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Location in OxfordshireBarton Abbey sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Barton Abbey
Barton Abbey is located in the civil parish of Barton-on-the-Heath, within Oxfordshire, England. The site is situated in a rural area, with the nearby village of Barton-on-the-Heath providing local amenities. The abbey itself is a historic monastic foundation, originally established in the 12th century as a house of Augustinian canons. Although the buildings are now in ruins, the remains offer insight into medieval monastic life. The site is accessible to the public and is maintained as a scheduled monument. The surrounding countryside is typical of the Oxfordshire landscape, with open fields and scattered trees. The postcode area OX25 covers the village and its immediate surroundings.
School Ratings in Barton Abbey
There are 10 schools in and around Barton Abbey. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Barton Abbey
The average property price is £738K, with detached homes making up the majority of the housing stock at around £572K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Barton Abbey
Recorded crime levels are lower than the national average. Other theft is prevalent across Barton Abbey, with 4 recorded incidents in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Barton Abbey
Barton Abbey sits around the middle of the national deprivation scale, according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. 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 Barton Abbey
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Property Prices 2,355 sales
Schools & Education 10 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the OX25 postcode area.
Household Income in Barton Abbey ONS 2023
The average total household income in Barton Abbey is approximately £73,117 a year before tax, 32% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £51,122. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £51,122.
Businesses in Barton Abbey ONS 2025
There are approximately 759 active businesses based in Barton Abbey, around 56 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% 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 Barton Abbey IMD 2025
Barton Abbey sits around the national average for deprivation according to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. Employment and income levels are broadly typical, reflecting a mixed local economy. The area offers a balance of residential and commercial activity common to most parts of England.
Crime in Barton Abbey 19 crimes · May 2026
Barton Abbey 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 small 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 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Barton Abbey
Of the 5,030 households in and around Barton Abbey, 69% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 20% 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 Barton Abbey.