About Postcombe

Postcombe is a small village located in Oxfordshire, England, within the OX9 postcode area. It lies close to the A40 road, providing convenient access to nearby towns and cities. The village features a mix of residential homes and local amenities, making it a functional place for its residents. Surrounding Postcombe are areas of natural beauty, including rolling hills and farmland typical of the Oxfordshire countryside. The village is not far from larger settlements such as Thame and Chinnor, which offer additional facilities and services. Postcombe serves as a quiet retreat for those looking to experience rural life while remaining within reach of urban conveniences.

School Ratings in Postcombe

Postcombe is served by 13 schools. A further 3 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Postcombe

Property prices average £504K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £694K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Postcombe

Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Vehicle crime accounts for the highest share in Postcombe, with 2 incidents logged in January 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Postcombe

Postcombe falls within the least deprived areas nationally, based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation. The area benefits from strong employment, with few residents involuntarily out of work. Income levels across the area tend to be higher than the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Postcombe

Superfast broadband reaches parts of Postcombe, 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 2,653 sales

Average Price £504K
£1K — £14.5M
Detached £694K 773
Semi £434K 722
Terraced £375K 675
Flat £253K 322

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

11 Primary
2 Secondary
Lewknor Church of England Primary School Primary 1.4 miles Aston Rowant Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.6 miles Tetsworth Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 1.8 miles Mill Lane Community Primary School Primary 3 miles Icknield Community College Secondary 3.1 miles Watlington Primary School Primary 3.1 miles St Andrew's Church of England Primary School, Chinnor Primary 3.2 miles John Hampden Primary School Primary Good 3.7 miles Lord Williams's School Secondary Good 4 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Thame Primary 4 miles Barley Hill Primary School Primary Good 4.1 miles Stokenchurch Primary School Primary 4.2 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Postcombe IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation ranks Postcombe among the least deprived parts of England. Residents generally enjoy good access to employment and higher than average household incomes. Education and health outcomes in the area also compare favourably with the rest of the country.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
8/10
Employment
9/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
6/10
13,429 Children (0-15) 18%
45,342 Working Age 59%
22,759 Older (60+) 30%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.1% 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 Postcombe 5 crimes · January 2026

Low Crime Area

Reported crime in Postcombe falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Vehicle crime 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.

2 Vehicle Crime
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Other Theft
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
Thames Valley Thame, Watlington and Chinnor 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 5 stations

Haddenham And Thame Parkway Train Station 6 miles
Princes Risborough Train Station 6.3 miles
Saunderton Train Station 6.7 miles
Monks Risborough Train Station 7.2 miles
Little Kimble Train Station 8.6 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Adwell 0.6 miles South Weston 0.6 miles Chalford 0.9 miles Aston Rowant 1.2 miles Lewknor 1.4 miles Kingston Stert 1.8 miles Stoke Talmage 1.9 miles Kingston Blount 1.9 miles Clare 2 miles Sydenham 2.2 miles Tetsworth 2.2 miles Crowell 2.5 miles

Local Government

District South Oxfordshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Thame
Constituency Henley
Parish Thame
Region South East

Streets in OX9 30 shown View all streets

A4129 1 A418 3 Abingdon Close 2 Albury View 6 Astley Road 1 Augustine Way 1 Aylesbury Road 4 B4012 7 B4445 2 Back Street 3 Bambrooks Mews 1 Bandet Way 2 Bannister Road 1 Bartone Place 2 Bates Leys Farm 1 Beech Road 2 Bell Close 1 Bell Lane 1 Berkeley Road 2 Bertie Road 2 Blackmore Close 1 Blackthorn Grange 1 Blackthorn Rise 1 Blake Way 1 Box Tree Lane 4 Brett Close 1 Broadwaters Avenue 1 Brook Lane 1 Brookside 1 Brookside Close 1

Postcodes in OX9 50 shown View all postcodes

OX9 0BJ OX9 0BY OX9 0DD OX9 0DE OX9 0DG OX9 0DQ OX9 0DU OX9 0DX OX9 0EA OX9 0EG OX9 0EH OX9 0EL OX9 0EQ OX9 0ES OX9 0ET OX9 0EY OX9 0EZ OX9 0FD OX9 2AA OX9 2AB OX9 2AD OX9 2AE OX9 2AG OX9 2AH OX9 2AJ OX9 2AL OX9 2AN OX9 2AP OX9 2AQ OX9 2AR OX9 2AS OX9 2AT OX9 2AU OX9 2AW OX9 2AX OX9 2AY OX9 2AZ OX9 2BA OX9 2BB OX9 2BD OX9 2BH OX9 2BJ OX9 2BL OX9 2BN OX9 2BP OX9 2BQ OX9 2BU OX9 2BW OX9 2BX OX9 2BY