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University of Oxford Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

University of Oxford is a higher education institutions not applicable school in Oxford, Oxfordshire . Find catchment area guidance, admissions policy details and nearby not applicable schools below.

University of Oxford Catchment Area Information

What is the catchment area for University of Oxford?

The catchment area for University of Oxford is the geographic zone Oxfordshire uses to prioritise admissions when this not applicable school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Oxfordshire publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

The catchment area for University of Oxford is set by Oxfordshire and reviewed annually. Children living within the catchment boundary receive priority consideration when applications exceed the number of available places.

The official admissions policy, including the catchment boundary map, is published by Oxfordshire before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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University of Oxford: School Information

Full address
University Offices, Wellington Square, Oxford, OX1 2JD
Local authority
Oxfordshire
School type
Higher education institutions
Phase of education
Not applicable
DfE URN
133863

Other Not applicable Schools in Oxford

If University of Oxford is oversubscribed, these not applicable schools in Oxford are the next closest alternatives.

Nearest not applicable schools by distance

These are the not applicable schools closest to University of Oxford by straight-line distance, including ones across a town or council boundary. Distance is not the same as being in catchment: always check each school's own admissions policy for its actual boundary.

Frequently Asked Questions: University of Oxford

What is the catchment area for University of Oxford?

The catchment area for University of Oxford is the geographic zone Oxfordshire uses to prioritise admissions when this not applicable school receives more applications than it has places. Children living inside the boundary are ranked higher under the oversubscription criteria, after looked-after children and siblings. Oxfordshire publishes the exact boundary and the last distance offered before each admissions cycle, and the boundary can change year to year.

Is University of Oxford oversubscribed?

University of Oxford has a capacity of N/A places. For the most up-to-date data, check with Oxfordshire.

What is the admissions policy for University of Oxford?

Admission to University of Oxford is managed by Oxfordshire. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

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