About Drayton St Leonard

Drayton St Leonard is a small village located in Oxfordshire, England. It is situated approximately four miles south of the city of Oxford. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The local church, St Leonard's, dates back to the 12th century and is an important landmark in the area. The village is surrounded by countryside, providing opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. There are a few local amenities, including a primary school and a village hall, which serves as a community space for various events. Drayton St Leonard is well-connected, with easy access to nearby towns and the city of Oxford, making it a convenient location for those who appreciate rural living while still being close to urban facilities.

School Ratings in Drayton St Leonard

Families in Drayton St Leonard have access to 29 local schools. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Drayton St Leonard

Homes sell for an average of £532K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £752K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Drayton St Leonard

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Drayton St Leonard, with 9 incidents recorded in April 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Drayton St Leonard

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Drayton St Leonard 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 Drayton St Leonard

Drayton St Leonard 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 4,342 sales

Average Price £532K
£100 £9.59M
Detached £752K 1,506
Semi £415K 1,350
Terraced £370K 833
Flat £268K 412

Deprivation and Employment in Drayton St Leonard IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Drayton St Leonard 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
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
7,189 Children (0-15) 18%
23,297 Working Age 60%
10,923 Older (60+) 28%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 17% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.6% 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 Drayton St Leonard 57 crimes · April 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Drayton St Leonard are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

24 Violence & Sexual Offences
9 Criminal Damage & Arson
8 Public Order
5 Anti-Social Behaviour
4 Other Theft
3 Burglary
1 Drugs
1 Shoplifting
1 Vehicle Crime
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
Thames Valley Wheatley and Chalgrove 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

Culham Train Station 4.1 miles
Radley Train Station 4.8 miles
Appleford Train Station 5.2 miles
Didcot Parkway Train Station 5.7 miles
Cholsey Train Station 6.5 miles

Location

Local Government

District South Oxfordshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Wallingford
Constituency Wantage
Parish Wallingford
Region South East