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Charlbury & North Leigh

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About

Charlbury & North Leigh are located in West Oxfordshire, known for their rural charm and historic character. Charlbury is a small market town with a mix of traditional stone cottages and local businesses, set near the Evenlode Valley. North Leigh, a nearby village, features a mix of residential areas and open countryside, with parts of the parish bordering the Cotswolds. Both areas offer easy access to woodland walks and the River Evenlode.

The region has strong transport links, with Charlbury station providing direct trains to Oxford and London. North Leigh is close to the A40, making it convenient for commuting. The area retains a sense of community, with local events, pubs, and independent shops. Nearby attractions include the remains of North Leigh Roman Villa and the Wychwood Forest, adding historical and natural interest.

Area overview

On average Charlbury & North Leigh has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 41 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 12.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Charlbury & North Leigh is £54,700 per year. There are 3 schools in Charlbury & North Leigh: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
3/10
Crimes per 1k residents
41
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
12.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Charlbury & North Leigh Population
5,955
Population density
170.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
5,401
90.68%
Other White
271
4.55%
White and Asian (mixed)
53
0.89%
Irish
52
0.87%
Other Mixed or Multiple ethnic groups
33
0.55%
Total population: 5,956

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,192
45.48%
Owns with a mortgage
726
27.7%
Other social rented
318
12.13%
Private landlord or letting agency
251
9.58%
Other forms of private rent
56
2.14%
Total households: 2,621

Property prices in Charlbury & North Leigh

Based on 57 recent sales, the median property price is £525,000 in Charlbury & North Leigh area, with individual transactions ranging from £192,500 up to £3,500,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Charlbury & North Leigh 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 Charlbury & North Leigh over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached18£767,500
Flats1£320,000
Semi-Detached24£470,000
Terraced14£371,250

10 years median price trend in Charlbury & North Leigh

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Charlbury & North Leigh.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.