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East Central Oxford

About

East Central Oxford covers the historic heart of the city, defined by the University's oldest colleges and their surrounding streets. The area is dense with academic buildings, student accommodation, and small shops catering to university life. Traffic is largely restricted, creating a network of pedestrian lanes and cobbled passageways.

A defining characteristic is the constant interplay between public thoroughfares and private collegiate spaces. High stone walls and ornate gateways line the streets, offering glimpses into secluded quads and gardens. The covered market off the High Street provides a concentrated hub of independent food stalls and traditional retailers.

Area overview

On average East Central Oxford has moderate deprivation and very high crime levels, with around 113 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in East Central Oxford is £63,813 per year. There are 3 schools in East Central Oxford: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). East Central Oxford is home to around 11,137 people, with a population density of about 6,762.8 per km2.

Crime rate

9/10

Crimes per 1k residents

113

Deprivation level

6/10

Income level

6/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

East Central Oxford Population

11,137

Population density

6,762.8 per km²

Crime

Violence and sexual offences

50.01(+59%)

Anti-social behaviour

12.21(+5%)

Public order

11.76(+92%)

Other theft

11.31(+103%)

Shoplifting

11.13(+39%)

South East average

Demographics

British

6,396

57.43%

Other White

1,700

15.26%

Pakistani

479

4.3%

Other Asian

464

4.17%

Other

315

2.83%

Total population: 11,138

Economics

Level 4+ (Degree)

5,244

51.17%

Level 3 (A level)

2,983

29.11%

No qualifications

893

8.71%

Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)

467

4.56%

Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)

337

3.29%

Total 16+ residents: 10,249

Housing

Private landlord or letting agency

1,852

47.98%

Owns outright

768

19.9%

Owns with a mortgage

493

12.77%

Other social rented

351

9.09%

Social rents from council

255

6.61%

Total households: 3,860

Property prices in East Central Oxford

Based on 62 recent sales, the median property price is £579,500 in East Central Oxford area, with individual transactions ranging from £200,000 up to £1,470,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 East Central Oxford over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	9	£315,000	£230,620	£240,000	£461,000	£489,999
Semi-Detached	22	£772,000	£301,150	£614,780	£882,500	£979,000
Terraced	31	£575,000	£387,500	£442,500	£658,500	£803,750

10 years median price trend in East Central Oxford

Data Sources

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

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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Area overview

Area Profile

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Crime per 1,000 population

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Economics

Education (age 16+)

Housing

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Property prices in East Central Oxford

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