Oxford's OX1 postcode recorded a trajectory score of 51.7 out of 100, placing it in the 60th percentile nationally. Over the past five years, residential prices expanded at a compound annual growth rate of 1.7%, while rental yields demonstrated stronger performance with 4.4% annual growth. Population increased by 2.0% during the same period. The district is classified at a latent gentrification stage, suggesting limited evidence of transformation-driven price appreciation to date. These metrics indicate a market characterised by modest capital growth and relatively stronger rental dynamics, which may appeal to investors prioritising income generation over rapid appreciation.
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- 1Property prices up 1.2% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.4% per year
- 3Population growing at 2.0% per year
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What's changing in Oxford · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.2 points this month to 51/100, driven mainly by safety.
Oxford (OX1) common questions
Is Oxford up and coming?
Oxford (OX1) has a trajectory score of 51/100 (Strong), placing it in the top 41% of postcode districts in England and Wales. The score is up 3.3 points over the last 12 months. The score combines price momentum, demand, transformation, economy, safety and risk signals from public data, updated monthly.
Is Oxford safe?
Oxford has a safety score of 51/100 on Praesago's index, based on police.uk recorded crime data.
What is the average house price in Oxford?
The average property price in Oxford (OX1) is £404k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 1.2% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Oxford?
The median monthly rent in Oxford (OX1) is £1,316 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Oxford?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Oxford (OX2), Oxford (OX3), Oxford (OX4), Oxford (OX33), Southampton (SO30). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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