.36%
Other social rented
71
7.19%
Other forms of private rent
42
4.25%
Total households: 988

Property prices in Brize Norton and Shilton

Based on 44 recent sales, the median property price is £420,000 in Brize Norton and Shilton area, with individual transactions ranging from £300,000 up to £4,500,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Brize Norton and Shilton in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, median price per square metre, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Brize Norton and Shilton over the last year.
TypeSalesMedianMedian £/m²
Detached25£485,000£4,283
Semi-Detached14£351,000£4,631
Terraced5£339,000£4,246

10 years median price trend in Brize Norton and Shilton

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Brize Norton and Shilton.

All postcodes in Brize Norton and Shilton

OX184EE

Brize Norton and Shilton

OX184JL

Brize Norton and Shilton

OX184DU

Brize Norton and Shilton

OX183PX

South Mere

OX181NY

Price Close

OX184JJ

Foxwood Lane

OX181PN

Millis Road

OX184ES

Brize Norton and Shilton

OX181NH

Parker Close

OX183NX

Burford Road

OX181QA

Miles Drive

OX184DY

Pebble Court

OX184AA

Bridge Street

OX181NX

Browns Field Way

OX184JH

Foxwood Lane

OX299NQ

Buttermilk Lane

OX183NH

Brize Norton Road

OX184DB

Brize Norton and Shilton

OX184HL

Ninety Cut Hill

OX184EQ

Brize Norton and Shilton

OX290RX

Waterworks Cottage

OX184EP

Brize Norton and Shilton

OX299SS

Worsham Lane

OX183YN

Chestnut Close

OX184HJ

Brize Norton and Shilton

OX183NG

Astrop Cottages

OX184AB

Bridge Street

OX184EW

Brize Norton and Shilton

OX184AJ

Ladburn Lane

OX181NZ

Miles Drive

OX181PJ

Powell Lane

OX184EN

Brize Norton and Shilton

OX181PA

Thomas Place

OX183WN

Burford Road

OX182AS

Station Road

OX184ET

Oxford Road

OX184XQ

Oak View

OX184XG

Sycamore Place

OX181NE

Bellenger Way

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/06/2026.