Benson, Wallingford, OX10 6EH

Benson, Oxfordshire is a village and civil parish in South Oxfordshire, England. The 2011 Census recorded the parish population as 4,754. It lies about a mile and a half (2.4 km) north of Wallingford at the foot of the Chiltern Hills. The chalk stream Ewelme Brook joins the River Thames next to Benson Lock. The village’s setting near the Thames and the Chiltern Hills offers a rural character within a reasonable distance of nearby towns. Residents benefit from the natural scenery of the river and hills, while the proximity to Wallingford provides access to local amenities. Benson’s status as a civil parish indicates a small, close‑knit community with its own local governance structure. The village’s location near a major river and a historic lock suggests potential interest for those who appreciate heritage and waterway views. The population size reflects a modest but established community, providing a sense of stability and local identity.