About Over Worton

Over Worton is a small village located in Oxfordshire, England, within the OX7 postcode area. The village is primarily residential, featuring a mix of traditional and modern homes. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural landscape typical of the Cotswolds region. The village is near the market town of Chipping Norton, which provides additional amenities and services. Over Worton is well-connected by road, making it accessible for those wishing to explore the nearby attractions of Oxfordshire. Local community events and gatherings often take place, fostering a sense of togetherness among residents.

School Ratings in Over Worton

Families in Over Worton have access to 10 local schools. The ACE Centre Nursery School and Holy Trinity Catholic School, Chipping Norton are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Over Worton

Homes sell for an average of £613K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £796K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Over Worton

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

Deprivation and Employment in Over Worton

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Over Worton 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 Over Worton

Over Worton 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 3,899 sales

Average Price £613K
£1K £18.04M
Detached £796K 1,270
Semi £412K 934
Terraced £372K 911
Flat £240K 445

Deprivation and Employment in Over Worton IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Over Worton 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
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,165 Children (0-15) 17%
31,459 Working Age 57%
18,631 Older (60+) 34%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.7% 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 Over Worton 4 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Over Worton are lower than the England and Wales average. While burglary is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

1 Burglary
1 Criminal Damage & Arson
1 Drugs
1 Other Crime
Local Policing
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

Kings Sutton Train Station 5.6 miles
Tackley Train Station 6.3 miles
Charlbury Train Station 8.1 miles
Finstock Train Station 8.6 miles
Combe (Oxon) Train Station 9 miles
Hanborough Train Station 9.5 miles

Location

Local Government

District West Oxfordshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Charlbury and Finstock
Constituency Witney
Parish Charlbury
Region South East