About Chazey Heath

Chazey Heath is a small settlement located in Oxfordshire, within the RG4 postcode area of England. It lies in a rural part of the county, surrounded by open countryside and agricultural land. The area is characterised by its quiet, peaceful environment and is situated near the village of Chipping Norton, which provides local amenities and services. The landscape features rolling fields and scattered woodland, typical of the Oxfordshire countryside. While it is not a large community, Chazey Heath offers a tranquil setting for those seeking a countryside lifestyle. The nearest major towns are accessible by road, and the area benefits from good transport links to Oxford and other parts of the region.

School Ratings in Chazey Heath

Families in Chazey Heath have access to 123 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 Chazey Heath

Homes sell for an average of £576K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £784K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Chazey Heath

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Chazey Heath, with 62 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Chazey Heath

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Chazey Heath 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Chazey Heath

Chazey Heath benefits from solid broadband infrastructure, including superfast and ultrafast services. Mobile reception across 4G and 5G is dependable in most locations. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 5,250 sales

Average Price £576K
£2K £39M
Detached £784K 1,614
Semi £525K 1,480
Terraced £391K 1,242
Flat £273K 736

Deprivation and Employment in Chazey Heath IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Chazey Heath 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.

Overall Deprivation
9/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
7/10
10,449 Children (0-15) 19%
33,908 Working Age 62%
13,238 Older (60+) 24%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 15.3% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 12.7% 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 Chazey Heath 387 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for Chazey Heath 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.

148 Violence & Sexual Offences
62 Shoplifting
31 Other Theft
30 Anti-Social Behaviour
23 Criminal Damage & Arson
20 Public Order
16 Vehicle Crime
14 Other Crime
11 Drugs
10 Bicycle Theft
10 Burglary
10 Robbery
1 Weapons
1 Theft from Person
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

Tilehurst Train Station 1.9 miles
Reading West Train Station 2.6 miles
Pangbourne Train Station 3.9 miles
Earley Train Station 5 miles
Theale Train Station 5.1 miles
Henley-On-Thames Train Station 5.1 miles

Location

Local Government

District Reading
County Oxfordshire
Ward Caversham
Constituency Reading East
Parish Reading, unparished area
Region South East