About Thenford

Thenford is a small village located in Northamptonshire, England, within the OX17 postcode area. It is characterised by its rural setting, surrounded by the English countryside. The village is primarily residential, with a few local amenities that cater to the needs of the community. One notable feature of Thenford is the presence of the Thenford House and Gardens, which attract visitors interested in horticulture. The gardens are well-maintained and offer a variety of plant species. The village also has a local church that reflects the architectural style of the region. Overall, Thenford provides a peaceful environment for those looking to experience village life in Northamptonshire.

School Ratings in Thenford

Families in Thenford have access to 41 local schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Thenford

Homes sell for an average of £598K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £575K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Thenford

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Other theft is the leading concern across Thenford, with 8 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Thenford

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Thenford around the national average for deprivation. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Thenford

Broadband services in Thenford range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,286 sales

Average Price £598K
£1K — £43.18M
Detached £575K 1,048
Semi £352K 660
Terraced £335K 334
Flat £207K 96

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

30 Primary
5 Secondary
6 Other
Middleton Cheney Children's Centre 1 miles Middleton Cheney Primary Academy Primary 1 miles Chenderit School Secondary Good 1 miles Farthinghoe Primary School Primary 1.8 miles Chacombe CEVA Primary Academy Primary 1.9 miles Greatworth Primary School Primary 2.4 miles St Leonard's Church of England Primary School Primary 3 miles East Street Children and Family Centre Good 3.1 miles Dashwood Banbury Academy Primary Good 3.2 miles Kings Sutton Primary Academy Primary Good 3.3 miles Newbottle and Charlton Church of England Primary School Primary 3.4 miles Longford Park Primary School Primary Outstanding 3.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Thenford IMD 2025

Deprivation levels in Thenford are around the national average based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment is accessible for most residents and household incomes reflect the broader national picture. The area maintains a steady balance between affordability and quality of life.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
2/10
Living Environment
5/10
6,887 Children (0-15) 18%
23,793 Working Age 61%
10,561 Older (60+) 27%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 10.1% of over-60s in income-deprived households
Data from English Indices of Deprivation 2025 · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0

Crime in Thenford 58 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Thenford are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

23 Violence & Sexual Offences
8 Other Theft
6 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Public Order
3 Vehicle Crime
2 Burglary
1 Bicycle Theft
1 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Shoplifting
1 Theft from Person
Local Policing
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Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 1 stations

Kings Sutton Train Station 3.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Middleton Cheney 0.6 miles Lower Middleton Cheney 0.6 miles Great Purston 1.2 miles Marston St Lawrence 1.4 miles Farthinghoe 1.8 miles Chacombe 1.8 miles Overthorpe 2 miles Warkworth 2 miles Thorpe Mandeville 2.2 miles Nethercote 2.5 miles Upper Astrop 2.5 miles Greatworth 2.6 miles

Local Government

District Cherwell
County Oxfordshire
Ward Cropredy, Sibfords & Wroxton
Constituency Banbury
Parish Wardington
Region South East

Streets in OX17 30 shown View all streets

A422 3 A423 4 Adderbury Court 1 Adderbury Grounds Farm 1 Adderbury Park 1 Allens Orchard 1 Appletree Road 5 Arbury Banks 1 Archery Road 2 Arrow Close 1 Arundel Close 1 Ashlade 1 Astrop Gardens 1 Astrop Grange 1 Astrop Road 7 Aynho Court 1 Aynho Road 10 B4031 1 B4100 5 Back Hill 1 Balmoral Way 1 Banbury Lane 19 Banbury Road 28 Barley Hill 2 Barnett Road 1 Barton Close 1 Beanfurlong 1 Bell View 1 Bennett Close 1 Berry Hill Road 1

Postcodes in OX17 50 shown View all postcodes

OX17 1AA OX17 1AB OX17 1AD OX17 1AE OX17 1AF OX17 1AG OX17 1AH OX17 1AJ OX17 1AL OX17 1AP OX17 1AQ OX17 1AR OX17 1AS OX17 1AT OX17 1AU OX17 1AW OX17 1AX OX17 1AY OX17 1AZ OX17 1BA OX17 1BB OX17 1BD OX17 1BE OX17 1BG OX17 1BH OX17 1BJ OX17 1BL OX17 1BN OX17 1BP OX17 1BQ OX17 1BS OX17 1BT OX17 1BU OX17 1BW OX17 1BX OX17 1BY OX17 1BZ OX17 1DA OX17 1DB OX17 1DD OX17 1DE OX17 1DF OX17 1DG OX17 1DH OX17 1DL OX17 1DN OX17 1DP OX17 1DQ OX17 1DR OX17 1DS