This volume serves as the definitive navigational tool for the comprehensive multi-volume Oxford History of England series. Richard Raper, a professional indexer, compiled this work to synthesize nearly two thousand years of historical data into a searchable format. The index provides a structured framework that allows researchers to locate specific themes, figures, and events across the entire series, effectively bridging the gap between individual volumes and the broader historical narrative.

Scholars and historians frequently cite this index as a necessary component for utilizing the Oxford History of England effectively. It is recognized as a standard reference tool that significantly increases the utility of the preceding volumes for academic research.