How much social housing is near Ridgeway?

About 11.2% across the Ridgeway area.

How deprived is Ridgeway?

Deprivation score 3/10 (rank 22977 of 32844 in country).

What's the average income in Ridgeway?

Average resident income is about £55,500 per year.

How many households are in Ridgeway?

There are 1,346 households in Ridgeway

What are prices by property type in Ridgeway?

Latest medians: Detached £720,000, Semi-detached £365,000, Terraced £287,000, Flats £210,000.

What are house prices in Ridgeway?

Based on 53 recent sales, the median price is £390,000.

What's the Ridgeway population and density?

Ridgeway population is 3,139 with density 52.5 per km².

What home types are most common in Ridgeway?

Housing mix: detached 40.8%, semi-detached 37.3%.

How safe is Ridgeway?

Crime level in Ridgeway is moderate with about 44 crimes per 1,000 residents.

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Q: What schools in Ridgeway and how are they rated?

There are 2 schools in Ridgeway: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good)

England / South East / Vale of White Horse / Ridgeway

About

Ridgeway ward is located in the Vale of White Horse district, covering a mix of rural and semi-rural areas. The ward includes several villages, such as Childrey, Kingston Lisle, and Sparsholt, each with their own distinct character. The landscape is dominated by open fields, farmland, and sections of the ancient Ridgeway path, which runs through the area.

The ward has a strong sense of community, with local events often centered around village halls and churches. Transport links connect it to nearby towns like Wantage and Abingdon, while the A34 provides access to Oxford and beyond. The area is known for its historic landmarks, including the White Horse Hill chalk figure, which lies just outside the ward. Housing ranges from traditional cottages to newer developments, catering to a mix of residents.

Area overview

On average Ridgeway has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 44 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 11.2% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Ridgeway is £55,500 per year. There are 2 schools in Ridgeway: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

3/10

Income level

6/10

Social housing

11.2%

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Ridgeway Population

3,139

Population density

52.5 per km²

Demographics

British

2,875

91.62%

Other White

122

3.89%

Irish

0.64%

Gypsy or Irish Traveller

0.54%

Other Asian

0.54%

Total population: 3,138

Housing

Owns outright

581

43.26%

Owns with a mortgage

401

29.86%

Other social rented

160

11.91%

Private landlord or letting agency

121

9.01%

Other forms of private rent

3.65%

Total households: 1,343

Property prices in Ridgeway

Based on 53 recent sales, the median property price is £390,000 in Ridgeway area, with individual transactions ranging from £125,000 up to £2,500,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	18	£720,000	£492,750	£585,750	£846,000	£2,202,500
Flats	15	£210,000	£128,500	£181,000	£392,500	£622,000
Semi-Detached	13	£365,000	£264,000	£311,000	£385,000	£477,000
Terraced	7	£287,000	£233,000	£250,000	£363,000	£499,000

10 years price trend in Ridgeway

All postcodes in Ridgeway

OX129NG

Shrivenham, Watchfield & Uffington

OX129QF

Shrivenham, Watchfield & Uffington

OX129QG

Shrivenham, Watchfield & Uffington

OX129RU

Hill Close

OX129SG

Old School Lane

OX129TJ

Silver Lane

OX129UU

Chapel Way

OX129JH

Court Road

OX129JX

Challow Road

OX129PU

Church Way

OX129QE

Blowingstone Hill

OX129XF

Shrivenham, Watchfield & Uffington

OX129RA

New Road

OX129RL

Challow Road

OX129SE

Field Gardens

OX129TL

Orchard Gardens

OX129UQ

High Street

OX129JL

Main Street

OX129QY

Westcot Lane

OX129TN

Orchard Gardens

OX129JQ

Court Hill Road

OX129LZ

Shrivenham, Watchfield & Uffington

OX129QR

Shrivenham, Watchfield & Uffington

OX129PR

West Street

OX129QL

Fawler Road

OX129SD

Field Gardens

OX129TA

Woodhill Lane Caravan Park

OX128LU

Manor Road

OX129JF

Kings Close

OX129JS

Shrivenham, Watchfield & Uffington

OX129LF

Warborough Road

OX129LJ

Bassett Road

OX129PH

Shrivenham, Watchfield & Uffington

OX129PB

Faringdon Road

OX129PE

New Road

OX129PP

Watery Lane

OX129XA

Shrivenham, Watchfield & Uffington

SN78NT

Faringdon Road

OX129JJ

Croft End

OX129NE

Court Hill Road

OX129US

Shrivenham, Watchfield & Uffington

OX129PQ

Shrivenham, Watchfield & Uffington

OX128LT

Manor Road

OX128NQ

Shrivenham, Watchfield & Uffington

OX129LN

Rectory Lane

OX129LX

Gramp's Hill

OX129TX

Orchard Gardens

OX129UB

High Street

OX129XG

Holborn Hill

OX129LH

Shrivenham, Watchfield & Uffington

OX129PW

Watery Lane

OX129TH

Circourt Road

OX129WH

Greyhound Mews

OX129YX

Hamlyn Close

SN78NZ

Shrivenham, Watchfield & Uffington

OX129UL

West Street

OX129JB

Circourt Road

OX129JE

Mill Paddock

OX129BF

Goodlake Avenue

OX129FA

Downsview Road

OX129JG

Manor Field

OX129WF

Canal Way

OX129RR

Vicarage Hill

OX129SH

Main Street

OX129RN

Hedge Hill Road

OX129UF

High Street

OX129UH

West Street

OX129FF

Downsview Road

OX129FT

Glebe Road

OX129LL

Bassett Road

OX129QJ

Fawler Road

OX129QH

Fawler Road

OX129RW

Challow Road

OX129SJ

Main Street

OX129XQ

High Street

OX129JY

Anvil Lane

OX129RQ

Bassett Road

OX129SA

Sarajac Avenue

OX129UP

High Street

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Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/09/2025.

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