About New Botley

New Botley is a suburb located in the county of Oxfordshire, England, within the postcode area OX2. It is situated to the west of the city of Oxford and offers a mix of residential housing and local amenities. The area is well-connected to the city centre, making it convenient for those who wish to access the various cultural and educational opportunities available in Oxford. The suburb features a range of shops, cafes, and parks, providing residents and visitors with essential services and recreational spaces. New Botley is also close to the River Thames, allowing for pleasant walks along the riverbank. The community is served by public transport, ensuring easy travel to surrounding areas and the city itself.

School Ratings in New Botley

Families in New Botley have access to 100 local schools. Northern House Academy and The Cherwell School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 6 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in New Botley

Homes sell for an average of £823K locally. Most of the housing is made up of flats, averaging £373K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in New Botley

Crime in the area is higher than the national average. Shoplifting is the leading concern across New Botley, with 63 incidents recorded in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in New Botley

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places New Botley 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 New Botley

New Botley 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 4,695 sales

Average Price £823K
£3K — £80.39M
Detached £1.09M 1,014
Semi £898K 1,120
Terraced £711K 1,038
Flat £373K 1,337

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

51 Primary
9 Secondary
40 Other
West Oxford Community Primary School Primary Good 0.4 miles North Hinksey Church of England Primary School Primary 0.6 miles Botley School Primary Requires Improvement 0.6 miles Cherwell College Oxford Good 0.7 miles St Barnabas' Church of England Aided Primary School Primary 0.8 miles Activate Learning 16 plus Good 0.9 miles University of Oxford 1 miles The Eckersley School of English 1 miles St Philip and James' Church of England Aided Primary School Oxford Primary Good 1 miles St Aloysius' Catholic Primary School Primary Good 1.1 miles Oxford Media & Business School 1.2 miles Matthew Arnold School Secondary 1.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in New Botley IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, New Botley 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
9/10
Employment
9/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
6/10
8,514 Children (0-15) 15%
37,085 Working Age 66%
13,013 Older (60+) 23%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 14.8% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 9.7% 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 New Botley 434 crimes · January 2026

High Crime Area

Crime figures for New Botley 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.

126 Violence & Sexual Offences
63 Shoplifting
43 Other Theft
39 Public Order
34 Bicycle Theft
25 Anti-Social Behaviour
23 Criminal Damage & Arson
20 Vehicle Crime
19 Burglary
15 Drugs
12 Theft from Person
8 Other Crime
5 Robbery
2 Weapons
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.

Nearest Train Stations 6 stations

Radley Train Station 5.1 miles
Islip Train Station 5.2 miles
Hanborough Train Station 6.1 miles
Combe (Oxon) Train Station 7.2 miles
Culham Train Station 7.3 miles
Tackley Train Station 8.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Osney 0.6 miles Binsey 0.6 miles North Hinksey Village 0.6 miles Walton Manor 0.9 miles Botley 0.9 miles Oxford 1.2 miles Harcourt Hill 1.2 miles Grandpont 1.4 miles Park Town 1.4 miles Dean Court 1.4 miles Cumnor Hill 1.4 miles South Hinksey 1.4 miles

Local Government

District Oxford
County Oxfordshire
Ward Osney & St Thomas
Constituency Oxford West and Abingdon
Parish Oxford, unparished area
Region South East

Streets in OX2 30 shown View all streets

A420 2 A44 2 Abbey Road 2 Abingdon Road 3 Acer Walk 1 Adelaide Street 2 Albert Street 2 Aldrich Road 4 Alexandra Road 2 Allam Street 2 Appleton Road 2 Apsley Road 4 Aristotle Lane 1 Arnold's Way 2 Arthray Road 3 Arthur Garrard Close 1 Arthur Street 1 Ash Close 1 Ashcroft Close 1 Avery Court 3 B4017 1 B4044 2 Bainton Road 3 Banbury Road 57 Bardwell Road 9 Barn Close 1 Barrett Street 3 Beech Rd. 2 Beechcroft Road 3 Belbroughton Road 3

Postcodes in OX2 50 shown View all postcodes

OX2 0AA OX2 0AB OX2 0AD OX2 0AE OX2 0AG OX2 0AH OX2 0AJ OX2 0AL OX2 0AN OX2 0AR OX2 0AS OX2 0AT OX2 0AU OX2 0AX OX2 0AY OX2 0AZ OX2 0BA OX2 0BB OX2 0BD OX2 0BE OX2 0BG OX2 0BH OX2 0BJ OX2 0BL OX2 0BN OX2 0BP OX2 0BQ OX2 0BS OX2 0BT OX2 0BU OX2 0BW OX2 0BX OX2 0BY OX2 0BZ OX2 0DA OX2 0DB OX2 0DD OX2 0DE OX2 0DF OX2 0DG OX2 0DH OX2 0DJ OX2 0DL OX2 0DP OX2 0DR OX2 0ED OX2 0EJ OX2 0EN OX2 0ER OX2 0ES