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Headington Hill & Northway

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About

Headington Hill & Northway is a residential ward in northeast Oxford, bordered by Headington to the east and Marston to the west. The area includes a mix of housing, from post-war estates to modern developments, with a blend of private and social housing. It is home to Oxford Brookes University’s Headington Campus, which adds a student presence to the community. Green spaces like Bury Knowle Park and Headington Hill Park provide recreational areas for residents.

The ward has good transport links, with regular bus services connecting it to Oxford city centre and surrounding areas. Local amenities include shops, schools, and healthcare facilities, catering to everyday needs. The area’s proximity to the John Radcliffe Hospital and Oxford Brookes University makes it a practical location for staff and students. Quiet suburban streets contrast with busier routes like London Road, which runs through the ward.

Area overview

On average Headington Hill & Northway has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 84 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 17.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Headington Hill & Northway is £69,079 per year. There are 3 schools in Headington Hill & Northway: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
84
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
17.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Headington Hill & Northway Population
6,504
Population density
3,557.8 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,137
48.23%
Other White
862
13.25%
Indian
535
8.23%
Other Asian
340
5.23%
Pakistani
313
4.81%
Total population: 6,504

Housing

Housing tenure

Private landlord or letting agency
583
28.21%
Owns outright
514
24.87%
Owns with a mortgage
393
19.01%
Social rents from council
283
13.69%
Other social rented
194
9.39%
Total households: 2,067

Property prices in Headington Hill & Northway

Based on 38 recent sales, the median property price is £431,000 in Headington Hill & Northway area, with individual transactions ranging from £235,000 up to £2,200,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Headington Hill & Northway 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 Headington Hill & Northway over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached6£1,156,250
Flats8£259,000
Semi-Detached17£465,000
Terraced7£435,000

10 years median price trend in Headington Hill & Northway

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Headington Hill & Northway.

Data Sources

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