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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

OX286EL

Davenport Road

OX286FU

Dark Lane

OX284AR

The Leys

OX284BQ

Avenue Three

OX284YB

Witney South

OX285JY

Curbridge Road

OX286BU

Corn Street

OX286HY

High Street

OX286NQ

Holloway Road

OX296WG

Witney South

OX284EF

Henry Box Close

OX286FL

Langdale Gate

OX286HL

High Street

OX285NX

Farm House Meadow

OX286NS

Squirrel Gardens

OX286JF

Welch Way

OX284DF

Corndell Gardens

OX284YN

Heynes Place

OX285AG

Lancut Road

OX285DF

Farmhouse Meadow

OX286DA

Corn Street

OX286NZ

Leveret Place

OX286PB

Vole Bank

OX289QL

Witney South

OX284BR

Charter Place

OX286BN

Stenter Square

OX286DN

Meadow Lane

OX286EX

Langdale Gate

OX286JQ

Welch Way

OX286LT

Moorland Road

OX286NJ

Ashcombe Close

OX290XJ

Witney South

OX284WU

Waine Rush View

OX284YF

Witney South

OX285JN

Burwell Close

OX285NW

Colwell Drive

OX286AP

Market Square

OX286BZ

Corn Bar

OX286JJ

Welch Way

OX286JY

Point Place

OX286LE

Dark Lane

OX286LU

Dene Rise

OX286LY

Crundel Rise

OX286PA

Swift Court

OX286PE

Applegarth Court

OX289PU

Witney South

OX284YD

Avenue Two

OX286FF

Witan Way

OX286GU

Woodford Way

OX286RD

Market Square

OX284BZ

Avenue One

OX284EB

Corndell Gardens

OX284EE

Kingfisher Drive

OX285EA

Tower Hill

OX286EH

Davenport Road

OX286FN

Langdale Gate

OX286JZ

Moor Avenue

OX286NU

Pipit Lane

OX284AX

Church Green

OX285BR

Greystones Terrace

OX285LQ

Abbey Road

OX286AE

Market Square

OX286ET

High Street

OX284AZ

Church Green

OX285ER

Tower Hill

OX286BJ

Market Square

OX286DQ

Mill Street

OX286ED

Burford Road

OX286FD

Bartlett Close

OX286JB

The Old Coachyard

OX286LJ

Moor Avenue

OX284AN

Spring Close

OX285AP

Fettiplace Road

OX285LZ

Burwell Drive

OX286DS

Langdale Gate

OX289PW

Witney South

OX284BT

Wessex Industrial Estate

OX284DT

Queen Emmas Dyke

OX284FA

Avenue Two

OX285LD

Abbey Road

OX286BH

Market Square

OX286DE

Woodford Mill

OX286EN

Park Road

OX286NX

Kestrel Crescent

OX284DD

Crofters Court

OX284EG

Mallard Drive

OX284TE

Weavers Close

OX285LP

Burwell Drive

OX286HQ

High Street

OX286JP

Market Square

OX286NG

Holloway Road

OX286NW

Badger Mews

OX284EP

Orchard Way

OX285JT

Curbridge Road

OX286BS

Corn Street

OX286DU

Jacobs Close

OX286EP

Park Road

OX284BH

Two Rivers Industrial Estate

OX284DB

Waine Rush View

OX286AA

Market Square

Data Sources

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