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About

Holywell ward lies in the centre of Oxford, immediately east of the River Cherwell. It encompasses a dense mix of historic university colleges, including New College and All Souls, alongside residential streets and administrative buildings. The area is defined by its narrow lanes and high stone walls, creating a quiet, enclosed atmosphere despite its central location.

A key feature is the presence of the remaining sections of the old city wall, which run along parts of the ward's boundary. The area functions primarily as an academic and residential precinct, with the famous Bodleian Library's Old Schools Quadrangle situated within it. Daily life is characterised by the movement of students and academics between lecture halls, libraries, and college grounds.

Area overview

On average Holywell has low deprivation and high crime levels, with around 453 crimes per 1,000 residents per year, roughly 5.4× the South East average of 84 per 1,000. Approximately 19.7% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Holywell is £74,056 per year. Holywell is home to around 6,046 people, with a population density of about 3,571.6 per km².

Crime rate
8/10
Crimes per 1k residents
453
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
19.7%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Holywell Population
6,046
Population density
3,571.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
174.16(+449%)
Shoplifting
108.83(+1264%)
Other theft
62.02(+1006%)
Public order
53.42(+780%)
Bicycle theft
44.16(+5420%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,516
58.15%
Other White
935
15.46%
Chinese
376
6.22%
Indian
241
3.99%
White and Asian (mixed)
220
3.64%
Total population: 6,046

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 3 (A level)
4,383
73.2%
Level 4 qualifications or above
1,417
23.66%
Other
66
1.1%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
51
0.85%
No qualifications
47
0.78%
Total 16+ residents: 5,988

Housing

Housing tenure

Other forms of private rent
40
34.48%
Private landlord or letting agency
36
31.03%
Social rents from council
32
27.59%
Other social rented
5
4.31%
Owns outright
3
2.59%
Total households: 116

Property prices in Holywell

No price data available for Holywell.

Prices by property typelast 12 months

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10-year price trendmedian sale price in Holywell

Sale price

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

Price per sq ft

Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Holywell.
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Ten year median sale price per square foot trend for each property type in Holywell.

Price distribution by property typelast 12 months

No property type breakdown available.

Council Tax Bands

Annual council tax rates for Oxford district.

Band A£1,786
Band B£2,083
Band C£2,381
Band D£2,678
Band E£3,274
Band F£3,869
Band G£4,464
Band H£5,357

Council tax bands are based on the value of your property. Most homes fall into bands A to D.

Local government

Elected councillors for Holywell ward.

Local councillors

Alfie Davis

Holywell - Elected 7 May 2026

Green Party