About Broadplat

Broadplat is a small settlement located in Oxfordshire, within the RG9 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and is primarily residential, with a mix of detached and semi-detached homes. There are no major commercial centres or public transport links within the immediate vicinity, making it a quiet place for those seeking a calm lifestyle. The village is situated near the border with Berkshire, and the nearby town of Didcot offers access to rail services and larger amenities. Broadplat is part of the civil parish of Cholsey, and the local community is small but active, with regular events held at the village hall. The landscape is typical of the Oxfordshire countryside, with rolling fields and scattered trees.

School Ratings in Broadplat

Families in Broadplat have access to 29 local schools. Gillotts School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Broadplat

Homes sell for an average of £916K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £1.3M.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Broadplat

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Broadplat, with 9 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Broadplat

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Broadplat 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 Broadplat

Broadplat 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 3,970 sales

Average Price £916K
£2K £18.99M
Detached £1.25M 1,416
Semi £698K 667
Terraced £639K 834
Flat £439K 743

Deprivation and Employment in Broadplat IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Broadplat 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
9/10
Employment
9/10
Education
9/10
Health
10/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
5/10
6,759 Children (0-15) 17%
23,603 Working Age 59%
12,692 Older (60+) 32%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 11.8% 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 Broadplat 74 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Broadplat 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.

30 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Public Order
8 Anti-Social Behaviour
7 Shoplifting
6 Burglary
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Other Theft
1 Drugs
1 Weapons
1 Robbery
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
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 6 stations

Henley-On-Thames Train Station 1.9 miles
Shiplake Train Station 3.4 miles
Wargrave Train Station 4.3 miles
Twyford Train Station 5.9 miles
Tilehurst Train Station 6.4 miles
Reading West Train Station 6.6 miles

Location

Local Government

District South Oxfordshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Henley-on-Thames
Constituency Henley
Parish Henley-on-Thames
Region South East