Ascott-under-Wychwood on the map

Ascott-under-Wychwood built-up area

Built-up area0.3 km² (0.1 sq mi)

Location in OxfordshireAscott-under-Wychwood sits where the marker shows within the county.

23,724
Population
9,835
Households
8 / 10
Deprivation decile
Among least deprived
10
Schools nearby
£62,688
Avg. household income
1,603
Businesses
81
People per km²
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About Ascott-under-Wychwood

Ascott-under-Wychwood is a small village located in Oxfordshire, England, within the picturesque Cotswold Hills. It lies just south of the town of Chipping Norton and is known for its rural setting and traditional English countryside character. The village is centred around a small cluster of stone buildings, including a church and a few cottages, with open fields and wooded areas surrounding it. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, offering access to footpaths and bridleways that lead through the surrounding countryside. The village is part of the civil parish of Ascott-under-Wychwood and is situated within the OX7 postcode area. It retains a quiet, peaceful atmosphere, with a strong sense of community and local history.

School Ratings in Ascott-under-Wychwood

Families in Ascott-under-Wychwood have access to 10 local 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-under-Wychwood

Homes sell for an average of £616K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £802K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Ascott-under-Wychwood

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Burglary is the leading concern across Ascott-under-Wychwood, with 1 incidents recorded in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Ascott-under-Wychwood

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Ascott-under-Wychwood 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.

Healthcare in Ascott-under-Wychwood

There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Ascott-under-Wychwood, the nearest being Wychwood Surgery (1.7 miles away).

Local Data for Ascott-under-Wychwood

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Property Prices 3,746 sales

Average Price £616K
£1K , £18.04M
Detached £802K 1,261
Semi £433K 900
Terraced £382K 843
Flat £234K 430

Schools & Education 10 within 5 miles View all schools

9 Primary
1 Other
Outstanding 3
Good 9

Ofsted ratings for schools in the OX7 postcode area.

Windrush Valley School Not applicable 0.2 miles Wychwood Church of England Primary School Primary 1.9 miles Leafield Church of England Primary School Primary 2.1 miles Chadlington Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.9 miles Charlbury Primary School Primary Good 3.5 miles Finstock Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 3.7 miles Bledington Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles Kingham Primary School Primary Good 4.4 miles Hailey Church of England Primary School Primary 4.7 miles St Kenelm's Church of England (VC) School Primary Good 4.9 miles

Household Income in Ascott-under-Wychwood ONS 2023

The average total household income in Ascott-under-Wychwood 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.

Ascott-under-Wychwood £62,688
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £44,932.

Businesses in Ascott-under-Wychwood ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,603 active businesses based in Ascott-under-Wychwood, 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.

1,603 Total businesses
68 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 91%
Small, 10-49 8%
Medium, 50-249 1%
Large, 250+ 0%

Deprivation and Employment in Ascott-under-Wychwood IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Ascott-under-Wychwood 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.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 57%
Older 65+ 26%
4,027 Children (0-15) 17%
13,568 Working Age 57%
6,133 Older (65+) 26%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.7% 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 Ascott-under-Wychwood 1 crimes · May 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Ascott-under-Wychwood are lower than the England and Wales average. While burglary is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

Burglary 1
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Charlbury Train Station 2.9 miles
Finstock Train Station 3.9 miles
Kingham Train Station 3.9 miles
Combe (Oxon) Train Station 7.2 miles
Hanborough Train Station 8.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Ascott d' Oyley 0 yards Ascott Earl 0.6 miles Chilson 0.9 miles Shorthampton 1.8 miles Langley 1.9 miles Shipton under Wychwood 2 miles Chimney-end 2 miles Leafield 2 miles Lyneham 2.2 miles Lower End 2.2 miles Chadlington 2.2 miles Brookend 2.2 miles

Local Government

District West Oxfordshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Charlbury and Finstock
Constituency Witney
Parish Charlbury
Region South East

Home Ownership in Ascott-under-Wychwood

Of the 10,273 households in and around Ascott-under-Wychwood, 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%.

Owned 70% Social rented 14% Private rented 16%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Ascott-under-Wychwood.

Frequently Asked Questions about Ascott-under-Wychwood

What is the population of Ascott-under-Wychwood?
Ascott-under-Wychwood has a population of approximately 23,724 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Ascott-under-Wychwood?
The average property in and around Ascott-under-Wychwood sold for about £616,316, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 77% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Ascott-under-Wychwood a deprived area?
Ascott-under-Wychwood sits among the least deprived areas in England, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 8 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Ascott-under-Wychwood?
Ascott-under-Wychwood is covered by the OX7 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Ascott-under-Wychwood?
There are 10 schools within 5 miles of Ascott-under-Wychwood, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Ascott-under-Wychwood?
The nearest railway station to Ascott-under-Wychwood is Charlbury Train Station, about 2.9 miles away.

Streets in OX7 30 shown View all streets

A3400 3 A361 3 A424 2 A44 12 Ackerman Road 1 Akeman Street 3 Albion Place 1 Albion Street 4 Alexandra Square 2 Ansell Way 2 Arundel View 1 Ascott Road 1 B4022 4 B4026 7 B4030 11 B4031 2 B4437 5 B4450 8 Ballard Close 1 Ballards Close 2 Banbury Hill 3 Banbury Road 9 Banbury Road Crossing 2 Bartlett Close 1 Bayliss Yard 2 Beaconsfield Farm 2 Bell Yard 3 Besbury Lane 1 Bicester Road 4 Bradleys 1

Postcodes in OX7 50 shown View all postcodes

OX7 3AA OX7 3AB OX7 3AD OX7 3AE OX7 3AF OX7 3AG OX7 3AH OX7 3AJ OX7 3AL OX7 3AN OX7 3AP OX7 3AQ OX7 3AR OX7 3AS OX7 3AT OX7 3AU OX7 3AW OX7 3AX OX7 3AY OX7 3AZ OX7 3BA OX7 3BF OX7 3BG OX7 3BJ OX7 3BL OX7 3BN OX7 3BP OX7 3BS OX7 3BT OX7 3BU OX7 3BW OX7 3BX OX7 3BY OX7 3BZ OX7 3DA OX7 3DB OX7 3DD OX7 3DE OX7 3DF OX7 3DG OX7 3DH OX7 3DJ OX7 3DL OX7 3DN OX7 3DP OX7 3DQ OX7 3DS OX7 3DT OX7 3DU OX7 3DW