Cropredy, Sibfords and Wroxton

The Cropredy, Sibfords and Wroxton ward in Cherwell covers a rural area in northern Oxfordshire, bordering Warwickshire. It includes the villages of Cropredy, Great Bourton, Claydon, and parts of the Sibfords (Sibford Ferris and Sibford Gower) and Wroxton. The ward is characterised by farmland, rolling countryside, and historic stone-built villages, with the River Cherwell flowing through Cropredy.

The area has strong community ties, with local events like the annual Cropredy Festival drawing visitors. Wroxton is home to Wroxton Abbey, a 17th-century manor house now used as a university campus. The ward has limited public transport, with most residents relying on cars. Agriculture remains a key part of the local economy, alongside tourism linked to its scenic walks and historic sites. The ward has a mix of older residents and families, with primary schools in Cropredy and Sibfords serving the community.