Risinghurst & Sandhills is a residential area located in the northeast of Oxford, bordered by Headington and Barton. The area is primarily made up of post-war housing, with a mix of detached homes, terraces, and council estates. It is well-connected to the city centre via bus routes, making it a practical choice for commuters. Local amenities include a small shopping parade on Risinghurst Square, offering convenience stores, a pharmacy, and takeaways.
The area is close to Shotover Country Park, providing green space for walking and outdoor activities. Schools like Windmill Primary and Cheney School serve the community, while nearby Headington offers additional shopping and healthcare facilities. Risinghurst & Sandhills has a quiet, suburban feel, with a mix of long-term residents and younger families. The area’s proximity to Oxford Brookes University and the John Radcliffe Hospital adds to its appeal for students and healthcare workers.
On average Risinghurst & Sandhills has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 52 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 10.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Risinghurst & Sandhills is £73,900 per year. There are 4 schools in Risinghurst & Sandhills: 2 primary (0 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).
Based on 73 recent sales, the median property price is £455,000 in Risinghurst & Sandhills area, with individual transactions ranging from £112,000 up to £875,000.
| Type | Sales | Median |
|---|---|---|
| Detached | 9 | £520,000 |
| Flats | 13 | £318,000 |
| Semi-Detached | 35 | £500,000 |
| Terraced | 16 | £430,000 |
10 years price trend in Risinghurst & Sandhills
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Green Road
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Forest Road
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Chequers Place
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Quarry Road
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London Road
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Holyoake Road
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Carter Close
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Delbush Avenue
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Collinwood Road
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Mark Road
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Douglas Downes Close
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Old Road
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Collinwood Close
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Weyland Road
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London Road
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Collinwood Road
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Burdell Avenue
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Lewis Close
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Stanway Road
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Green Ridges
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Masons Road
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Colemans Hill
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John Snow Place
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Waynflete Road
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Richards Way
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Pond Close
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St Leonard's Road
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Waynflete Road
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Green Road
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Collinwood Road
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Coppock Close
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Gladstone Road
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Gladstone Road
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Cummings Close
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Colwell Drive
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St Leonard's Road
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Pitts Road
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London Road
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Harold White Close
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Kiln Lane
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Bushnell Close
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Margaret Road
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Spring Lane
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Old Road
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London Road
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Ridgeway Road
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Downside Road
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Collinwood Road
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Ringwood Road
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Stanway Road
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Risinghurst & Sandhills
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Bushnell Close
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Gladstone Road
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Tilehouse Close
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Downside Road
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Green Ridges
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London Road
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Dorchester Close
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Delbush Avenue
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Netherwoods Road
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Green Road
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Quarry School Place
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All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/08/2025.