About Bruern Abbey

Bruern Abbey is located in the village of Bruern, within Oxfordshire, England. The site is known for its historic abbey ruins, which date back to the 12th century and were originally part of a Cistercian monastery. The remains include parts of the church and cloister, offering insight into medieval monastic life. The area is peaceful and well-maintained, with walking paths around the grounds that allow visitors to explore the site at their own pace. The abbey is now managed by English Heritage, and while the buildings are in a state of ruin, they are preserved for their historical significance. The surrounding countryside is typical of the Oxfordshire landscape, with open fields and scattered trees. The postcode area OX7 covers the local region, and the site is accessible by road from nearby towns. It is a place of quiet reflection and historical interest, suitable for those with an interest in medieval architecture and religious history.

School Ratings in Bruern Abbey

Bruern Abbey is served by 11 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 Bruern Abbey

Property prices average £613K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £796K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Bruern Abbey

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Burglary accounts for the highest share in Bruern Abbey, with 1 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Bruern Abbey

Bruern Abbey 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Bruern Abbey

Most properties in Bruern Abbey can access superfast or ultrafast broadband. 4G coverage is extensive and 5G is increasingly available across the area. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 3,899 sales

Average Price £613K
£1K — £18.04M
Detached £796K 1,270
Semi £412K 934
Terraced £372K 911
Flat £240K 445

Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools

7 Primary
1 Secondary
3 Other
Bledington Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Wychwood Church of England Primary School Primary 1.6 miles Kingham Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Windrush Valley School 2.6 miles Kingham Hill School 3.5 miles The Rissington School Primary Good 3.6 miles Chadlington Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Leafield Church of England Primary School Primary 4.5 miles St Mary's Church of England (Aided) Primary School, Chipping Norton Primary Good 4.8 miles Chipping Norton School Secondary 4.9 miles The ACE Centre Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Bruern Abbey IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Bruern Abbey 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.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,165 Children (0-15) 17%
31,459 Working Age 57%
18,631 Older (60+) 34%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.4% 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 Bruern Abbey 4 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Bruern Abbey 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.

1 Burglary
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Drugs
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Thames Valley Chipping Norton 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

Kingham Train Station 1.4 miles
Charlbury Train Station 5.4 miles
Finstock Train Station 6.6 miles
Moreton-In-Marsh Train Station 8.4 miles
Combe (Oxon) Train Station 10 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Lyneham 0.6 miles Milton under Wychwood 1.2 miles Bould 1.4 miles Foscot 1.4 miles Fifield 1.8 miles Bledington 1.8 miles Idbury 2 miles Shipton under Wychwood 2 miles Kingham 2 miles Upper Milton 2 miles Ascott Earl 2.2 miles Sarsden 2.2 miles

Local Government

District West Oxfordshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Charlbury and Finstock
Constituency Witney
Parish Charlbury
Region South East

Streets in OX7 30 shown View all streets

A3400 3 A361 3 A424 2 A44 12 Ackerman Road 1 Akeman Street 3 Albion Place 1 Albion Street 4 Alexandra Square 2 Ansell Way 2 Arundel View 1 Ascott Road 1 B4022 4 B4026 7 B4030 11 B4031 2 B4437 5 B4450 8 Ballard Close 1 Ballards Close 2 Banbury Hill 3 Banbury Road 9 Banbury Road Crossing 2 Bartlett Close 1 Bayliss Yard 2 Beaconsfield Farm 2 Bell Yard 3 Besbury Lane 1 Bicester Road 4 Bradleys 1

Postcodes in OX7 50 shown View all postcodes

OX7 3AA OX7 3AB OX7 3AD OX7 3AE OX7 3AF OX7 3AG OX7 3AH OX7 3AJ OX7 3AL OX7 3AN OX7 3AP OX7 3AQ OX7 3AR OX7 3AS OX7 3AT OX7 3AU OX7 3AW OX7 3AX OX7 3AY OX7 3AZ OX7 3BA OX7 3BF OX7 3BG OX7 3BJ OX7 3BL OX7 3BN OX7 3BP OX7 3BS OX7 3BT OX7 3BU OX7 3BW OX7 3BX OX7 3BY OX7 3BZ OX7 3DA OX7 3DB OX7 3DD OX7 3DE OX7 3DF OX7 3DG OX7 3DH OX7 3DJ OX7 3DL OX7 3DN OX7 3DP OX7 3DQ OX7 3DS OX7 3DT OX7 3DU OX7 3DW