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Witney Central

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About

Witney Central is a compact commercial and civic hub focused around its historic Market Square. The area contains a mix of independent shops, national retailers, and essential services, all within walking distance. The streets are lined with buildings that reflect the town's long history, particularly its former significance in the wool trade. The Buttercross, a stone monument in the square, serves as a traditional focal point for community gatherings and the weekly market.

The area is anchored by the Church of St Mary the Virgin, a large medieval structure with a distinctive spire visible from many points. Public buildings, including the town hall and library, are concentrated here. A notable feature is the Leys, a large open park and recreation ground located just off the main centre, providing green space alongside the urban core. Transport links are primarily road-based, with several bus routes converging in the central streets.

Area overview

On average Witney Central has moderate deprivation and high crime levels, with around 75 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.9% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Witney Central is £52,676 per year. There are 5 schools in Witney Central: 4 primary (0 Outstanding and 4 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Witney Central is home to around 10,769 people, with a population density of about 3,263.2 per km2.

Crime rate
7/10
Crimes per 1k residents
75
Deprivation level
3/10
Income level
3/10
Social housing
14.9%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Witney Central Population
10,769
Population density
3,263.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
42.44(+35%)
Anti-social behaviour
20.43(+76%)
Shoplifting
17.27(+115%)
Criminal damage and arson
9.56(+48%)
Public order
8.82(+44%)
South East average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
9,113
84.61%
Other White
846
7.85%
Other
97
0.9%
Other Asian
91
0.84%
Indian
73
0.68%
Total population: 10,771

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
2,957
32.64%
No qualifications
1,585
17.49%
Level 3 (A level)
1,478
16.31%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
1,209
13.34%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
1,009
11.14%
Total 16+ residents: 9,060

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,715
35.15%
Owns with a mortgage
1,147
23.51%
Private landlord or letting agency
880
18.04%
Other social rented
756
15.49%
Shared ownership
181
3.71%
Total households: 4,879

Property prices in Witney Central

Based on 132 recent sales, the median property price is £330,000 in Witney Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £84,000 up to £1,100,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Witney Central in the 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 Witney Central over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached20£488,750
Flats48£210,000
Semi-Detached27£395,000
Terraced37£350,000

10 years median price trend in Witney Central

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Witney Central.

All postcodes in Witney Central

OX285HX

South Lawn

OX284YQ

Avenue Two

OX284AG

Old Rectory Mews

OX284DE

Crofters Court

OX286AD

Market Square

OX286AY

Corn Street

OX286FY

Mill Walk

OX285LY

Burwell Drive

OX284AL

The Springs

OX284YL

Avenue Two

OX286DX

Lowell Place

OX286EA

Swan Court

OX286JA

High Street

OX286JX

Blanket Way

OX290DN

Witney Central

OX284NH

Oakfield Place

OX284YA

Witan Way

OX286NR

Skylark Way

OX286HT

High Street

OX284AJ

The Springs

OX284YR

Witney South

OX285NQ

Colwell Drive

OX286DR

Burford Road

OX286HW

High Street

OX286LG

Moorland Road

OX289PR

Witney South

OX284DH

Leys Villas

OX285JL

Bramley Heights

OX285LF

Abbey Road

OX286DD

Riverside Gardens

OX286DT

Popes Piece

OX286NL

Ashcombe Close

OX284AY

Crofters Mews

OX284DX

Queen Emmas Dyke

OX285HU

South Lawn

OX285YA

Moorland Road

OX286BB

Market Square

OX286GN

Collier Crescent

OX286BG

Market Square

OX284EA

Gordon Way

OX286FP

Hyde Meadow View

OX286FR

Bathing Place Court

OX286PH

High Street

OX284DY

Orkney Place

OX284EQ

Mallard Drive

OX285NB

Burwell Drive

OX286HP

High Street

OX289NE

Witney South

OX289NQ

Witney South

OX284AD

The Crofts

OX284EW

Orchard Way

OX284TF

Weavers Close

OX285ES

Tower Hill

OX285NJ

Colwell Drive

OX286BF

Corn Street

OX284EN

Swingburn Place

OX285JE

Ducklington Lane

OX286EQ

Springfield Oval

OX286ER

High Street

OX286EU

High Street

OX286GL

Ashcombe Crescent

OX286GP

Woodford Way

OX286LL

Moor Avenue

OX285JD

Ducklington Lane

OX285NH

Colwell Drive

OX286BT

Corn Street

OX284YG

Avenue Three

OX285AT

Fettiplace Road

OX284XZ

Avenue One

OX285ET

Tower Hill

OX285LJ

Blenheim Drive

OX286XJ

Witney South

OX284JA

Witney South

OX285LE

Abbey Road

OX286FQ

Witney South

OX286JL

Stone Row

OX286NN

Woodpecker Way

OX285LU

Mountfield Road

OX285JR

Curbridge Road

OX285LL

Blenheim Drive

OX285NG

Holford Road

OX286BQ

New Mill Mews

OX286LA

Gloucester Place

OX286LX

Dark Lane

OX286PT

Moorland Road

OX285JB

Ducklington Lane

OX286AZ

Corn Street

OX286FA

Kernahan Way

OX286JN

Welch Way

OX286AS

Corn Street

OX286AX

Corn Street

OX286ES

High Street

OX286HJ

High Street

OX286JR

Welch Way

OX286LS

Moorland Road

OX284BJ

Farm Mill Lane

OX284EH

Gordon Way

OX286DY

Marlborough Lane

OX286NF

Holloway Road

OX284DL

The Crofts

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.