Launton and Otmoor ward is located in the Cherwell district of Oxfordshire, covering the village of Launton and parts of the Otmoor area. The ward is primarily rural, with farmland and open spaces making up much of the landscape. Launton itself is a small village with a mix of historic and modern housing, a primary school, and local amenities like a pub and a shop. The area is known for its quiet, community-focused atmosphere.
Otmoor, a low-lying wetland area, is a significant feature of the ward, offering habitats for wildlife and opportunities for walking and birdwatching. The ward is well-connected by road, with the A41 passing nearby, providing links to Bicester and Oxford. Public transport options are limited, reflecting its rural character. The ward’s economy is largely tied to agriculture, though some residents commute to nearby towns for work. The combination of village life and natural surroundings makes it a distinctive part of Cherwell.
On average Launton and Otmoor has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 57 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Launton and Otmoor is £67,077 per year. There are 4 schools in Launton and Otmoor: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 87 recent sales, the median property price is £410,000 in Launton and Otmoor area, with individual transactions ranging from £167,500 up to £1,500,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 28 | £555,000 |
| Flats | 3 | £537,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 31 | £400,000 |
| Terraced | 25 | £345,000 |
10 years price trend in Launton and Otmoor
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Islip, Arncott & Chesterton
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Arncott Wood Road
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Hopcraft Close
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Northampton Road
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Skimmingdish Lane
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Blackthorn Road
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Canal Road
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Kidlington Road
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Bletchingdon Road
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Bletchingdon Road
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Buchanan Court
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Arncott Road
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Church Close
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Northampton Road
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West End
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Church Lane
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Islip, Arncott & Chesterton
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Mill Lane
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Brill Road
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Fencott Road
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High Street
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Church Lane
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Mansmoor Road
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Fencott Road
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Sand Furlong
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Constable's Croft
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Church Lane
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Wendlebury Road
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Station Road
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Launton Road
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The Green
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Church Lane
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Brill Road
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Shipton Road
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Murcott Road
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Islip, Arncott & Chesterton
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Lower Road
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Forge Close
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Langford Lane
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North Lane
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Brill Road
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Canal Road
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Islip Road
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Coghill
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New Road
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Meadow View
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Harper Close
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Alder Drive
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Church Lane
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Akeman Street
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Oxford Road
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High Street
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Lince Lane
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Landscape Close
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Northampton Road
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Northampton Road
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Ancil Avenue
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Morrell Way
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Buckingham Road
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Oakley Road
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Fencott Road
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Church End
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Caversfield, Ambrosden & Fringford
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Green Lane
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Palmer Avenue
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Northampton Road
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Oakley Road
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Brill Road
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Church View
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Hillside Close
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Knowle Lane
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Ancil Avenue
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Station Road
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Church Close
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Kidlington Road
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Mill Street
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The Rise
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Islip Road
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Lince Lane
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Thame Road
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Teale Close
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Greenfields
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Old Rectory Court
All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/08/2025.