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Oxford (OX12)
The OX12 postcode area is located in the Oxford postcode town region, within the county of Oxfordshire, and contains a total of 1141 individual postcodes.
There are 48 electoral wards in the OX12 postcode area, including Abingdon, Bampton, Banbury, Bicester, Burford, Carterton, Chinnor, Chipping Norton, Didcot, Kidlington, Oxford, Thame, Wallingford, Wantage, Watlington, Witney, Woodstock which come under the local authority of the Vale of White Horse Council.
Combining the whole postcode region, 34% of people in OX12 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.
This does not mean that the people of OX12 are wealthier - or higher class - than average, but it can be an indication that the area may be prospering and desirable to live in.
OX12 postcode is located in the Oxford district of south-eastern England. It covers an area stretching from Abingdon to Wantage. The main towns in the district are Grove, Harwell, Charney Bassett and Uffington.
The area contains many attractive small villages, some of which have Norman churches. The villages are a mixture of old manor houses, cottages and modern farm buildings set in sheep-grazed countryside. The area is also home to old pubs, country inns and tea rooms, making it a popular destination for travellers and holidaymakers.
OX12 postcode is the main gateway for access to the Ridgeway, an ancient highways stretching from Wiltshire to Hertfordshire. Stretching along the Ridgeway, there are numerous prehistoric sites, including stone circles and burial mounds. This part of Oxfordshire is also home to heathland and grassland habitats, which support a mixture of wildlife and plants, such as adders, common blue butterflies, hares, foxes and skylarks.
Since the 1980s, Oxfordshire's OX12 postcode area has seen a rapid expansion in its cultural and leisure facilities. Museums and galleries have been opened, and the Uffington White Horse, a chalk carving, is a popular tourist destination in the area. The development of modern industrial and research centres has helped create employment opportunities in the area and made it a thriving hub of technological, academic and commercial activities.
For those wanting to enjoy the great outdoors, this area offers stunning walks and water-based sports opportunities. For adrenaline-filled activities, a visit to Toytown, near Wantage, is a must. Here, you can go paintballing, quad biking and other outdoor activities.
OX12 postcode provides a great base to explore the local area, with its rich tapestry of history, culture and leisure opportunities. With its combination of tranquil villages, lively villages and charming towns, vibrant cities, rolling countryside and wild heaths, it has something for everyone.
Demographics
Oxfordshire
OX12 is located in the county of Oxfordshire, in England.
Oxfordshire has a total population of 683,200, making it the 35th largest county in the UK.
Oxfordshire has a total area of 1005 square miles, and a population density of 262 people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.
| Outward Code | OX12 |
| Postal Town | Oxford |
| MSOA Name | Vale of White Horse 011 |
| LSOA Name | Vale of White Horse 011E |
| County | Oxfordshire |
| Region | Oxfordshire |
| Country | England |
| Local Authority | Vale of White Horse |
| Area Classification | Largely Rural (rural including hub towns 50-79%) |
OX12 Electoral Wards
The postal region of OX12, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:
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Saturday, April 6, 2024
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SOCIAL GRADES
According to census records, 34% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.