Is WF11 0BA a safe place to live?

Yes, WF11 0BA is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 3 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

What is the population of WF11 0BA?

The population for the WF11 0BA area is approximately 165 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Selby, Yorkshire and The Humber

COBCROFT LANE, WF11 0BA House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COBCROFT LANE, WF11 0BA.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2025-12 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry

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Population

165

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,100 /yr

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Employed

49%

Neighbourhood Index

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Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)

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Index Insight: It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

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9/10

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8/10

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1/10

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7/10

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2/10

paymentsAffluence

7/10

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2/10

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9/10

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2/10

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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. WF11 0BA spans multiple life stages — average age 45, moderate ownership and renting. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · April 2026 · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

WF11 0BA is a safe, established residential area on Cobcroft Lane, 0.1km from Cridling Stubbs in Selby. Administratively it sits within Osgoldcross ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. During the day, industrial activities connected with mining and quarrying. A balanced community with an average age of 45 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 86% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 3 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for WF11 0BA are sourced from Output Area E00142266 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

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Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for WF11 0BA. The average age is 44.8. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British98.2%

Asian / British Asian0.0%

Black / African / Caribbean0.0%

Other / Mixed1.8%

Economic Activity

49%Active

FT: 33%

Unemployed: 1%

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Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.

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gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-12)

WF11 0BA has low crime rates — 3 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson and vehicle crime. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Criminal damage and arson1

Vehicle crime1

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby

Wonkey Donkey Visitors Centre0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Knottingley3.6 km
Whitley Bridge3.8 km
Pontefract Baghill5.9 km

Bus Stops

Wright's Lane0.1 km
Ancient Shephard0.3 km
Ancient Shephard0.3 km
Road End0.4 km