Oving on the map
Built-up area0.3 km² (0.1 sq mi)
Location in BuckinghamshireOving sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Oving
Oving is a small village located in Buckinghamshire, England, within the HP22 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. Oving is surrounded by the picturesque countryside, offering a peaceful setting for its residents. The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities catering to everyday needs.
The village is situated near larger towns, providing easy access to more extensive facilities and services. Oving is served by local transport links, making it convenient for commuting to nearby areas. The surrounding landscape is characterised by open fields and woodlands, which can be enjoyed through various walking routes. Overall, Oving presents a simple, rural lifestyle with the benefits of nearby urban conveniences.
School Ratings in Oving
Families in Oving have access to 24 local schools. Chiltern Way Academy is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 13 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Oving
Homes sell for an average of £536K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £648K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Oving
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Oving, with 22 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Oving
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Oving among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.
Local Data for Oving
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Property Prices 5,790 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the HP22 postcode area.
Household Income in Oving ONS 2023
The average total household income in Oving is approximately £75,995 a year before tax, 37% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £51,861. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £51,861.
Businesses in Oving ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,674 active businesses based in Oving, around 52 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 93% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 12 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Oving IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Oving experiences very low levels of deprivation. The local economy supports strong employment and incomes are above the national average. Access to services, education and healthcare in the area is generally good.
Crime in Oving 190 crimes · April 2026
Crime in Oving is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Oving
Of the 12,628 households in and around Oving, 76% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 13% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Oving.