Bledington, Chipping Norton, OX7 6XN

Bledington is a village and civil parish in the Cotswold district of Gloucestershire, England. The best description identifies it as a village in Gloucestershire, and the summary confirms its status as a civil parish within the Cotswolds. The population of the civil parish was estimated at 490 in 2014, indicating a small, close‑knit community. Geographically, Bledington lies about 4 miles (6 km) southeast of Stow-on-the‑Wold and 6 miles (10 km) southwest of Chipping Norton, placing it within easy reach of these market towns while retaining a rural setting. The postal district is OX 7, which situates the village within the broader Oxford postcode area. Residents benefit from the scenic Cotswold landscape and the proximity to nearby towns for services and amenities. The village’s character is typical of a Gloucestershire rural parish, with a modest population and a setting that balances tranquillity with access to regional hubs.