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About Woodway
Woodway is a small village located in Oxfordshire, England, within the OX11 postcode area. The village features a mix of residential homes and green spaces, providing a quiet environment for its residents. The local community is close-knit, with a few amenities catering to everyday needs.
Surrounding Woodway, the countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying nature. The village is conveniently situated for access to nearby towns, making it an ideal spot for those who appreciate a rural lifestyle while still being within reach of urban facilities. Overall, Woodway presents a simple, peaceful setting for those looking to escape the hustle of larger towns.
School Ratings in Woodway
Families in Woodway have access to 32 local schools. Aureus Primary School, Didcot Primary Academy and Didcot Girls' School are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 7 schools hold a Good rating.
House Prices in Woodway
Homes sell for an average of £417K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £351K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Woodway
Crime in the area is broadly in line with the national average. Anti-social behaviour is the leading concern across Woodway, with 35 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Deprivation and Employment in Woodway
The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Woodway among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Average incomes in the area are typical for England.
Local Data for Woodway
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Property Prices 7,649 sales
Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools
Ofsted ratings for schools in the OX11 postcode area.
Household Income in Woodway ONS 2023
The average total household income in Woodway is approximately £70,701 a year before tax, 28% above the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £49,673. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £49,673.
Businesses in Woodway ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,566 active businesses based in Woodway, around 36 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 87% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 36 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Deprivation and Employment in Woodway IMD 2025
According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Woodway 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.
Crime in Woodway 232 crimes · May 2026
Crime in Woodway is around the national average, with violence & sexual offences representing the most common offence type. These figures are characteristic of a town with an active centre and diverse population, and are neither unusually high nor particularly low.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 6 stations
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Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
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Home Ownership in Woodway
Of the 17,659 households in and around Woodway, 69% are owned, 14% are socially rented and 17% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Woodway.