Oxford residents survey finds 77 per cent happy with area

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 15 Nov, 06:01 · Archive

Seventy-seven per cent of Oxford residents are satisfied with their local area, according to Oxford City Council's latest survey.

Oxford City Council's latest residents' survey found that 77 per cent of people were happy with their local area, matching last year's results. The survey was completed by 343 members of the council's representative residents' panel.

Satisfaction with the way the council is run rose to 61 per cent, up from 60 per cent in 2025. This exceeds the national average: the Local Government Association found in 2025 that just 51 per cent of people were satisfied with their local council.

Counsillor Susan Brown, leader of Oxford City Council, said: 'I am pleased that, overall, residents are satisfied with their local area and the way the Council runs things, and that they're feeling more optimistic about the city's economy.' She highlighted the council's priorities including building 2,000 homes through OX Place over the next decade, promoting the Oxford Living Wage, and providing grants and support for residents struggling with the cost of food and bills.

Brown acknowledged shortcomings, noting that almost a quarter of residents reported being affected by job insecurity or an increased risk of losing their job over the past year. The survey highlighted housing, infrastructure and anti-social behaviour as areas where residents want to see improvement. Only 25 per cent felt the council is building enough homes, though this rose from 14 per cent in 2025.

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• Oxford residents survey finds 77 per cent happy with local areaOxford City Council’s latest residents’ survey found that 77 per cent of people were happy with their local area.Oxfordshire Guardian · 15 Nov, 05:00
• Oxford residents survey finds 77 per cent happy with local areaOxford City Council’s latest residents’ survey found that 77 per cent of people were happy with their local area.Oxford Mail · 15 Nov, 05:00

In this story: Oxford City Council · Councillor Susan Brown · Oxford · Local Government Association

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