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About

South Oxhey is a residential area located in the Three Rivers district of Hertfordshire. It is situated near the border with Greater London, offering easy access to both Watford and the capital. The area features a mix of housing, including post-war estates, semi-detached homes, and some modern developments. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, catering to everyday needs.

The area is well-connected by public transport, with South Oxhey station providing regular train services to London Euston. Bus routes also link the area to nearby towns. Green spaces like Oxhey Woods and South Oxhey Playing Fields provide outdoor recreation. While primarily residential, South Oxhey has a community-focused atmosphere with local events and facilities.

Area overview

On average South Oxhey has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 89 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 40.5% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in South Oxhey is £46,300 per year. There are 3 schools in South Oxhey: 3 primary (1 Outstanding and 2 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate

6/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

7/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

South Oxhey Population

7,878

Population density

3,902.5 per km²

Demographics

British

4,780

60.67%

Other White

900

11.42%

Indian

777

9.86%

Other Asian

302

3.83%

African

200

2.54%

Total population: 7,879

Housing

Owns with a mortgage

1,008

31.28%

Other social rented

828

25.69%

Owns outright

521

16.17%

Social rents from council

430

13.34%

Private landlord or letting agency

350

10.86%

Total households: 3,223

Property prices in South Oxhey

Based on 71 recent sales, the median property price is £427,000 in South Oxhey area, with individual transactions ranging from £130,000 up to £590,000.

Price distribution per property type (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 South Oxhey over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Flats	21	£295,000	£222,000	£255,000	£350,000	£365,750
Semi-Detached	17	£450,000	£400,600	£430,000	£490,000	£542,875
Terraced	33	£437,000	£247,970	£400,000	£475,000	£511,000

10 years median price trend in South Oxhey

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.

HM Land Registry • Police.uk • DfE • ONS • TfL • National Rail

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