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65,542
Population
23,767
Households
6 / 10
Deprivation decile
Around average
12
Schools nearby
£56,530
Avg. household income
1,676
Businesses
3,009
People per km²
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About Temple Cowley

Temple Cowley is a suburb located in Oxfordshire, England, within the OX4 postcode area. It is situated to the east of Oxford city centre and is primarily a residential area. The suburb features a mix of housing, including traditional homes and modern developments. Local amenities include shops, schools, and parks, providing residents with essential services and recreational spaces.

The area is well-connected by public transport, making it easy to access Oxford and the surrounding regions. Temple Cowley is also home to several community facilities, including sports clubs and community centres, which encourage social interaction among residents. The suburb's proximity to the River Thames offers opportunities for outdoor activities, and the nearby Cowley Marsh Park provides green space for leisure and relaxation.

School Ratings in Temple Cowley

Temple Cowley is served by 100 schools. Oxfordshire Hospital School and The Iffley Academy are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 19 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Temple Cowley

Property prices average £657K across the area, and terraced houses are the most common property type, typically selling for £439K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Temple Cowley

Local crime rates sit higher than national averages. Shoplifting accounts for the highest share in Temple Cowley, with 85 incidents logged in May 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Temple Cowley

Based on the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Temple Cowley falls within the mid-range nationally for overall deprivation. Working-age employment is around the national average for the area. Income levels locally sit close to the national average.

Healthcare in Temple Cowley

There are 28 GP surgeries within three miles of Temple Cowley, the nearest being Temple Cowley Health Centre (0.1 miles away).

Local Data for Temple Cowley

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Property Prices 4,862 sales

Average Price £657K
£100 , £414.11M
Detached £685K 242
Semi £447K 1,451
Terraced £439K 2,065
Flat £261K 892

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

49 Primary
9 Secondary
42 Other
Outstanding 2
Good 19
Requires improvement 2
Inadequate 1

Ofsted ratings for schools in the OX4 postcode area.

Kings Education (Oxford) Not applicable Good 111 yards St Christopher's Church of England School, Cowley Primary Good 131 yards Our Lady's Roman Catholic Primary School Primary Good 0.2 miles Tyndale Community School Primary Good 0.2 miles St Francis Church of England Primary School Primary 0.5 miles Church Cowley St James Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.6 miles Oxford Spires Academy Secondary Good 0.6 miles Greyfriars Catholic School Secondary Good 0.6 miles St Frideswide Church of England Primary School Primary Good 0.7 miles Larkrise Primary School Primary Good 0.9 miles The Iffley Academy Not applicable Outstanding 0.9 miles St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, Littlemore Primary Good 0.9 miles

Household Income in Temple Cowley ONS 2023

The average total household income in Temple Cowley is approximately £56,530 a year before tax, in line with the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £42,452. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.

Temple Cowley £56,530
England & Wales avg. £55,302

Net (after tax) household income averages £42,452.

Businesses in Temple Cowley ONS 2025

There are approximately 1,676 active businesses based in Temple Cowley, around 26 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 83% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 53 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.

1,676 Total businesses
26 Per 1,000 residents
Micro, 0-9 83%
Small, 10-49 13%
Medium, 50-249 2%
Large, 250+ 2%

Deprivation and Employment in Temple Cowley IMD 2025

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Temple Cowley 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
6/10
Income
6/10
Employment
6/10
Education
4/10
Health
6/10
Housing
5/10
Living Environment
6/10
Children 0-15 17%
Working age 72%
Older 65+ 11%
11,114 Children (0-15) 17%
47,246 Working Age 72%
7,171 Older (65+) 11%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 34.1% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 22% 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 Temple Cowley 674 crimes · May 2026

High Crime Area

Reported crime in Temple Cowley is above the national average when measured per capita. Violence & sexual offences dominates the figures, a trend mirrored in many urban centres. Local policing teams work actively in the area, and community initiatives continue to address key concerns.

Violence & Sexual Offences 269
Shoplifting 85
Anti-Social Behaviour 69
Public Order 56
Criminal Damage & Arson 50
Other Theft 45
Drugs 28
Bicycle Theft 27
Burglary 13
Vehicle Crime 13
Robbery 8
Other Crime 6
Weapons 3
Theft from Person 2
Local Policing
Thames Valley Oxford Cowley 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

Radley Train Station 3.9 miles
Culham Train Station 5.8 miles
Islip Train Station 6.2 miles
Appleford Train Station 7.8 miles
Didcot Parkway Train Station 8.8 miles
Hanborough Train Station 9.2 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Cowley 0.6 miles Blackbird Leys 0.9 miles Rose Hill 0.9 miles Iffley 1.4 miles Headington Hill 1.4 miles New Headington 1.4 miles Littlemore 1.4 miles Kennington 1.8 miles New Hinksey 1.9 miles Horspath 1.9 miles Headington 1.9 miles Grandpont 2 miles

Local Government

District Oxford
County Oxfordshire
Ward Littlemore
Constituency Oxford East
Parish Littlemore
Region South East

Home Ownership in Temple Cowley

Of the 23,743 households in and around Temple Cowley, 45% are owned, 24% are socially rented and 31% are privately rented. Home ownership here is lower than the England and Wales average of 63%.

Owned 45% Social rented 24% Private rented 31%

Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Temple Cowley.

Frequently Asked Questions about Temple Cowley

What is the population of Temple Cowley?
Temple Cowley has a population of approximately 65,542 residents, based on the latest census figures for the surrounding postcode area.
What is the average house price in Temple Cowley?
The average property in and around Temple Cowley sold for about £656,853, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid records. That is around 88% above the England and Wales average of £349,091.
Is Temple Cowley a deprived area?
Temple Cowley sits around the national average for deprivation, with an Index of Multiple Deprivation decile of 6 out of 10, where 1 is the most deprived and 10 the least deprived.
What postcodes cover Temple Cowley?
Temple Cowley is covered by the OX4 postcode district.
How many schools are there in Temple Cowley?
There are 12 schools within easy reach of Temple Cowley, spanning primary, secondary and other phases.
Where is the nearest train station to Temple Cowley?
The nearest railway station to Temple Cowley is Radley Train Station, about 3.9 miles away.

Streets in OX4 30 shown View all streets

Abberbury Avenue 1 Abberbury Road 2 Ablett Close 1 Acacia Avenue 3 Addison Crescent 2 Addison Drive 1 Agnes Court 1 Alec Issigonis Way 3 Alhambra Lane 1 Alice Smith Square 3 Allin Close 1 Alma Lane 1 Alma Place 1 Ambassador Avenue 2 Amory Close 1 Anemone Close 1 Angelica Close 1 Anne Greenwood Close 4 Annesley Road 2 Annora Close 1 Appletree Close 2 Argyle Street 2 Armstrong Road 6 Ashhurst Way 8 Ashmole Place 2 Aspen Square 1 Asquith Road 5 Aston Street 2 Astrop Lane 1 Aubrey Court 1

Postcodes in OX4 50 shown View all postcodes

OX4 1AA OX4 1AB OX4 1AD OX4 1AE OX4 1AF OX4 1AG OX4 1AH OX4 1AJ OX4 1AP OX4 1AQ OX4 1AR OX4 1AS OX4 1AU OX4 1AW OX4 1AX OX4 1AY OX4 1AZ OX4 1BA OX4 1BD OX4 1BE OX4 1BG OX4 1BH OX4 1BJ OX4 1BN OX4 1BP OX4 1BQ OX4 1BS OX4 1BT OX4 1BU OX4 1BW OX4 1BX OX4 1BY OX4 1BZ OX4 1DA OX4 1DD OX4 1DE OX4 1DF OX4 1DG OX4 1DJ OX4 1DL OX4 1DN OX4 1DQ OX4 1DS OX4 1DT OX4 1DU OX4 1DW OX4 1DX OX4 1DY OX4 1DZ OX4 1EA