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About

Wolvercote is a ward in the northern part of Oxford, bordered by the River Thames and Port Meadow. The area includes the villages of Upper and Lower Wolvercote, with a mix of residential housing and green spaces. Port Meadow, a large open grassland, is a key feature, offering walking and cycling routes along the river. The ward has a small local center with shops, pubs, and a primary school, serving the community's daily needs.

The area retains a semi-rural feel, with older cottages and newer developments blending together. Wolvercote Cemetery and St. Peter's Church add historical character, while the nearby Oxford Canal provides another scenic route. Public transport links connect the ward to central Oxford, making it a convenient location for commuters. The blend of natural landscapes and suburban living gives Wolvercote a distinct identity within the city.

Area overview

On average Wolvercote has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 73 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.6% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income of residents in Wolvercote is £69,600 per year. There are 1 schools in Wolvercote: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good).

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
73
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
10/10
Social housing
14.6%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Wolvercote Population
4,874
Population density
1,450.4 per km²

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
3,144
64.43%
Other White
708
14.51%
Chinese
125
2.56%
Other
124
2.54%
Indian
120
2.46%
Total population: 4,880

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
788
38.23%
Owns with a mortgage
493
23.92%
Private landlord or letting agency
392
19.02%
Social rents from council
240
11.64%
Other social rented
86
4.17%
Total households: 2,061

Property prices in Wolvercote

Based on 50 recent sales, the median property price is £515,000 in Wolvercote area, with individual transactions ranging from £83,750 up to £1,450,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Wolvercote 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 Wolvercote over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached11£922,500
Flats16£357,500
Semi-Detached17£795,000
Terraced6£495,000

10 years median price trend in Wolvercote

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

All postcodes in Wolvercote

OX28AX

St Peter's Road

OX28BG

Dove House Close

OX28JD

Oakthorpe Road

OX28JE

Linkside Avenue

OX28LR

Templar Road

OX28BJ

Millway Close

OX28NA

Holt Weer Close

OX28NW

Elsfield Way

OX28PQ

Godstow Road

OX28PX

Godstow Road

OX28EL

Haslemere Gardens

OX28AS

Mere Road

OX28BB

First Turn

OX28NX

Clifford Place

OX28NZ

Godstow Road

OX28QF

Wolvercote & Cutteslowe

OX28AQ

Fairlawn End

OX28EF

Wolvercote & Cutteslowe

OX28FL

Baynhams Drive

OX28JQ

Lakeside

OX28JG

Lakeside

OX28LL

Hayward Road

OX28PE

Godstow Road

OX28PG

Godstow Road

OX28AL

Godstow Road

OX28FE

Godstow Road

OX28GD

Wolvercote & Cutteslowe

OX28HX

Carey Close

OX28LB

Five Mile Drive

OX28FD

Godstow Road

OX28LP

Lovelace Road

OX28ND

Harbord Road

OX28QT

Godstow Road

OX28GB

Wolvercote & Cutteslowe

OX28FX

Elsfield Way

OX28HT

Five Mile Drive

OX28AY

Ulfgar Road

OX28FS

Calender Place

OX28LG

Wolvercote & Cutteslowe

OX28NS

Harefields

OX28PS

Clifford Place

OX28EQ

Haslemere Gardens

OX28BS

Mere Road

OX28JF

Lakeside

OX28PU

Godstow Road

OX28FA

Elsfield Way

OX28JB

Lakeside

OX28JJ

Rothafield Road

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 01/12/2025.