About Hampton Gay

Hampton Gay is a small village located in Oxfordshire, England, within the OX5 postcode area. The village is situated approximately three miles north of the city of Oxford, making it easily accessible for those wishing to explore the surrounding countryside. The area is primarily residential, with a few local amenities catering to the needs of its inhabitants. The village features a mix of traditional and modern architecture, reflecting its long-standing presence in the region. Nearby, visitors can find various walking paths and open spaces, ideal for enjoying the outdoors. Although it may not be a major tourist destination, Hampton Gay offers a quiet retreat for those looking to escape the busier towns and cities in the vicinity.

School Ratings in Hampton Gay

Families in Hampton Gay have access to 25 local schools. A further 8 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Hampton Gay

Homes sell for an average of £479K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £392K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Hampton Gay

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across Hampton Gay, with 2 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Hampton Gay

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Hampton Gay 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 Hampton Gay

Hampton Gay 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 3,081 sales

Average Price £479K
£2K — £57.52M
Detached £599K 851
Semi £392K 1,100
Terraced £370K 603
Flat £218K 379

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

17 Primary
2 Secondary
6 Other
Bletchingdon Parochial Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.3 miles North Kidlington Primary School Primary Good 1.4 miles The Marlborough Church of England School Secondary Good 1.9 miles St Thomas More Catholic Primary School, Kidlington Primary 2 miles West Kidlington Primary and Nursery School Primary Good 2 miles LVS Oxford Good 2.1 miles Woodstock Church of England Primary School Primary 2.1 miles Gosford Hill School Secondary Good 2.1 miles Edward Feild Primary School Primary 2.2 miles Kirtlington Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.2 miles Bladon Church of England Primary School Primary Good 2.5 miles Tackley Church of England Primary School Primary 2.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Hampton Gay IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Hampton Gay 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
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
6/10
7,343 Children (0-15) 18%
24,931 Working Age 60%
12,101 Older (60+) 29%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 17.8% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.4% 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 Hampton Gay 11 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Hampton Gay 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.

6 Violence & Sexual Offences
2 Shoplifting
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Public Order
Local Policing
Thames Valley Kidlington 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

Tackley Train Station 2.6 miles
Islip Train Station 2.9 miles
Hanborough Train Station 3.5 miles
Combe (Oxon) Train Station 4.4 miles
Finstock Train Station 7.3 miles
Charlbury Train Station 8.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Shipton-on-Cherwell 0 yards Gibralter 0.6 miles Thrupp 0.6 miles Bunkers Hill 0.9 miles Enslow 1.2 miles Bletchingdon 1.4 miles Hampton Poyle 1.4 miles Campsfield 1.4 miles Hensington 1.9 miles Begbroke 2 miles Kirtlington 2 miles Kidlington 2 miles

Local Government

District Cherwell
County Oxfordshire
Ward Kidlington East
Constituency Oxford West and Abingdon
Parish Kidlington
Region South East

Streets in OX5 30 shown View all streets

A34 2 A4095 4 A4260 1 Akeman Close 1 Akeman Street 5 Alexander Close 1 Almond Avenue 3 Andersons Close 1 Annesley Close 1 Arncott Wood Road 1 Ash Close 1 Ashmead Way 1 Ashwell Bank Lane 1 Astley Avenue 1 Axtell Close 1 Azalea Avenue 1 B4027 2 Ball Lane 1 Balliol Close 1 Banbury Road 14 Bankside 2 Barn Close 1 Bartholomew Avenue 1 Basset Way 1 Beagles Close 2 Beech Crescent 2 Begbroke Crescent 1 Begbroke Lane 2 Belgrove Close 1 Bellenger Way 2

Postcodes in OX5 50 shown View all postcodes

OX5 1AA OX5 1AB OX5 1AD OX5 1AE OX5 1AF OX5 1AG OX5 1AH OX5 1AJ OX5 1AL OX5 1AN OX5 1AP OX5 1AQ OX5 1AR OX5 1AT OX5 1AU OX5 1AW OX5 1AX OX5 1AY OX5 1AZ OX5 1BA OX5 1BB OX5 1BD OX5 1BE OX5 1BF OX5 1BG OX5 1BH OX5 1BJ OX5 1BL OX5 1BN OX5 1BP OX5 1BQ OX5 1BS OX5 1BT OX5 1BU OX5 1BW OX5 1BX OX5 1BY OX5 1BZ OX5 1DA OX5 1DB OX5 1DD OX5 1DE OX5 1DF OX5 1DG OX5 1DH OX5 1DJ OX5 1DL OX5 1DN OX5 1DP OX5 1DQ