OX4 in South Oxford demonstrates moderate market fundamentals with rental dynamics outpacing capital appreciation. Over five years, rents grew at 4.2% compound annual rate whilst property prices increased 0.8% annually, indicating a rental yield environment. The district is positioned in the early gentrification stage with a trajectory score of 51.8 out of 100, placing it at the 60th percentile nationally. Population growth of 1.6% over the same period suggests modest demographic expansion. These metrics reflect a market where rental income generation currently offers stronger returns than property price growth, relevant for buy-to-let investors assessing yield potential versus capital appreciation prospects.
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- 1Property prices up 0.5% over 5 years (5yr CAGR)
- 2Rents growing at 4.2% per year
- 3Population growing at 1.6% per year
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What's changing in Oxford · June 2026
The trajectory score moved down 0.6 points this month to 51/100, driven mainly by safety.
Oxford (OX4) common questions
Is Oxford up and coming?
Praesago's gentrification model currently classifies Oxford (OX4) as Early. Its trajectory score is 51/100 (Strong), in the top 43% of districts nationally. The score is up 1.3 points over the last 12 months.
Is Oxford safe?
Oxford has a safety score of 56/100 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 (OX4) is £455k as of January 2026, based on UK House Price Index data. Prices have grown at 0.5% per year over the last five years.
What is the average rent in Oxford?
The median monthly rent in Oxford (OX4) is £1,355 (2026), based on ONS private rental data.
Which areas are near Oxford?
Neighbouring postcode districts include Southampton (SO30), Oxford (OX33), Oxford (OX2), Oxford (OX1), Oxford (OX44). Each has its own monthly data page on Praesago.
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