A fire in an end-of-terrace house in Oxford last night is believed to be arson.

Firefighters were called to the blaze in the end of terrace house in Leiden Road, Headington, just after 9.30pm.

The fire was in the ground floor of the house and firefighters managed to put it out before it could spread. No one was hurt in the blaze.

However, smoke from the fire caused damage throughout the house and the neighbouring properties.

Police are investigating the fire and anyone with information should contact 08458 505505 or Crimestoppers anonymously on 0800 555111.