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About Cane End
Cane End is a small settlement located in Oxfordshire, England, within the RG4 postcode area. It lies to the west of the town of Wantage and is situated near the River Thames. The area is primarily residential, with a mix of modern and older housing developments. Cane End is close to the A417 road, providing access to nearby towns and cities. The surrounding countryside offers open fields and wooded areas, typical of the Oxfordshire landscape. While it is not a major tourist destination, the village has a quiet, rural character and is part of the civil parish of Wantage. Local amenities are limited, with residents relying on nearby towns for shopping and services. The area is known for its peaceful environment and proximity to the River Thames, which is popular for walking and fishing.
School Ratings in Cane End
Families in Cane End have access to 86 local schools. Caversham Nursery School and Caversham Preparatory School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Cane End
Homes sell for an average of £549K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £769K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cane End
Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Cane End, with 108 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Cane End
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Cane End 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 Cane End
There are 5 GP surgeries within three miles of Cane End, the nearest being Sonning Common Health Ctr (2 miles away).
Local Data for Cane End
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Property Prices 5,156 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the RG4 postcode area.
Household Income in Cane End ONS 2023
The average total household income in Cane End is approximately £74,708 a year before tax, 35% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £52,825. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £52,825.
Businesses in Cane End ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,610 active businesses based in Cane End, around 39 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 9 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Cane End IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Cane End 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 Cane End 474 crimes · May 2026
Crime figures for Cane End are higher than the England and Wales average, with violence & sexual offences the most prevalent offence recorded. Urban density and footfall contribute to elevated reporting in areas like this. Ongoing investment in policing and community safety programmes aims to improve the picture.
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 Cane End
Of the 16,386 households in and around Cane End, 76% are owned, 9% 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 Cane End.