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About Brookend
Brookend is a small village located in Oxfordshire, within the OX7 postcode area of England. It lies in the rural countryside, surrounded by open fields and scattered woodland. The village is characterised by its traditional English architecture, with many homes constructed from local stone and featuring tiled roofs. A narrow lane runs through the centre, connecting a few cottages and a small community hall. There is no market or regular public transport, and the population remains modest. The surrounding area is popular for walking and cycling, with footpaths leading through the countryside and along the banks of the nearby River Thame. The village has a quiet, peaceful atmosphere, typical of the Oxfordshire countryside.
School Ratings in Brookend
Brookend is served by 16 schools. The ACE Centre Nursery School and Holy Trinity Catholic School, Chipping Norton are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Brookend
Property prices average £616K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £802K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brookend
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Burglary accounts for the highest share in Brookend, with 1 incidents logged in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Brookend
Brookend falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.
Healthcare in Brookend
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Brookend, the nearest being The Charlbury Medical Centre (2.3 miles away).
Local Data for Brookend
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Property Prices 3,746 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the OX7 postcode area.
Household Income in Brookend ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brookend is approximately £62,688 a year before tax, 13% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £44,932. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £44,932.
Businesses in Brookend ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,603 active businesses based in Brookend, around 68 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 91% 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 Brookend IMD 2025
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Brookend among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.
Crime in Brookend 1 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Brookend falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Burglary tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.
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 Brookend
Of the 10,273 households in and around Brookend, 70% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 16% 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 Brookend.