Postcode Analysis Selby, Yorkshire and The Humber

COUPLAND CLOSE, YO8 3AR House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for COUPLAND CLOSE, YO8 3AR.

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Population

296

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Avg Age

32

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Avg Income

£ 35,500 /yr

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Employed

61%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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6/10
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5/10
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10/10
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4/10
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6/10
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4/10
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7/10
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3/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. YO8 3AR spans multiple life stages — average age 32, moderate ownership and renting. Balanced crime and pricing reflect a genuinely average but liveable neighbourhood.

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

YO8 3AR is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Coupland Close, 0.4km from Bondgate in Selby. Administratively it sits within Selby West ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a family suburb with many younger renters, often with small children. During the day, white, female workforce with low qualifications, working locally. The community skews young professional (average age 32) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (49% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime is moderate at 78 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £240k.

Census 2021 statistics for YO8 3AR are sourced from Output Area E00189833 (shared with 14 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 YO8 3AR. The average age is 31.7. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British93.1%
Asian / British Asian3.1%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.8%

Economic Activity

61%Active
FT: 49%
Unemployed: 0%
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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.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 210,000

5 sales · Mean £ 215,200

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)

Crime around YO8 3AR is moderate at 78 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.

Violence and sexual offences142
Anti-social behaviour101
Shoplifting35
Other theft23
Criminal damage and arson22

school Local Schools

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Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good350 pupils0.6 km
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Barlby Bridge Community Primary School

Good184 pupils0.7 km
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Selby Community Primary School

Good381 pupils0.7 km
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The Rubicon Centre

Good4 pupils0.8 km
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Selby High School Specialist School for the Arts and Science

Good1124 pupils1.0 km
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Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby

Requires Improvement254 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

25 nearby
  • Mollie Sharp's0.5 km
  • Refill It0.6 km
  • Savers Health & Beauty0.6 km
  • Selby & District Foodbank0.6 km
  • Selby Butchers0.6 km
  • + 20 more
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Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • The Malt Shovel1.0 km
  • Unicorn Inn0.2 km
  • Nelson Inn1.0 km
  • Olympia Hotel0.7 km
  • Railway Sports & Social Club0.9 km
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

17 nearby
  • Bar Paradise0.6 km
  • Downstairs @ River Mills Ballroom0.7 km
  • The Giant Bellflower0.6 km
  • Megna Takeaway & Restaurant0.5 km
  • Mister C's0.4 km
  • + 12 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.9 km
  • Sainsbury's0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

28 nearby
  • Canton Star0.7 km
  • Mama Mia Pizza Takeaway0.6 km
  • Zia Selby0.2 km
  • Lucky Horse0.6 km
  • Golden Dragon0.5 km
  • + 23 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • The Dog House0.7 km
  • The Hazeldene Guest House0.9 km
  • The George Inn0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Selby0.8 km
  • Wressle9.8 km
  • Hensall10.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Yew Tree Close0.2 km
  • High Meadow0.2 km
  • Dixons0.3 km
  • Dixons0.3 km
  • Carentan Close0.4 km