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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

OX284YA

Witan Way

OX284LE

Des Roches Square

OX286AS

Corn Street

OX286BL

Corn Street

OX286LH

Moorland Road

OX286FR

Bathing Place Court

OX285NA

Burwell Drive

OX285JD

Ducklington Lane

OX285JW

Burwell Drive

OX285NL

Wilmot Close

OX284YD

Avenue Two

OX285JP

French Close

OX286GY

Loom Lane

OX284DT

Queen Emmas Dyke

OX284EH

Gordon Way

OX284AZ

Church Green

OX286ND

Empson Crescent

OX286NN

Woodpecker Way

OX286EQ

Springfield Oval

OX285JA

Ducklington Lane

OX286DB

Corn Street

OX286HT

High Street

OX286JF

Welch Way

OX286DS

Langdale Gate

OX284ET

Saxon Way

OX284AL

The Springs

OX286LU

Dene Rise

OX286EJ

Davenport Road

OX285NG

Holford Road

OX286FY

Mill Walk

OX286NQ

Holloway Road

OX286JZ

Moor Avenue

OX286AX

Corn Street

OX284HD

Beechgate

OX286RD

Market Square

OX285ET

Tower Hill

OX284AH

The Crofts

OX284BQ

Avenue Three

OX286JY

Point Place

OX285LD

Abbey Road

OX284BJ

Farm Mill Lane

OX286PA

Swift Court

OX284EE

Kingfisher Drive

OX286BZ

Corn Bar

OX284EW

Orchard Way

OX286GQ

Woodford Way

OX284AN

Spring Close

OX286FE

Witan Way

OX286NP

Heron Drive

OX286BF

Corn Street

OX289PG

Witney South

OX284DN

Buttercross Lane

OX286LX

Dark Lane

OX286JJ

Welch Way

OX286NX

Kestrel Crescent

OX286AQ

Bathing Place Lane

OX286FF

Witan Way

OX286PH

High Street

OX284FF

Witan Way

OX285HX

South Lawn

OX286FJ

Stenter Mews

OX284YH

Cranbrook Court

OX285JY

Curbridge Road

OX286NL

Ashcombe Close

OX286EP

Park Road

OX285BR

Greystones Terrace

OX286LE

Dark Lane

OX286GA

Cooper Mews

OX284BP

Avenue Three

OX285DF

Farmhouse Meadow

OX284BE

Des Roches Square

OX285ND

Burwell Drive

OX284FX

Witney South

OX284YS

Avenue One

OX285JB

Ducklington Lane

OX286BS

Corn Street

OX286BN

Stenter Square

OX284WS

Parkside

OX286DJ

Burford Road

OX284BA

Station Lane

OX285JX

Curbridge Road

OX286BX

Butchers Court

OX284DD

Crofters Court

OX284YG

Avenue Three

OX284YR

Witney South

OX289PZ

Witney South

OX286XP

High Street

OX286BJ

Market Square

OX286GX

Marriotts Walk

OX286GB

Woodford Way

OX286FZ

Welch Way

OX284EP

Orchard Way

OX284EF

Henry Box Close

OX284XZ

Avenue One

OX285AR

Fettiplace Road

OX285LJ

Blenheim Drive

OX286ER

High Street

OX284BH

Two Rivers Industrial Estate

OX285NW

Colwell Drive

OX285HZ

Ducklington Lane

Data Sources

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