Bletchingdon on the map
Built-up area0.2 km² (0.1 sq mi)
Location in OxfordshireBletchingdon sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Bletchingdon
Bletchingdon is a small village located in Oxfordshire, within the OX5 postcode area of England. It lies to the north of the town of Bicester and is surrounded by rural countryside typical of the region. The village has a long history, with records indicating its existence in the Domesday Book of 1086. It is situated near the River Cherwell and is close to the A41 road, which connects Oxford to the Midlands. The local landscape features open fields, hedgerows, and scattered farmsteads, reflecting the agricultural character of the area. Bletchingdon is part of the civil parish of Bletchingdon and is known for its quiet, rural setting. The village has a small community and retains a traditional English village atmosphere.
School Ratings in Bletchingdon
Families in Bletchingdon have access to 23 local schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Bletchingdon
Homes sell for an average of £487K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £391K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bletchingdon
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Bletchingdon, with 1 incidents recorded in April 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Bletchingdon
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Bletchingdon 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 Bletchingdon
There are 6 GP surgeries within three miles of Bletchingdon, the nearest being Islip Surgery (2.4 miles away).
Local Data for Bletchingdon
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Property Prices 2,880 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the OX5 postcode area.
Household Income in Bletchingdon ONS 2023
The average total household income in Bletchingdon is approximately £63,059 a year before tax, 14% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £46,142. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £46,142.
Businesses in Bletchingdon ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,111 active businesses based in Bletchingdon, around 45 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 43 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Bletchingdon IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Bletchingdon 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.
Crime in Bletchingdon 8 crimes · April 2026
Crime levels in Bletchingdon 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.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Bletchingdon
Of the 10,537 households in and around Bletchingdon, 72% are owned, 10% are socially rented and 18% 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 Bletchingdon.