About Westwell

Westwell is a small village located in Oxfordshire, England, within the OX18 postcode area. The village features a number of traditional stone houses and cottages, reflecting the architectural style typical of the region. The surrounding countryside offers a variety of walking paths and scenic views, making it a pleasant area for outdoor activities. The village is home to a local church, which serves as a focal point for the community. Westwell also has a small primary school, catering to the educational needs of local families. The village is situated near larger towns, providing easy access to additional amenities and services while maintaining its own distinct character.

School Ratings in Westwell

Families in Westwell have access to 12 local schools. St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. A further 10 schools hold a Good rating.

House Prices in Westwell

Homes sell for an average of £463K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £607K.

Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Westwell

Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Public order is the leading concern across Westwell, with 10 incidents recorded in March 2026.

Deprivation and Employment in Westwell

The 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation places Westwell 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 Westwell

Westwell 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 3,916 sales

Average Price £463K
£8K — £22.6M
Detached £607K 1,383
Semi £348K 1,088
Terraced £310K 866
Flat £182K 402

Schools & Education 12 nearby View all schools

9 Primary
2 Secondary
1 Other
Burford School Secondary Good 1.6 miles Burford Primary School Primary Good 1.9 miles Carterton Community College Secondary Good 3.7 miles St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, Carterton Primary Good 3.9 miles Edith Moorhouse Primary School Primary Good 3.9 miles Sherborne Church of England Primary School Primary 3.9 miles Carterton Primary School Primary 4 miles St John the Evangelist CofE VA Primary School Primary Outstanding 4.1 miles Gateway Primary School Primary Good 4.3 miles Sandwell Learning Centre Good 4.4 miles St Peter's Church of England School, Alvescot Primary 4.6 miles Southrop Church of England Primary School Primary Requires Improvement 4.6 miles

Deprivation and Employment in Westwell IMD 2025

According to the 2025 Index of Multiple Deprivation, Westwell 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
6/10
Health
9/10
Housing
4/10
Living Environment
7/10
6,937 Children (0-15) 18%
24,009 Working Age 63%
9,849 Older (60+) 26%
Above Average Child Poverty (IDACI) 18.3% of children in income-deprived families
Above Average Older Person Poverty (IDAOPI) 8.5% 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 Westwell 72 crimes · March 2026

Low Crime Area

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

30 Violence & Sexual Offences
10 Public Order
8 Anti-Social Behaviour
6 Criminal Damage & Arson
6 Shoplifting
5 Other Theft
3 Burglary
2 Other Crime
1 Drugs
1 Robbery
Local Policing
Thames Valley Carterton, Bampton and Burford Visit force website →
Data from data.police.uk · Contains public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.

Nearest Train Stations 3 stations

Kingham Train Station 7.9 miles
Charlbury Train Station 9.6 miles
Finstock Train Station 9.8 miles

Location

Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found

Holwell 0.9 miles Signet 1.2 miles Little Barrington 1.8 miles Upton 1.8 miles Taynton 2 miles Burford 2.2 miles Great Barrington 2.2 miles Windrush 2.6 miles Shilton 2.8 miles Westhall Hill 2.8 miles Fulbrook 3.1 miles Eastleach Martin 3.3 miles

Local Government

District West Oxfordshire
County Oxfordshire
Ward Carterton North East
Constituency Witney
Parish Carterton
Region South East

Streets in OX18 30 shown View all streets

A361 8 A40 17 A4095 1 Abingdon Road 2 Acacia Close 2 Acer Close 1 Alderley Close 1 Alvescot Road 10 Ampney Orchard 2 Appleford Drive 4 Archer Place 1 Arkel Close 1 Arkell Avenue 2 Arlington Close 1 Arundel Close 1 Ash Avenue 4 Ashdeane 1 Ashfield Road 5 Aston Road 4 Astrop Farm 1 B4020 1 B4425 2 B4449 6 B4477 2 Back Lane 1 Bakery Lane 2 Baldwin Mews 1 Bampton Road 4 Barley Crescent 1 Barnard Mews 1

Postcodes in OX18 50 shown View all postcodes

OX18 1AA OX18 1AB OX18 1AD OX18 1AE OX18 1AF OX18 1AG OX18 1AH OX18 1AJ OX18 1AL OX18 1AN OX18 1AP OX18 1AQ OX18 1AR OX18 1AS OX18 1AT OX18 1AU OX18 1AW OX18 1AX OX18 1AY OX18 1AZ OX18 1BA OX18 1BB OX18 1BD OX18 1BE OX18 1BF OX18 1BG OX18 1BH OX18 1BJ OX18 1BL OX18 1BN OX18 1BQ OX18 1BS OX18 1BT OX18 1BU OX18 1BW OX18 1BX OX18 1BY OX18 1BZ OX18 1DA OX18 1DB OX18 1DD OX18 1DE OX18 1DF OX18 1DG OX18 1DH OX18 1DJ OX18 1DL OX18 1DN OX18 1DP OX18 1DQ