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Location in OxfordshireBurcot sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Burcot
Burcot is a small village located in Oxfordshire, within the OX14 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the River Thames, near the border with Gloucestershire, and is part of the civil parish of Burcot and Easington. 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 area’s medieval heritage. The surrounding landscape is largely rural, with open fields and scattered farmsteads contributing to a peaceful atmosphere. The village is accessible by road via the A415, which connects it to nearby towns such as Burford and Lechlade. While small in size, Burcot retains a sense of community and offers a quiet retreat in the English countryside.
School Ratings in Burcot
Families in Burcot have access to 62 local schools. A further 14 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Burcot
Homes sell for an average of £501K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £582K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Burcot
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Burcot, with 29 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Burcot
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Burcot 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 Burcot
There are 2 GP surgeries within three miles of Burcot, the nearest being Berinsfield Health Centre (0.7 miles away).
Local Data for Burcot
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Property Prices 6,284 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the OX14 postcode area.
Household Income in Burcot ONS 2023
The average total household income in Burcot is approximately £65,336 a year before tax, 18% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £47,943. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £47,943.
Businesses in Burcot ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,846 active businesses based in Burcot, around 39 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 86% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 64 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Burcot IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Burcot 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 Burcot 222 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Burcot is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
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
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Home Ownership in Burcot
Of the 19,681 households in and around Burcot, 69% are owned, 15% 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 Burcot.