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About Asthall Leigh
Asthall Leigh is a small village located in the county of Oxfordshire, in the south of England. It lies within the civil parish of Asthall and is situated near the River Cherwell, offering a peaceful rural setting. The village is part of the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, known for its rolling countryside and traditional stone buildings. The local community is close-knit, with a range of amenities including a village hall and a pub that serves as a social hub. The area is popular with walkers and cyclists, with footpaths connecting to nearby villages and the wider network of trails in the region. The postcode area OX29 covers this part of Oxfordshire, and the village is easily accessible from the A420 and A4130 roads.
School Ratings in Asthall Leigh
There are 31 schools in and around Asthall Leigh. Bartholomew School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Asthall Leigh
The average property price is £503K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £589K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Asthall Leigh
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is prevalent across Asthall Leigh, with 8 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Asthall Leigh
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Asthall Leigh ranks among the least deprived areas in England. Employment levels are strong, with low rates of working-age exclusion from the labour market. Household incomes are generally above the national average.
Local Data for Asthall Leigh
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Property Prices 4,266 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the OX29 postcode area.
Household Income in Asthall Leigh ONS 2023
The average total household income in Asthall Leigh is approximately £67,163 a year before tax, 21% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £46,973. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £46,973.
Businesses in Asthall Leigh ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,596 active businesses based in Asthall Leigh, around 58 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% 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 Asthall Leigh IMD 2025
Asthall Leigh is one of the least deprived areas in England according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment opportunities are widely accessible and household incomes tend to sit comfortably above the national average. The area benefits from strong local services and a settled, established community.
Crime in Asthall Leigh 34 crimes · May 2026
Asthall Leigh records relatively low levels of reported crime compared to national averages. Violence & sexual offences is the most commonly logged offence type, though overall numbers remain modest. The area is generally considered a safe and settled town with a strong sense of community.
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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Home Ownership in Asthall Leigh
Of the 11,464 households in and around Asthall Leigh, 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 Asthall Leigh.