About Dry Sandford

Dry Sandford is a village located in Oxfordshire, England, within the OX13 postcode area. It lies approximately three miles south of the city of Oxford, making it a convenient spot for those wishing to explore the surrounding region. The village features a mix of residential homes and green spaces, providing a pleasant environment for its residents. The local amenities include a primary school and a few shops, catering to the daily needs of the community. The nearby countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the outdoors. Dry Sandford is well-connected by road, allowing easy access to the larger towns and attractions in Oxfordshire. Overall, it serves as a quiet residential area with essential services and a connection to the beautiful landscapes of the English countryside.

School Ratings in Dry Sandford

Families in Dry Sandford have access to 59 local schools. A further 5 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Dry Sandford

Homes sell for an average of £592K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £662K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Dry Sandford

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Burglary is the leading concern across Dry Sandford, with 1 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Dry Sandford

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Dry Sandford among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Dry Sandford

Broadband services in Dry Sandford range from standard to superfast depending on location. Mobile signal strength on 4G is reasonable, though 5G and indoor coverage can be patchy. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,491 sales

Average Price £592K
£41K — £20.48M
Detached £662K 1,475
Semi £390K 510
Terraced £346K 231
Flat £253K 139

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

32 Primary
4 Secondary
23 Other
Dry Sandford Primary School Primary Good 0.3 miles Cothill House 0.6 miles Wootton St Peter's Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Appleton Church of England (A) Primary School Primary Good 1.5 miles Sunningwell Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.7 miles The Manor Preparatory School 1.9 miles Larkmead School Secondary 2.1 miles St Helen and St Katharine 2.2 miles Abingdon and Witney College 16 plus Good 2.3 miles Marcham Church of England (Voluntary Controlled) Primary School Primary Good 2.3 miles Cumnor Church of England School (Voluntary Controlled) Primary Good 2.3 miles Fitzharrys School Secondary 2.3 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Dry Sandford IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Dry Sandford 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
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
6,258 Children (0-15) 19%
19,529 Working Age 60%
8,641 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 20.1% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9% 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 Dry Sandford 7 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Dry Sandford 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 small town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

5 Violence & Sexual Offences
1 Burglary
1 Public Order
Local Policing
Thames Valley Abingdon Outer 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 6 stations

Radley Train Station 3.7 miles
Culham Train Station 5.1 miles
Appleford Train Station 6.3 miles
Didcot Parkway Train Station 7.3 miles
Hanborough Train Station 8.8 miles
Islip Train Station 9.4 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Cothill 0.6 miles Wootton 0.9 miles Bessels Leigh 0.9 miles Gozzard's Ford 1.2 miles Henwood 1.2 miles Appleton 1.4 miles Frilford Heath 1.8 miles Shippon 1.8 miles Boars Hill 1.8 miles Sunningwell 1.9 miles Foxcombe Hill 2 miles Wildmoor 2.2 miles

Local Government

District Vale of White Horse
County Oxfordshire
Ward Kingston Bagpuize
Constituency Wantage
Parish Kingston Bagpuize with Southmoor
Region South East

Streets in OX13 30 shown View all streets

A338 3 A34 1 A415 2 A420 3 Abbots Grange 1 Abingdon Road 7 Acacia Gardens 1 Aldiss Drive 2 All Saints Close 1 Amey Crescent 1 Anson Close 1 Appleby Court 1 Appleton Road 3 Arthur Evans Close 1 Bablockhythe Road 2 Badswell Lane 2 Bakehouse Lane 1 Bargus Close 1 Barnett Road 1 Barrow Close 1 Barrow Road 2 Bayworth Lane 1 Beech Close 1 Beggar's Lane 1 Bellamy Close 1 Berrymere Road 1 Besselsleigh Road 4 Betteridge Close 1 Birch Close 2 Black Horse Lane 2

Postcodes in OX13 50 shown View all postcodes

OX13 5AA OX13 5AB OX13 5AD OX13 5AE OX13 5AF OX13 5AG OX13 5AH OX13 5AJ OX13 5AL OX13 5AN OX13 5AP OX13 5AQ OX13 5AR OX13 5AS OX13 5AT OX13 5AU OX13 5AW OX13 5AX OX13 5AY OX13 5AZ OX13 5BA OX13 5BB OX13 5BD OX13 5BE OX13 5BG OX13 5BH OX13 5BJ OX13 5BL OX13 5BP OX13 5BQ OX13 5BU OX13 5BW OX13 5BX OX13 5BY OX13 5BZ OX13 5DA OX13 5DB OX13 5DD OX13 5DE OX13 5DF OX13 5DG OX13 5DH OX13 5DJ OX13 5DL OX13 5DN OX13 5DQ OX13 5DS OX13 5DT OX13 5DU OX13 5DW