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Wantage Town

England / South East / Vale of White Horse / Wantage Town

About

Wantage is a historic market town in the Vale of White Horse, Oxfordshire. It is known for its Saxon origins and connections to King Alfred the Great, who was born here. The town features a mix of traditional architecture, including timber-framed buildings and a medieval market square. Local amenities include independent shops, cafes, and a weekly market.

The surrounding area offers rural landscapes, with the Berkshire Downs providing walking and cycling routes. Wantage has good transport links to Oxford and nearby towns, making it a practical base for commuters. The town also hosts cultural events, such as the annual Wantage Literary Festival, reflecting its community-focused character.

Area overview

On average Wantage Town has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 81 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wantage Town is £53,200 per year. There are 4 schools in Wantage Town: 3 primary (2 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
81
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
5/10
Social housing
14.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wantage Town Population
10,067
Population density
2,709.6 per km²

Demographics

British
8,908
88.44%
Other White
491
4.87%
Other Asian
90
0.89%
African
77
0.76%
Irish
73
0.72%
Total population: 10,072

Housing

Owns outright
1,691
37.85%
Owns with a mortgage
1,373
30.73%
Other social rented
569
12.74%
Private landlord or letting agency
564
12.62%
Other forms of private rent
99
2.22%
Total households: 4,468

Property prices in Wantage Town

Based on 176 recent sales, the median property price is £335,000 in Wantage Town area, with individual transactions ranging from £85,000 up to £1,180,000.

Price per property type (last year)

Price per property type (last year)

TypeSalesMedian
Detached48£484,000
Flats39£195,000
Semi-Detached51£360,000
Terraced38£285,000

10 years price trend in Wantage Town

All postcodes in Wantage Town

OX127ET

Stirlings Road

OX127GP

Wantage Town

OX129AS

Belmont

OX129AY

Denchworth Road

OX129EP

Bec Close

OX129GS

Limborough Road

OX129HG

Stockham Park

OX129HX

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Data Sources

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