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About

Watlington ward is located in South Oxfordshire, covering the market town of Watlington and surrounding rural areas. The town is known for its historic high street, lined with independent shops, pubs, and traditional architecture. The area is surrounded by the Chiltern Hills, offering scenic landscapes and walking trails, including the famous Watlington White Mark, a chalk hill figure.

The ward has a mix of residential and agricultural land, with a strong community focus. Local amenities include a library, primary school, and sports facilities. Public transport links connect Watlington to nearby towns like Henley-on-Thames and Oxford. The area retains a rural character while providing essential services for residents.

Area overview

On average Watlington has moderate deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 45 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 8.1% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Watlington is £53,900 per year. There are 2 schools in Watlington: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good).

Crime rate

3/10

Crimes per 1k residents

Deprivation level

4/10

Income level

5/10

Connectivity

N/A

Area Profile

Watlington Population

4,048

Population density

53.9 per km²

Demographics

British

3,645

90.07%

Other White

181

4.47%

Other Asian

1.38%

Irish

1.01%

White and Asian (mixed)

0.64%

Total population: 4,047

Housing

Owns outright

718

41.48%

Owns with a mortgage

501

28.94%

Private landlord or letting agency

273

15.77%

Other social rented

140

8.09%

Other forms of private rent

3.64%

Total households: 1,731

Property prices in Watlington

Based on 48 recent sales, the median property price is £439,750 in Watlington area, with individual transactions ranging from £166,500 up to £3,500,000.

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 Watlington over the last year.
Type	Sales	Median	5th percentile	25th percentile (Lower quartile)	75th percentile (Upper quartile)	95th percentile
Detached	14	£805,000	£473,000	£722,500	£1,247,063	£2,812,625
Flats	6	£225,000	£197,000	£204,750	£258,750	£467,500
Semi-Detached	13	£437,500	£294,000	£350,000	£495,000	£621,000
Terraced	15	£330,000	£189,950	£222,500	£420,000	£866,500

10 years median price trend in Watlington

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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