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Oxford Pennsylvania Map

Explore Oxford, Pennsylvania, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Oxford, Pennsylvania

How to Use This Oxford, Pennsylvania Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Oxford, Pennsylvania. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Pennsylvania or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Oxford.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Oxford
State	Pennsylvania (PA)
County	Chester County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Eastern Time (America/New_York)

Latitude	39.785386
Longitude	-75.978835
Population	5,736
Density	1128.2 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Code	19363
Area Code	215, 223, 267, 272, 412, 445, 484, 570, 582, 610, 717, 724, 814, 835, 878
County Seat	West Chester
School District	Oxford Area School District

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About Oxford, Pennsylvania

Oxford is a locality in Chester County, Pennsylvania, United States. It has a population of approximately 5,736. The population density is 1128.2 people per km². Oxford is located at 39.7854°N, 75.9788°W. It observes the Eastern Time (America/New_York) timezone. Oxford is an incorporated locality. ZIP code: 19363.

Oxford anchors the landscape of southern Chester County with a quiet, steady presence that defines its agrarian roots. It lies 15.9 miles south-southwest of Coatesville, PA (from Coatesville, PA: bearing 211°T), and is situated 5.9 miles north of Calvert. The Tweed Creek meanders through the outskirts, carving a path through the fields and providing a vital artery for the local ecosystem. Gentle elevations characterize the terrain, which remains far removed from the distant Appalachian Mountains visible only as a faint, jagged line on the horizon. Residents often find respite in Oxford Memorial Park, a central green space that offers a reprieve from the daily pace. The proximity of Octoraro Lake, just three miles away, provides a reflective mirror for the sky during the long, golden afternoons of late summer. Sunlight here has a particular clarity, catching the edges of the fields and illuminating the deep, fertile soil that has supported generations of inhabitants.

Agriculture remains the backbone of the region, carrying forward a legacy of husbandry that has defined the local economy for generations. Oxford evolved from its early days as a crossroads into a hub for trade and service, supporting the surrounding farms with consistent industry and commerce. The William Penn State Forest stands eight miles away, serving as a reminder of the vast timberlands that once dictated the development of the local wood and milling trades. While the economy has transitioned toward modern retail and regional logistics, the rhythm of life remains tethered to the seasonal cycles of the land. Small businesses and local markets thrive by honoring the practical, industrious nature of the community. Even as technology changes the way work is performed, the underlying commitment to self-reliance and community stability persists in every storefront and workshop.

Cultural life in Oxford reflects a deliberate, unassuming temperament that values neighborliness over ostentation. The town maintains a distinct character, marked by a collection of historic architecture that suggests a long, continuous engagement with the past. Visitors seeking a glimpse of the region’s natural beauty often travel ten miles to witness Gilpins Falls, where the water’s descent provides a rhythmic backdrop to the quietude of the woods. Among the notable figures associated with the broader heritage of the region, the educator and abolitionist John Miller Dickey stands out for his instrumental role in founding the institution that became Lincoln University. This legacy of intellectual pursuit continues to color the local outlook, fostering an environment where education and civic engagement remain highly regarded. Daily life unfolds with a predictable grace, whether one is walking through the local park or attending a seasonal event that brings neighbors together under the clear, expansive sky.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Oxford Arts Alliance (Gallery) — 0.1 mi, 199° S
8th and Broad Street Park (Local Park) — 0.5 mi, 104° E
Moran Tract----(Old) Gray Property Acquisition (Local Conservation Area) — 1.0 mi, 237° SW
Oxford Area Regional Park (Local Park) — 1.0 mi, 237° SW
L Oxford Building Open Space (Local Recreation) — 2.5 mi, 034° NE
Brotherhood of the Jungle Cock (Monument) — 3.4 mi, 108° E
Chrome Barrens (Local Conservation Area) — 3.4 mi, 156° SE
Chrome Barrens Preserve (Conservation Area) — 3.4 mi, 156° SE
Herrs Potato Chip Factory (Attraction) — 3.5 mi, 219° SW
Glenroy Farm Preserve (Conservation Area) — 3.5 mi, 267° W
Big Elk Creek State Park (State Park) — 5.8 mi, 124° SE
White Clay Creek Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 5.8 mi, 124° SE
Jimmy Hans Wild (Monument) — 5.9 mi, 178° S
Goat Hill Serpentine Barrens (State Resource Management Area) — 6.1 mi, 231° SW
Unknown (Historic Ruins) — 6.8 mi, 116° SE
White Clay Creek State Park (State Park) — 7.3 mi, 124° SE
The Art Den (Arts Centre) — 7.5 mi, 216° SW
West Nottingham Academy (Monument) — 9.4 mi, 213° SW
Mercer's Mill Covered Bridge (Attraction) — 10.1 mi, 359° N
JaneKav Gallery (Gallery) — 13.5 mi, 123° SE
University of Delaware Old College Gallery (Gallery) — 13.9 mi, 120° SE
Wings of Thought (Public Artwork) — 14.1 mi, 121° SE
Chapel Street Players (Theatre) — 14.2 mi, 119° SE
Newark Arts Alliance (Arts Centre) — 14.4 mi, 119° SE
Pete Bond Scenic Overlook (Viewpoint) — 14.4 mi, 167° S
Middle Run Natural Area (Nature Reserve) — 14.4 mi, 109° E
Kenneth Flash (Theatre) — 14.8 mi, 073° E
Steppingstone Farm Museum (Museum) — 15.2 mi, 214° SW
Hamilton Ruins (1870s) (Historic Ruins) — 15.6 mi, 248° W
Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (National Wildlife Refuge) — 15.8 mi, 201° S · 96k acres

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