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Launton and Otmoor

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About

Launton and Otmoor ward encompasses a largely rural area in northern Cherwell. It includes the village of Launton itself, along with the settlements of Fringford and Charlton-on-Otmoor. The landscape is primarily agricultural, with open fields characteristic of the Oxfordshire countryside. The ward's boundaries extend to the edges of the expansive Otmoor wetland, a significant lowland area.

The name Otmoor is central to the ward's identity, referring to the historic moorland and Royal Air Force base. This low-lying basin is a designated Site of Special Scientific Interest, known for its wintering bird populations and rare wetland habitats. The area's history includes past enclosure riots, and it remains a focus for conservation efforts, with public footpaths like the Otmoor Cycleway providing access to its distinctive environment.

Area overview

On average Launton and Otmoor has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 69 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 7.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Launton and Otmoor is £74,096 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). Launton and Otmoor is home to around 8,960 people, with a population density of about 73.4 per km2.

Crime rate
4/10
Crimes per 1k residents
69
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
9/10
Social housing
7.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Launton and Otmoor Population
8,960
Population density
73.4 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
35.71(+13%)
Vehicle crime
7.81(+111%)
Other theft
7.14(+27%)
Public order
5.69(-6%)
Anti-social behaviour
4.58(-63%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,790
86.94%
Other White
409
4.56%
Irish
101
1.13%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
80
0.89%
Indian
77
0.86%
Total population: 8,960

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,947
39.1%
Level 3 (A level)
1,151
15.27%
No qualifications
1,115
14.79%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,040
13.8%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
698
9.26%
Total 16+ residents: 7,538

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,371
40.49%
Owns with a mortgage
1,218
35.97%
Private landlord or letting agency
322
9.51%
Other social rented
290
8.56%
Other forms of private rent
93
2.75%
Total households: 3,386

Property prices in Launton and Otmoor

Based on 83 recent sales, the median property price is £440,000 in Launton and Otmoor area, with individual transactions ranging from £212,000 up to £1,720,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Launton and Otmoor 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 Launton and Otmoor over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached36£501,250
Semi-Detached25£390,000
Terraced21£345,000
Flats1£212,000

10 years median price trend in Launton and Otmoor

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Launton and Otmoor.

All postcodes in Launton and Otmoor

OX52ST

Kidlington Road

OX52US

Mansmoor Road

OX53DT

Islip Road

OX53ES

Springwell Close

OX252LD

Alder Drive

OX265DL

Ancil Avenue

OX252PB

Old Rectory Court

OX252QA

Langford Lane

OX201QG

Upper Campsfield Road

OX252PF

North End

OX253QJ

Knowle Lane

OX53DF

Valentia Close

OX251TJ

Blackthorn Hill

OX331BH

Oakley Road

OX53DE

Station Road

OX251TG

Lower Road

OX52QA

Oxford Road

OX253FH

Village Farm Court

OX39TU

Launton and Otmoor

OX265AL

The Timbers

OX331BJ

Oakley Road

OX252PD

Stuchfield Close

OX52SE

Middle Street

OX51JJ

Shipton Bottom

OX52UA

Church Lane

OX53DA

The Green

OX252PS

Oxford Road

OX265EA

Blenheim Drive

OX53DG

Annesley Close

OX265DQ

Bicester Road

OX51JQ

Canal Road

OX51JY

Canal Road

OX52TG

The Rise

OX265DE

Chestnut Close

OX52UD

Mill Corner

HP189XA

Thame Road

OX52TD

Bridge Street

OX253RF

Shepherds Close

OX331BL

Forge Close

OX253RQ

Northampton Road

OX53DN

Church End

OX265DZ

Sycamore Road

OX265DY

Sycamore Road

OX251UL

Weir Lane

OX52UB

The Broadway

OX252QB

Farriers Mead

OX266WH

Morrell Way

OX265DG

West End

OX39TG

Launton and Otmoor

OX331AD

Church Lane

OX51LD

Canal Road

OX251QH

Murcott Road

OX53FQ

Canal Way

OX264SR

Bainton Close

OX53DB

Station Road

OX51JH

Launton and Otmoor

OX251QW

Harper Close

OX52PY

Bletchingdon Road

OX52SR

Church Close

OX251PG

Constables Croft

OX52GE

Otmoor Lane

OX52SQ

North Street

OX251QL

Hopcraft Close

OX331BW

The Orchard

OX52SX

Mill Street

OX331BQ

Kiln Cottages

OX251PZ

Palmer Avenue

OX252NW

Forge Close

OX251AF

Meadow View

OX39TF

Church Street

OX253QR

Mill Lane

OX331BZ

Brill Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/05/2026.