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About Ascott Earl
Ascott Earl is a small village located in the county of Oxfordshire, in the south of England. It lies within the civil parish of Ascott-under-Wychwood and is situated near the River Evenlode. The village is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character, with a mix of historic and modern homes. The surrounding area is largely agricultural, with open fields and woodland contributing to a peaceful environment.
The village is part of the OX7 postcode area and is accessible via local roads connecting it to nearby towns such as Chipping Norton and Banbury. While small in size, Ascott Earl offers a quiet, community-focused atmosphere with a strong sense of local identity. It is a place where residents enjoy a close-knit lifestyle and a connection to the natural landscape of the Cotswolds.
School Ratings in Ascott Earl
Ascott Earl is served by 10 schools. The ACE Centre Nursery School and Holy Trinity Catholic School, Chipping Norton are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Ascott Earl
Property prices average £616K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £802K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ascott Earl
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Burglary accounts for the highest share in Ascott Earl, with 1 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Ascott Earl
Ascott Earl falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.
Healthcare in Ascott Earl
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Ascott Earl, the nearest being Wychwood Surgery (1 miles away).
Local Data for Ascott Earl
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Property Prices 3,746 sales
Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the OX7 postcode area.
Household Income in Ascott Earl ONS 2023
The average total household income in Ascott Earl is approximately £62,688 a year before tax, 13% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £44,932. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £44,932.
Businesses in Ascott Earl ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,603 active businesses based in Ascott Earl, around 68 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 19 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Ascott Earl IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Ascott Earl among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.
Crime in Ascott Earl 1 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Ascott Earl falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Burglary tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 5 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Ascott Earl
Of the 10,273 households in and around Ascott Earl, 70% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 16% 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 Ascott Earl.