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Chadlington & Wychwoods

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About

The Chadlington & Wychwoods area comprises a cluster of villages set within the rolling landscape of the Evenlode Valley. The name 'Wychwoods' derives from the ancient royal forest that once covered this part of West Oxfordshire, remnants of which are still present. The area is characterised by limestone cottages, farmland, and quiet country lanes. Chadlington itself is a linear village following a stream, with a historic church and a working watermill.

A network of public footpaths connects the settlements, including Shorthampton, Ascott-under-Wychwood, and Milton-under-Wychwood, allowing exploration of the rural scenery. The area is known for its local events and community-run shops, reflecting a strong village life. The annual Chadlington Steam Rally is a notable gathering, featuring historic machinery and attracting visitors from across the region.

Area overview

On average Chadlington & Wychwoods has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 38 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Chadlington & Wychwoods is £64,748 per year. There are 3 schools in Chadlington & Wychwoods: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Chadlington & Wychwoods is home to around 6,372 people, with a population density of about 52.9 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
38
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
8.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Chadlington & Wychwoods Population
6,372
Population density
52.9 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
16.16(-49%)
Vehicle crime
6.43(+70%)
Burglary
4.55(+74%)
Criminal damage and arson
3.92(-39%)
Other theft
3.77(-32%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,912
92.78%
Other White
246
3.86%
Irish
49
0.77%
White and Asian (mixed)
35
0.55%
Other Asian
23
0.36%
Total population: 6,372

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,347
43.73%
Level 3 (A level)
803
14.96%
No qualifications
729
13.58%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
668
12.45%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
471
8.78%
Total 16+ residents: 5,367

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,166
42.79%
Owns with a mortgage
764
28.04%
Private landlord or letting agency
335
12.29%
Other social rented
271
9.94%
Other forms of private rent
109
4%
Total households: 2,725

Property prices in Chadlington & Wychwoods

Based on 67 recent sales, the median property price is £600,000 in Chadlington & Wychwoods area, with individual transactions ranging from £82,500 up to £2,025,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Chadlington & Wychwoods in the last year.

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

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Chadlington & Wychwoods over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached32£675,000
Flats7£160,000
Semi-Detached17£541,250
Terraced11£325,000

10 years median price trend in Chadlington & Wychwoods

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Chadlington & Wychwoods.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.