New build homes for sale in Oxford

Characterised by its beautiful architecture, the city revolves around its ancient university, which was founded in the 8th century. A mecca of history, heritage and culture, Oxford has a true wealth of sights and amenities for everyday living. Not to mention the beautiful countryside that surrounds the city – making this a fascinating and ideal best-of-both location. For education for all ages, the city has numerous options including The Cherwell School, which was previously rated as ‘outstanding’.

Settled in the heart of the county, the city’s excellent public transport links and love of cycling offers easy-to-access connections to the rest of Oxford and beyond. And by car you also have a good network of A roads, and the M40 to the east – connecting you to the M25 and the East Midlands to the north. For commuters that like to travel by rail, the train station provides routes to London Paddington in under an hour. And when you want to get away, Heathrow Airport is just over an hour by car.

With its spire and tower-lined skyline and impressive history, a walk around Oxford’s ancient streets is always a delightful feast for the eyes. There are also various key attractions to visit, such as the Bodleian Library and some of the university’s picturesque colleges. Plus, for Harry Potter fans, there’s more than a few recognisable filming locations. Fellow historical-landmark location Winchester, a cathedral city in the county of Hampshire is over an hour away by car.