About Faringdon

Faringdon is a market town located in Oxfordshire, England, within the postcode area SN7. The town has a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants, making it a convenient place for both residents and visitors. Faringdon's market square is a focal point, hosting a weekly market that offers local produce and goods. The town is also home to several historical buildings, including the 17th-century Faringdon Town Hall and the 19th-century St. John's Church. Nearby, you can find the Faringdon Folly, a tower that provides views of the surrounding countryside. The area is well-connected by road, making it easy to explore the nearby attractions and the beautiful Oxfordshire landscape.

School Ratings in Faringdon

Faringdon is served by 14 schools. Buckland Church of England Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 4 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Faringdon

Property prices average £407K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £537K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Faringdon

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Faringdon, with 8 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Faringdon

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Faringdon falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Faringdon

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Faringdon, though coverage is not uniform. 4G mobile signal is available in most areas, with 5G access more limited. For the latest speed predictions, visit Ofcom's broadband checker.

Property Prices 2,808 sales

Average Price £407K
£1K — £4.15M
Detached £537K 1,183
Semi £336K 622
Terraced £288K 598
Flat £167K 304

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary
1 Secondary
2 Other
The Elms Primary School Primary 168 yards Folly View Primary Primary 0.7 miles Faringdon Community College Secondary Good 0.7 miles Shellingford Church of England (Voluntary Aided) School Primary Good 2.4 miles St Hugh's School 2.9 miles Longcot and Fernham Church of England Primary School Primary 2.9 miles Stanford In the Vale CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Clanfield CofE Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Buckland Church of England Primary School Primary Outstanding 3.9 miles Uffington Church of England Primary School Primary Good 4 miles Watchfield Primary School Primary 4.1 miles Shrivenham Church of England School Primary 4.9 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Faringdon IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Faringdon in the mid-range nationally. Employment and income levels are close to the England average, with a mix of opportunities across sectors. Overall living conditions are comparable to similar areas across the country.

Overall Deprivation
7/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
4,305 Children (0-15) 20%
12,866 Working Age 59%
5,920 Older (60+) 27%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 24.4% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11.7% 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 Faringdon 53 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Faringdon 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 small town.

24 Violence & Sexual Offences
8 Shoplifting
6 Anti-Social Behaviour
5 Other Theft
2 Burglary
2 Criminal Damage & Arson
2 Drugs
2 Public Order
1 Weapons
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
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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.

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Little Coxwell 1.2 miles Great Coxwell 1.8 miles Thrupp 2 miles Eaton Hastings 2.2 miles Littleworth 2.2 miles Shellingford 2.2 miles Radcot 2.5 miles Fernham 2.6 miles Carswell Marsh 3.1 miles Kelmscott 3.1 miles Hatford 3.2 miles Longcot 3.2 miles

Local Government

District Vale of White Horse
County Oxfordshire
Ward Faringdon
Constituency Wantage
Parish Great Faringdon
Region South East

Streets in SN7 30 shown View all streets

284 2/20 1 A420 8 Alfred Woods Court 1 Ampthill Way 2 Ash Close 2 Ashtree Farm Lane 1 B4019 1 B4507 1 B4508 9 Badbury Close 1 Bakers Square 1 Barcote Lane 1 Baulking Lane 2 Beech Close 1 Bennett Road 2 Berner's Way 5 Blackthorn Row 1 Brick Kiln Rise 1 Broad Street 1 Broad Way 1 Bromsgrove 3 Bryan Way 1 Buckland Road 6 Butts Road 1 Canada Lane 3 Carey Court 2 Carswell Lane 2 Carters Crescent 1 Castle Crescent 2 Catkins Close 1

Postcodes in SN7 50 shown View all postcodes

SN7 7AA SN7 7AB SN7 7AD SN7 7AE SN7 7AF SN7 7AG SN7 7AH SN7 7AJ SN7 7AL SN7 7AN SN7 7AP SN7 7AQ SN7 7AR SN7 7AS SN7 7AT SN7 7AU SN7 7AW SN7 7AX SN7 7AY SN7 7AZ SN7 7BA SN7 7BB SN7 7BD SN7 7BE SN7 7BF SN7 7BG SN7 7BH SN7 7BJ SN7 7BL SN7 7BN SN7 7BP SN7 7BQ SN7 7BS SN7 7BT SN7 7BU SN7 7BW SN7 7BX SN7 7BY SN7 7BZ SN7 7DB SN7 7DD SN7 7DE SN7 7DF SN7 7DG SN7 7DH SN7 7DJ SN7 7DL SN7 7DN SN7 7DP SN7 7DQ