About Swerford

Swerford is a small village located in Oxfordshire, England, within the OX7 postcode area. The village features a mix of traditional stone buildings and modern homes, reflecting its development over the years. The local church, St. Mary’s, is a notable landmark, showcasing architectural elements typical of the region. Surrounding the village are fields and farmland, which contribute to the rural character of the area. The community is primarily residential, with a few amenities for local residents. Swerford is situated conveniently for access to nearby towns, making it a suitable base for those wishing to explore the wider Oxfordshire region. The village offers a peaceful environment, ideal for those seeking a quieter lifestyle while remaining connected to larger urban centres.

School Ratings in Swerford

Families in Swerford have access to 15 local schools. The ACE Centre Nursery School and Holy Trinity Catholic School, Chipping Norton are each rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 9 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Swerford

Homes sell for an average of £613K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £796K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Swerford

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Burglary is the leading concern across Swerford, with 3 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Swerford

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Swerford among the least deprived neighbourhoods in England. Working-age employment in the area is well above the national average. Residents in the area generally earn above the national average.

Broadband and Mobile Internet in Swerford

Swerford 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 3,899 sales

Average Price £613K
£1K — £18.04M
Detached £796K 1,270
Semi £412K 934
Terraced £372K 911
Flat £240K 445

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

8 Primary
2 Secondary
5 Other
Hook Norton Church of England Primary School Primary Good 1.8 miles Great Tew County Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Great Rollright Church of England (Aided) Primary School Primary Good 3 miles Park School Good 3.6 miles Sibford School 3.6 miles Swalcliffe Park School CIO Outstanding 3.9 miles Bloxham Church of England Primary School Primary 4.1 miles Sibford Gower Endowed Primary School Primary Good 4.2 miles Holy Trinity Catholic School, Chipping Norton Primary Outstanding 4.4 miles Enstone Primary School Primary Good 4.5 miles Bloxham School 4.5 miles The ACE Centre Nursery School Nursery Outstanding 4.8 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Swerford IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Swerford 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
8/10
Employment
8/10
Education
8/10
Health
9/10
Housing
3/10
Living Environment
5/10
9,165 Children (0-15) 17%
31,459 Working Age 57%
18,631 Older (60+) 34%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 16.4% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 7.7% 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 Swerford 6 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

Crime levels in Swerford are lower than the England and Wales average. While burglary is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure town where serious incidents remain uncommon.

3 Burglary
1 Anti-Social Behaviour
1 Public Order
1 Violence & Sexual Offences
Local Policing
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Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 5 stations

Charlbury Train Station 7.6 miles
Kings Sutton Train Station 8 miles
Finstock Train Station 8.7 miles
Kingham Train Station 9.1 miles
Tackley Train Station 9.5 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Southrop 1.4 miles Wigginton 1.4 miles Great Tew 1.8 miles East End 1.8 miles Hook Norton 1.8 miles Little Tew 2 miles South Newington 2.2 miles Scotland End 2.2 miles Dunthrop 2.2 miles Wigginton Heath 2.6 miles Heythrop 2.8 miles Great Rollright 3.1 miles

Local Government

District West Oxfordshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Charlbury and Finstock
Constituency Witney
Parish Charlbury
Region South East

Streets in OX7 30 shown View all streets

A3400 3 A361 3 A424 2 A44 12 Ackerman Road 1 Akeman Street 3 Albion Place 1 Albion Street 4 Alexandra Square 2 Ansell Way 2 Arundel View 1 Ascott Road 1 B4022 4 B4026 7 B4030 11 B4031 2 B4437 5 B4450 8 Ballard Close 1 Ballards Close 2 Banbury Hill 3 Banbury Road 9 Banbury Road Crossing 2 Bartlett Close 1 Bayliss Yard 2 Beaconsfield Farm 2 Bell Yard 3 Besbury Lane 1 Bicester Road 4 Bradleys 1

Postcodes in OX7 50 shown View all postcodes

OX7 3AA OX7 3AB OX7 3AD OX7 3AE OX7 3AF OX7 3AG OX7 3AH OX7 3AJ OX7 3AL OX7 3AN OX7 3AP OX7 3AQ OX7 3AR OX7 3AS OX7 3AT OX7 3AU OX7 3AW OX7 3AX OX7 3AY OX7 3AZ OX7 3BA OX7 3BF OX7 3BG OX7 3BJ OX7 3BL OX7 3BN OX7 3BP OX7 3BS OX7 3BT OX7 3BU OX7 3BW OX7 3BX OX7 3BY OX7 3BZ OX7 3DA OX7 3DB OX7 3DD OX7 3DE OX7 3DF OX7 3DG OX7 3DH OX7 3DJ OX7 3DL OX7 3DN OX7 3DP OX7 3DQ OX7 3DS OX7 3DT OX7 3DU OX7 3DW