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Malmesbury, Crudwell & Oaksey

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About

The Malmesbury, Crudwell & Oaksey area is defined by its position within the upper reaches of the Thames Valley. The historic market town of Malmesbury, founded around its abbey, sits on a hill above the River Avon. The surrounding villages, including Crudwell and Oaksey, are set within a landscape of mixed farmland, gentle streams, and patches of woodland. This is primarily an agricultural region with a network of quiet country lanes connecting its settlements.

A notable feature is the presence of the Wilts & Berks Canal, remnants of which trace through the parishes, offering linear walks. The area's character is rooted in its stone-built architecture, from Malmesbury's medieval abbey to the cottages and farmsteads in the villages. Local life centres on community events, village pubs, and the working farms that shape the surrounding fields and hedgerows throughout the seasons.

Area overview

On average Malmesbury, Crudwell & Oaksey has very low deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 34 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 9.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Malmesbury, Crudwell & Oaksey is £66,687 per year. There are 5 schools in Malmesbury, Crudwell & Oaksey: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 3 Good) and 1 secondary (1 Outstanding and 0 Good). Malmesbury, Crudwell & Oaksey is home to around 7,879 people, with a population density of about 193.3 per km2.

Crime rate
2/10
Crimes per 1k residents
34
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
9.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Malmesbury, Crudwell & Oaksey Population
7,879
Population density
193.3 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
18.66(-43%)
Anti-social behaviour
9.65(-36%)
Criminal damage and arson
3.68(-43%)
Shoplifting
3.17(-52%)
Public order
2.92(-56%)
South West average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
7,024
89.15%
Other White
298
3.78%
Other Asian
107
1.36%
Irish
54
0.69%
White and Asian (mixed)
52
0.66%
Total population: 7,879

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,746
43.01%
Level 3 (A level)
1,081
16.93%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
824
12.91%
No qualifications
777
12.17%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
568
8.9%
Total 16+ residents: 6,384

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,201
35.78%
Owns with a mortgage
961
28.63%
Private landlord or letting agency
586
17.46%
Other social rented
449
13.38%
Other forms of private rent
81
2.41%
Total households: 3,357

Property prices in Malmesbury, Crudwell & Oaksey

Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £340,000 in Malmesbury, Crudwell & Oaksey area, with individual transactions ranging from £110,000 up to £1,375,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Malmesbury, Crudwell & Oaksey 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 Malmesbury, Crudwell & Oaksey over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached25£455,996
Flats5£220,000
Semi-Detached20£324,498
Terraced49£335,000

10 years median price trend in Malmesbury, Crudwell & Oaksey

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Malmesbury, Crudwell & Oaksey.

Data Sources

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