Postcode Analysis Selby, Yorkshire and The Humber

LOWFIELD ROAD, YO8 5ZZ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for LOWFIELD ROAD, YO8 5ZZ.

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Population

347

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 50,300 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: YO8 5ZZ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

Balanced, accessible, and mixed. YO8 5ZZ spans multiple life stages — average age 42, moderate ownership and renting. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

YO8 5ZZ is a sought-after residential area on Lowfield Road, 1.1km from Osgodby in Barlby. Administratively it sits within Barlby & Riccall ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 22 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £222k.

Census 2021 statistics for YO8 5ZZ are sourced from Output Area E00142027 (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 5ZZ. The average age is 42.2. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British94.8%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 1%
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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

Terraced

£ 254,640

3 sales · Mean £ 229,546

Semi-Detached

£ 189,000

4 sales · Mean £ 185,500

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

YO8 5ZZ has low crime rates — 22 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour31
Violence and sexual offences24
Criminal damage and arson8
Other theft3
Drugs1

school Local Schools

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Barlby High School

Inadequate581 pupils0.4 km
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Barlby Community Primary School

Good379 pupils0.5 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Abbey Cafe0.7 km
  • New Inn0.3 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Barlby Fisheries0.3 km
  • Bear & Tink Teepee Sleepovers0.8 km
  • Shahi Lounge0.5 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Aloe Bungalow0.9 km
  • Riccall Grange Apiaries0.6 km
  • The Garden Gate0.5 km
  • Food Bank0.3 km
  • Barlby Village Store0.3 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Selby2.5 km
  • Wressle8.0 km
  • Snaith11.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Hawthorn Drive0.2 km
  • Bay Horse Inn0.3 km
  • Old School Lane0.3 km
  • Wilfreds Road0.3 km
  • Grove Park0.3 km