About Berinsfield

Berinsfield is a village located in Oxfordshire, within the OX10 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Bicester and is situated near the River Thame. The village has a long history, with evidence of settlement dating back to the Anglo-Saxon period. The church of St Mary, a Grade I listed building, is a prominent feature and reflects the village’s historical significance. Berinsfield is surrounded by rural countryside, with fields and hedgerows typical of the Oxfordshire landscape. The village is served by a small community centre and a pub, which contribute to its local character. It is accessible by road via the A41, and the nearest railway station is in Bicester, about five miles away. The population is modest, and the community maintains a close-knit atmosphere.

School Ratings in Berinsfield

Families in Berinsfield have access to 44 local schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Berinsfield

Homes sell for an average of £532K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £752K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Berinsfield

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Berinsfield, with 7 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Berinsfield

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Berinsfield 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Berinsfield

Berinsfield benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 4,342 sales

Average Price £532K
£100 £9.59M
Detached £752K 1,506
Semi £415K 1,350
Terraced £370K 833
Flat £268K 412

Deprivation and Employment in Berinsfield IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Berinsfield 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
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
7,189 Children (0-15) 18%
23,297 Working Age 60%
10,923 Older (60+) 28%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 17% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.6% 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 Berinsfield 64 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Berinsfield 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 town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

34 Violence & Sexual Offences
7 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Other Theft
4 Public Order
3 Burglary
3 Criminal Damage & Arson
3 Shoplifting
2 Other Crime
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Vehicle Crime
Local Policing
Thames Valley Wallingford, Berinsfield and Cholsey Visit force website →
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 5 stations

Culham Train Station 2.9 miles
Radley Train Station 3.6 miles
Appleford Train Station 4.2 miles
Didcot Parkway Train Station 4.8 miles
Cholsey Train Station 6.5 miles

Location

Local Government

District South Oxfordshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Wallingford
Constituency Wantage
Parish Wallingford
Region South East

Notable & Famous People from Berinsfield 1 people

Mark Wright
Association football coach
English association football player