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 30 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 £426K locally. Most of the housing is made up of semi-detached homes, averaging £355K.

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 20 incidents recorded in January 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.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Woodway

Woodway 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 8,162 sales

Average Price £426K
£3K £91.49M
Detached £507K 2,613
Semi £355K 2,713
Terraced £283K 1,629
Flat £200K 964

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.

Overall Deprivation
8/10
Income
7/10
Employment
8/10
Education
7/10
Health
9/10
Housing
6/10
Living Environment
8/10
11,285 Children (0-15) 20%
35,630 Working Age 65%
11,044 Older (60+) 20%
Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 21% of children in income-deprived families
Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 11% 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 Woodway 193 crimes · January 2026

Average Crime Area

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.

72 Violence & Sexual Offences
20 Anti-Social Behaviour
19 Other Theft
18 Shoplifting
14 Criminal Damage & Arson
12 Public Order
12 Other Crime
6 Bicycle Theft
6 Drugs
4 Burglary
4 Vehicle Crime
3 Weapons
3 Robbery
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

Cholsey Train Station 3.3 miles
Didcot Parkway Train Station 3.8 miles
Appleford Train Station 4.8 miles
Goring And Streatley Train Station 5 miles
Culham Train Station 6.7 miles
Pangbourne Train Station 7.8 miles

Location

Local Government

District South Oxfordshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Didcot South
Constituency Wantage
Parish Didcot
Region South East