West Oxfordshire

West Oxfordshire is an administrative district in England spanning rural landscapes with fields, woodlands, and traditional stone buildings centered around the market town of Witney. The area includes numerous villages and farmland that characterize the Cotswolds countryside.

The district gained its current administrative structure in 1974 during England's local government reorganization designed to improve regional service delivery. This reorganization established the boundaries and functions that define the area today.

The Cotswold vernacular shape-how people gather and work across this region, reflected in local museums and community centers that host craft demonstrations and heritage workshops. You notice how traditional building styles and regional identity remain woven into everyday spaces.

The West Oxfordshire District Council manages essential services including waste collection, housing assistance, and planning permissions for over 100,000 residents. Visitors and residents can access these services through local offices or online portals.

The district maintains specialized flood prevention systems and detailed mapping resources to protect communities from River Thames water level fluctuations. This infrastructure is essential given the area's location within a vulnerable river basin.

Location: Oxfordshire

Inception: April 1, 1974

Capital city: Witney

Website: https://westoxon.gov.uk

GPS coordinates: 51.79333,-1.47917

Latest update: December 7, 2025 20:21