| Council | Oxford |
| Crime Rate | High for a South East suburb 18% above the national average. |
| Demographics | 👶 Young Families😔 High Unemployment🏘️ Renters |
The average house price in Blackbird Leys is £334,984, based on HM Land Registry Price Paid Data. The sold house prices graph below shows Blackbird Leys house price trends over the last 30 years.
£334,984
£247,500
£343,468
£329,613
Is Blackbird Leys a nice place to live?
Blackbird Leys is a passable place to live. We've given it a liveable rating of C+. However, one concern might be the high levels of unemployment in the area. With fewer homeowners than average, the area may feel less settled for those seeking an established community.
How safe is Blackbird Leys?
Blackbird Leys has a high crime rate for a South East suburb, with around 88 recorded crimes per 1,000 people a year. This is 18% above the national average, and 62% above the Oxfordshire average.
What are the best schools in Blackbird Leys?
Blackbird Leys has 20 schools nearby. Schools rated Good by Ofsted include St John Fisher Catholic Primary School, Littlemore, John Henry Newman Academy, Windale Primary School. Note: 2 schools are currently rated as Requires Improvement.
What are the demographics of Blackbird Leys?
The majority of residents in Blackbird Leys identify as White (British) (55%). Most residents were born in the United Kingdom (71%). The area has a mix of religious beliefs with no single faith forming a majority.