Is YO8 8LD a safe place to live?

Yes, YO8 8LD is considered very safe. It has a low crime rate of 4 incidents per 1,000 residents, which is well below the national average.

How much do houses cost in YO8 8LD?

The average property price in YO8 8LD is currently around £312k.

What is the population of YO8 8LD?

The population for the YO8 8LD area is approximately 231 residents according to the latest census data.

Postcode Analysis Selby, Yorkshire and The Humber

YO8 8LD House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YO8 8LD.

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Population

231

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Avg Age

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Avg Income

£ 47,600 /yr

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Employed

47%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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10/10

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6/10

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1/10

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3/10

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4/10

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5/10

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1/10

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5/10

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1/10

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Area Character

YO8 8LD is an established family neighbourhood — 61% owner-occupation and an average age of 47 give this postcode the stable, settled character of a community where households put down roots. Low crime and mid-range prices — a genuinely accessible family postcode.

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

YO8 8LD is a safe, established residential area within the YO8 district of Selby. Administratively it sits within Thorpe Willoughby & Hambleton ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.

For families considering a move, YO8 8LD represents a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 47, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 61% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 4 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £312k.

Census 2021 statistics for YO8 8LD are sourced from Output Area E00142105 (shared with 9 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 8LD. The average age is 46.5. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%

Asian / British Asian0.4%

Black / African / Caribbean0.4%

Other / Mixed0.0%

Economic Activity

47%Active

FT: 29%

Unemployed: 3%

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Age & Housing: An older demographic with mixed housing. The population is heavily skewed toward individuals over fifty, with a higher-than-average rental or social housing density.

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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 340,000

1 sales · Mean £ 340,000

Detached

£ 285,000

2 sales · Mean £ 285,000

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

YO8 8LD has low crime rates — 4 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are public order. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

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school Local Schools

Brayton Church of England Primary School

Inadequate382 pupils1.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

Selby3.3 km
Hensall6.7 km
Snaith7.5 km