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About

Didcot South is a residential ward located in the town of Didcot, South Oxfordshire. The area is primarily made up of housing estates, with a mix of detached, semi-detached, and terraced homes. It is situated close to the town centre, providing easy access to shops, schools, and transport links, including Didcot Parkway railway station. The ward also features several green spaces, such as the Ladygrove Lakes and Playing Fields, offering recreational opportunities for residents.

The area has seen recent development, with new housing projects expanding its boundaries. Local amenities include primary schools, community centres, and small retail parks. Didcot South is well-connected to major roads like the A4130, making it convenient for commuting to nearby towns and cities, including Oxford and Reading. The ward has a mix of long-term residents and newcomers, reflecting Didcot’s growth as a commuter town.

Area overview

On average Didcot South has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 76 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 18.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Didcot South is £59,838 per year. There are 5 schools in Didcot South: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
76
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
18.5%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Didcot South Population
13,234
Population density
4,582.5 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
10,646
80.45%
Other White
1,104
8.34%
Indian
312
2.36%
African
200
1.51%
Chinese
135
1.02%
Total population: 13,233

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns with a mortgage
1,993
37.13%
Owns outright
1,480
27.58%
Other social rented
809
15.07%
Private landlord or letting agency
605
11.27%
Shared ownership
224
4.17%
Total households: 5,367

Property prices in Didcot South

Based on 190 recent sales, the median property price is £352,000 in Didcot South area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £745,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Didcot South 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 Didcot South over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached39£450,000
Flats20£212,500
Semi-Detached83£360,000
Terraced48£311,000

10 years median price trend in Didcot South

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Didcot South.

All postcodes in Didcot South

OX118QQ

Fairacres Road

OX110AS

Norreys Close

OX116HN

Sage Drive

OX116JD

Tom Gaughan Way

OX116JH

Hagbourne, Moreton & Cholsey

OX118AQ

Edinburgh Drive

OX118DT

Hagbourne Road

OX118EF

Western Avenue

OX118PW

Lynmouth Road

Data Sources

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