Oxfordshire's Biggest Developments in 2025: What’s Being Built and Where

Drummonds Finance Group is a Mortgage Broker Firm based in Oxford and Bicester. We want to provide you with some developments happening all around Oxfordshire. Hopefully, this will help you decide what area might be a good or bad property investment.

Oxfordshire is experiencing a significant wave of residential, commercial, infrastructure, educational, healthcare, and innovation-driven development.

Here's a sector-by-sector overview of the most impactful projects:

🏡 Major Housing Developments in Oxfordshire

1. Valley Park, Didcot

A massive expansion of Didcot delivering over 4,000 homes, including two new primary schools, a special needs school, and a medical centre. Perfect for families and commuters.

2. North West Bicester Eco-Town

A pioneering eco-development bringing 6,000 zero-carbon homes. Includes schools, employment hubs, and open green space.

3. Salt Cross Garden Village, Eynsham

Planned garden village with 2,200 homes, half of which are affordable. Includes a business park, village centre, and park & ride to Oxford.

4. Heyford Park, Upper Heyford

Transforming an old RAF base into a new town with 6,000 homes, schools, shops, and offices. A bold reimagining of North Oxfordshire living.

5. Great Western Park, Didcot

One of Oxfordshire’s largest completed developments with 3,300+ homes, schools, and local centres.

6. Blackbird Leys, Oxford

Modernising an existing community with 294 affordable homes, new shops, green space, and a new community centre.

🏢 Commercial & Mixed-Use Developments

1. Oxpens Quarter, Oxford

A transformative regeneration of Oxford’s West End. Includes 300 new homes, labs, offices, hotels, and student accommodation.

2. Catalyst Bicester

Bicester’s newest business park is attracting cutting-edge tech firms like Tesla. It’s on track to offer 400,000+ sq ft of R&D space.

3. Milton Park Expansion

Already a science hub, Milton Park is doubling its space by 2040, supporting thousands of high-tech and life science jobs.

🚆 Transport & Infrastructure Upgrades

1. East West Rail

New rail line reconnecting Oxford to Cambridge. Oxford to Bletchley section launching soon, full line expected by 2030.

2. Oxford Station Upgrade

New entrance, platform, and modernisation work underway. Includes the long-awaited Botley Road bridge replacement.

3. Lodge Hill Interchange, Abingdon

New A34 junction to improve traffic and support new homes.

4. A40 Bus Lane & Cycle Upgrade

Eynsham to Oxford corridor upgrade with new park & ride and bus priority lanes.

5. Didcot Infrastructure Package

£332 million investment in new bridges, dual carriageways, and bypasses to support Didcot’s expansion.

🎓 Education & 🏥 Healthcare Projects

1. New Schools

New primary and secondary schools are opening across Didcot, Bicester, Eynsham, and Oxford’s suburbs to support growing communities.

2. Oxford University’s New Humanities Centre

The Stephen A. Schwarzman Centre opens in 2025, uniting several departments with world-class performance spaces.

3. Life & Mind Building

Oxford’s biggest-ever academic building for biology and psychology opens this year.

4. Warneford Park Mental Health Campus

A brand new mental health hospital and brain health research hub is under development in Oxford.

🔬 Innovation & Tech Hubs

1. Oxford North

A £700 million life sciences campus near the A34/A40 junction. First buildings due in mid-2025.

2. Oxford Science Park Expansion

Adding 450,000 sq ft of new laboratory space for biotech and pharma companies.

3. Harwell Science Campus

Home to the UK’s newest space test centre, quantum computing facility, and fusion energy labs.

4. Culham Science Centre

New research facilities and plans for a 3,500-home village alongside cutting-edge tech.

5. Bicester Motion Innovation Quarter

212,000 sq ft of R&D space for future mobility companies, plus events and hospitality.

6. Begbroke Science Park

Long-term expansion is linked to Oxford University’s innovation growth, including homes and R&D space.

🎡 New Attractions Coming to Oxfordshire

1. Puy du Fou Theme Park – Bicester

A £600 million historical theme park is planned near Bicester by the French company Puy du Fou. Known for immersive shows featuring Roman chariots, medieval battles, and historical reenactments, the park aims to transport visitors through different eras. The development is expected to create thousands of jobs and boost tourism in the region.

2. Great Wolf Lodge – Chesterton

Construction is underway for the Great Wolf Lodge in Chesterton, near Bicester. This family-friendly resort will feature an indoor water park, themed hotel accommodations, and various entertainment options. Although initially slated for a 2024 opening, the project has experienced delays, with completion now anticipated in the near future. ​

3. Bicester Motion – Hangar 137

An innovative automotive-themed attraction is being developed at Hangar 137 in Bicester. The facility will include a multi-level e-karting track, bowling alley, workshops, and spectator areas, all housed within a repurposed RAF hangar. This project aims to blend motorsport heritage with modern leisure activities. 

4. Mullin Automotive Museum – Enstone

A new museum dedicated to classic motor cars is set to open near Enstone in West Oxfordshire. The Mullin Automotive Museum will showcase a collection of vintage vehicles, celebrating the region's rich automotive history. This addition is expected to attract car enthusiasts and tourists alike. ​

5. Oxford United Stadium – Kidlington

Plans are in motion for a new 16,000-seat stadium for Oxford United Football Club in Kidlington. The proposed all-electric stadium will include conference facilities, retail spaces, and community areas. Pending planning approval, the stadium aims to open by 2026, enhancing the county's sports infrastructure. ​