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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 78 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
78
Deprivation level
4/10
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
43.64(+38%)
Anti-social behaviour
18.57(+51%)
Shoplifting
18.2(+128%)
Public order
10.49(+73%)
Criminal damage and arson
9.29(+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 119 recent sales, the median property price is £318,700 in Witney Central area, with individual transactions ranging from £84,000 up to £740,000.

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, median price per square metre, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Witney Central over the last year.
TypeSalesMedianMedian £/m²
Detached14£505,000£4,337
Flats43£200,000£3,409
Semi-Detached28£368,000£4,071
Terraced34£334,000£4,196

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

OX284EJ

Ducklington Lane

OX286HJ

High Street

OX286EL

Davenport Road

OX285EA

Tower Hill

OX284DQ

Willowbank

OX285LB

Fairfield Drive

OX284XW

Avenue Two

OX284BZ

Avenue One

OX286HA

High Street

OX286HD

Union Way

OX286GF

Woodford Way

OX286LL

Moor Avenue

OX289QA

Witney South

OX286HB

High Street

OX284DX

Queen Emmas Dyke

OX286AN

High Street

OX284ED

Eagle Industrial Estate

OX286EH

Davenport Road

OX286BG

Market Square

OX286LT

Moorland Road

OX284DR

Carriage Crescent

OX284GG

Thorney Leys Park

OX286FP

Hyde Meadow View

OX284DZ

Buttercross Lane

OX285XH

Walnut Close

OX286GU

Woodford Way

OX285NJ

Colwell Drive

OX285AP

Fettiplace Road

OX286BP

Carpenters Square

OX285LE

Abbey Road

OX286NS

Squirrel Gardens

OX284FA

Avenue Two

OX286FQ

Witney South

OX285ER

Tower Hill

OX281WP

Witney South

OX284DH

Leys Villas

OX286FU

Dark Lane

OX284JF

Ducklington Lane

OX286DP

Burford Road

OX284TF

Weavers Close

OX286GS

Ashcombe Crescent

OX286DN

Meadow Lane

OX285AG

Lancut Road

OX285NH

Colwell Drive

OX286FA

Kernahan Way

OX286EG

Springfield Oval

OX284YF

Witney South

OX286JD

Glovers Walk

OX286FH

Witney Central

OX286JB

The Old Coachyard

OX286BT

Corn Street

OX284DL

The Crofts

OX284AB

Highworth Place

OX286DG

Mill Street

OX286DA

Corn Street

OX285JG

Burwell Meadow

OX284EG

Mallard Drive

OX286LP

Beech Road

OX284AF

The Crofts

OX284NH

Oakfield Place

OX286NW

Badger Mews

OX286BU

Corn Street

OX286GN

Collier Crescent

OX285LW

Colwell Drive

OX284FH

Witan Park

OX284EQ

Mallard Drive

OX289FY

Witney South

OX286PB

Vole Bank

OX285LL

Blenheim Drive

OX289BP

Witney South

OX284DE

Crofters Court

OX286RB

High Street

OX285JR

Curbridge Road

OX284FD

St Marys Mead

OX285JL

Bramley Heights

OX286HW

High Street

OX284AR

The Leys

OX286AZ

Corn Street

OX286NU

Pipit Lane

OX284JL

Beechgate

OX286BQ

New Mill Mews

OX285NE

Burwell Drive

OX289QL

Witney South

OX284EB

Corndell Gardens

OX285LT

Burwell Drive

OX286BB

Market Square

OX286EY

Langdale Gate

OX285LY

Burwell Drive

OX284AG

Old Rectory Mews

OX286LS

Moorland Road

OX285JN

Burwell Close

OX286DF

Mill Street

OX286HG

High Street

OX286LY

Crundel Rise

OX285HT

Church View Road

OX284EA

Gordon Way

OX286PE

Applegarth Court

OX286AL

Market Square

OX286AW

Stenter Lane

OX284EN

Swingburn Place

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/06/2026.