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Living in Oakham: Property Area Guide

Rutland, East Midlands · Population 11,000

House Prices in Oakham

£320,000

Average

£500,000

Detached

£320,000

Semi-Detached

£265,000

Terraced

£195,000

Flat

Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.

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About Oakham

Oakham offers quintessential English market town living in the heart of Rutland. Rutland Water is a major recreational asset. Property prices are higher than surrounding Leicestershire, reflecting the desirable rural lifestyle and Oakham School.

Lifestyle & Things to Do

Oakham is the county town of Rutland, England's smallest county. The town has a Norman castle, traditional market, and Oakham School (a leading public school). Rutland Water is one of the largest reservoirs in Europe, offering sailing, cycling, and an osprey nesting site.

Transport & Commuting

CrossCountry trains reach London St Pancras in about 100 minutes via Corby. The A1 is accessible to the east. The A606 connects to Melton Mowbray and Stamford.

Train to London

100m to London St Pancras (via Corby)

Nearest Motorway

A1, A606

Schools & Education

Top Schools

  • Oakham School
  • Catmose College
  • English Martyrs Catholic Primary School

Healthcare

Rutland Memorial Hospital

Best Areas to Live in Oakham

Town Centre

Barleythorpe

Uppingham

Property Buying Tips for Oakham

The town centre has Rutland stone properties. Barleythorpe has modern family developments. Uppingham is a premium alternative with its own public school. Cottesmore and Langham are sought-after villages.

Local Authority

Council

Rutland County Council

Council Tax

£1,890 (Band D)

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