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Area guide

OX16 area guide — property prices & local market

Everything you need to know about buying property in the OX16 postcode area, covering Banbury and surrounding areas. All price data sourced from HM Land Registry — updated August 2026.

OX16 area price snapshot

Average price

£209,518

Median price

£175,000

5-year trend

+21.6%

Total sales

30,628

The OX16 area has 1,141 individual postcodes with 30,628 registered sales. Prices are +47.5% below the national average, with the largest concentration in Banbury. The five-year price movement is +21.6%.

Market context

With an average of £209,518, OX16 is a mid-range area, +47.5% below the national average. Mid-range areas typically offer a broad selection of property types for first-time buyers and second-steppers. The dataset includes 30,628 recorded sales across 1,141 postcodes.

The five-year price trend in OX16 is +21.6%, significantly outpacing many other areas. This level of growth may reflect improving local amenities, transport links or broader regeneration.

Buying tips for OX16

  • 🏠Consider property type mix. Mid-range areas typically have a diverse housing stock. Use the street and postcode pages to find the property type that fits your budget.
  • 📈Look for growth potential. The 5-year price trend on this page shows how OX16 has performed. Compare it with nearby areas using the location comparison tool.
  • 🧮Factor in Stamp Duty. Use the Stamp Duty Calculator to estimate purchase costs based on the average price in OX16.
  • 🏘️Explore Banbury. Much of the OX16 activity centres on Banbury. Check the town-level data for more granular market analysis.
  • 💡Check individual postcodes. Average prices can mask significant variation between postcodes in the OX16 area. Browse the individual postcode pages to find properties that match your budget.
  • 💡Compare asking prices to sold prices. Use the Asking Price Checker to see whether a listing price aligns with local sold-price evidence.
  • 💡Use sold prices as evidence, not valuation. Historical data helps you understand market trends but does not replace a professional valuation by a qualified surveyor.

Top postcodes in OX16

OX16 2SZ

£94,690 avg · 204 sales

OX16 3WN

£104,045 avg · 198 sales

OX16 3NN

£78,236 avg · 188 sales

OX16 3WS

£157,319 avg · 185 sales

OX16 3RL

£137,140 avg · 170 sales

OX16 2WD

£145,708 avg · 164 sales

OX16 4QR

£146,730 avg · 157 sales

OX16 1AA

£234,548 avg · 152 sales

OX16 3WL

£120,255 avg · 150 sales

View all 1,141 postcodes in OX16 →

Useful tools for OX16 buyers

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Stamp Duty ~£1,690

Avg £209,518 in OX16

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Asking Price Checker

Compare asking prices with sold-price evidence

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Stamp Duty Guide

Complete 2025 SDLT, LTT & LBTT guide

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Location Comparison

Compare OX16 with other areas

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Banbury data

Full town-level property statistics

About this guide

This OX16 area guide is based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data, covering registered residential property sales in England and Wales from January 1995 onwards. All figures are historical sold prices, not current valuations or asking prices.

Data last updated: August 2026 · View methodology

Frequently asked questions

What is the average house price in OX16?

The average sold price in the OX16 postcode area is £209,518, based on 30,628 HM Land Registry transactions. The largest town in this area is Banbury.

How do OX16 house prices compare to the UK average?

Properties in OX16 average £209,518, which is +47.5% below the national average of £398,894 for England and Wales.

Why is the median price in OX16 lower than the average?

The median price (£175,000) is 16.5% below the average (£209,518), suggesting a mix of property types or a few high-value sales pulling the mean upward. This is common in areas with both affordable and premium housing.

How have OX16 house prices changed over 5 years?

Prices in OX16 have moved +21.6% over five years, reflecting broader UK house price growth. The large sample size gives confidence in this trend.

Are these area guide prices valuations or asking prices?

No. All figures on this page are historical completed sale prices from HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. They are not current valuations, estate agent asking prices, or financial advice. Always seek professional advice before making property decisions.

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