LS24 8AJ is a safe, established residential area on Ouston Close, 0.7km from Tadcaster in Tadcaster. Administratively it sits within Tadcaster ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.
For families considering a move, LS24 8AJ represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — mainly white older workforce, self-employed in agriculture, forestry and fishing, with some construction. The 43 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £185k.
Census 2021 statistics for LS24 8AJ are sourced from Output Area E00142238 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
OUSTON CLOSE, LS24 8AJ House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for OUSTON CLOSE, LS24 8AJ.
344
43
£ 44,700 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
LS24 8AJ is a mixed residential postcode — average age 43, 76% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for LS24 8AJ. The average age is 42.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Age & Housing: A settled, mid-life demographic of homeowners. The population consists largely of established adults and families who own their properties.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 185,000
1 sales · Mean £ 185,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
LS24 8AJ has low crime rates — 36 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and anti-social behaviour. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Tadcaster Primary Academy
St Joseph's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Riverside School, Tadcaster
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
9 nearby- Costcutter0.4 km
- Devine Meats0.5 km
- The Little Delicatessen0.6 km
- Picnics and Parties0.7 km
- A & K Lee Family Butchers0.4 km
- + 4 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- Coach & Horses0.4 km
- Howden Arms0.6 km
- Tadcaster Social Club0.7 km
Restaurant, Cafe
10 nearby- Everything Good Goes Ltd0.7 km
- Sapori Di Napoli0.7 km
- The Lemon Tree0.6 km
- Elsies0.4 km
- Tadcaster Volunteer Car & Services A0.7 km
- + 5 more
Takeaway Shop
7 nearby- Cottage of India0.6 km
- Happy Wok0.5 km
- Lucky Star0.4 km
- Tadkebab0.4 km
- Walkers Kitchen0.6 km
- + 2 more
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Sainsbury's0.5 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Shann House Hotel0.6 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ulleskelf4.3 km
- Church Fenton6.6 km
- Sherburn-In-Elmet9.9 km
Bus Stops
- The Leeds Arms0.3 km
- The Leeds Arms0.4 km
- Bus Station Stand 20.4 km
- Bus Station Stand 30.4 km
- Tadcaster Bus Stn0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: LS248AJ · Data under Open Government Licence