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Wolvercote

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About

Wolvercote ward encompasses the northern edge of Oxford, bordered by the River Thames and Port Meadow. It includes the suburban village of Wolvercote itself, along with the residential areas of Cutteslowe and Summertown. The ward contains a mix of housing, from interwar semis to modern developments, alongside local shops and schools. Port Meadow's large expanse of common land provides open space, with walking paths along the river and across the grazing fields.

The area is characterised by its proximity to both open countryside and the city's amenities. The historic Wolvercote Paper Mill, once a major employer, has been redeveloped. The Trout Inn and The Plough are traditional pubs situated by the river. The ward is also home to part of the University of Oxford's sports facilities. Its location offers a distinct transition from the urban centre to the rural landscapes beyond the city boundary.

Area overview

On average Wolvercote has very low deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 81 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.8% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Wolvercote is £71,481 per year. There are 1 schools in Wolvercote: 1 primary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good) and 0 secondary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good). Wolvercote is home to around 4,874 people, with a population density of about 1,450.4 per km2.

Crime rate
5/10
Crimes per 1k residents
81
Deprivation level
2/10
Income level
8/10
Social housing
14.8%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

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

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
34.06(+8%)
Public order
11.08(+81%)
Criminal damage and arson
9.64(+50%)
Other theft
7.8(+40%)
Anti-social behaviour
7.59(-34%)
South East average

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

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
2,391
60.35%
No qualifications
437
11.03%
Level 3 (A level)
404
10.2%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
327
8.25%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
230
5.81%
Total 16+ residents: 3,962

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 56 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
Detached12£963,750
Flats18£357,500
Semi-Detached17£676,000
Terraced9£462,000

10 years median price trend in Wolvercote

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

Data Sources

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