About Cassington

Cassington is a small village located in Oxfordshire, within the OX29 postcode area of England. It lies to the west of the town of Witney and is situated near the River Windrush. 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 village’s medieval origins. The surrounding countryside is characterised by rolling fields and traditional hedgerows, typical of the Oxfordshire landscape. Cassington is part of the civil parish of Cassington and is known for its rural tranquillity and close-knit community. The village has a small number of residential properties, with a mix of older stone cottages and more modern homes. It is well-connected to nearby towns and offers easy access to the Cotswolds and the wider Oxfordshire region.

School Ratings in Cassington

Cassington is served by 50 schools. Bartholomew School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Cassington

Property prices average £499K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £584K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Cassington

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Criminal damage & arson accounts for the highest share in Cassington, with 6 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Cassington

Cassington 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 Cassington

Most properties in Cassington 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 4,874 sales

Average Price £499K
£1K £15.4M
Detached £584K 2,256
Semi £362K 1,366
Terraced £343K 728
Flat £211K 166

Deprivation and Employment in Cassington IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Cassington 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
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
8,991 Children (0-15) 18%
30,086 Working Age 59%
14,925 Older (60+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.2% 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 Cassington 37 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Cassington falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.

19 Violence & Sexual Offences
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
4 Other Crime
3 Anti-Social Behaviour
3 Other Theft
1 Burglary
1 Vehicle Crime
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

Hanborough Train Station 2.7 miles
Combe (Oxon) Train Station 3.7 miles
Islip Train Station 5 miles
Tackley Train Station 6.5 miles
Finstock Train Station 7 miles
Radley Train Station 8.4 miles

Location

Local Government

District West Oxfordshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Witney West
Constituency Witney
Parish Witney
Region South East