Postcode Analysis Selby, Yorkshire and The Humber

YO8 1BQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YO8 1BQ.

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Population

304

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Avg Age

38

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Avg Income

£ 35,500 /yr

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Employed

63%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: YO8 1BQ falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. Employment metrics are below the national average, which typically reflects either economic deprivation or a highly retired population.

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1/10
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1/10
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6/10
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2/10
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10/10
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3/10
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9/10
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1/10
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10/10
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Area Character

Economic hardship is measurable here. YO8 1BQ's IMD rank, 9% unemployment, and 27% social renting combine to signal above-average deprivation — though affordable prices and community resilience are noted strengths. High crime co-occurs with deprivation here — buyers and tenants should review street-level data.

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

YO8 1BQ is an up-and-coming urban area located 0.2km from Selby in Selby. Note: this is a large-user or commercial postcode — residential population data may be limited. Administratively it sits within Selby East ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.

The people who live in YO8 1BQ are typical of residents in this subgroup are typically single or divorced eu-born migrants who live alone. many are aged 25 to 44 and are employed in sales and customer service occupations or are process, plant and machine operatives. a higher than group average proportion identify with the white ethnic group or other asian ethnicities, and many do not speak english very well or well. housing is principally in flats in the social or private rented sector, with households typically overcrowded, and home ownership rare. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 38 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers.

Safety: Crime rates are above average at 116 incidents per 1,000 residents — worth reviewing the crime breakdown below.

Census 2021 statistics for YO8 1BQ are sourced from Output Area E00170114 (shared with 236 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 1BQ. The average age is 38.4. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.0%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed3.0%

Economic Activity

63%Active
FT: 43%
Unemployed: 9%
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Area Vibe: Active but flexible. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic that favors the flexibility of the rental market.

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

Crime around YO8 1BQ is above average at 116 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 offences203
Anti-social behaviour195
Shoplifting52
Criminal damage and arson50
Public order44

school Local Schools

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Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good350 pupils0.3 km
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Barlby Bridge Community Primary School

Good184 pupils0.4 km
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The Rubicon Centre

Good4 pupils0.5 km
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Selby Community Primary School

Good381 pupils0.8 km
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Selby High School Specialist School for the Arts and Science

Good1124 pupils0.9 km
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Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby

Requires Improvement254 pupils1.1 km
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Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School

Good210 pupils1.4 km
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Brayton Academy

Outstanding696 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

30 nearby
  • Mollie Sharp's0.1 km
  • Refill It0.4 km
  • Savers Health & Beauty0.2 km
  • Selby & District Foodbank0.3 km
  • Selby Butchers0.2 km
  • + 25 more
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Pub, NightClub

15 nearby
  • The Malt Shovel0.5 km
  • Unicorn Inn0.6 km
  • Nelson Inn0.5 km
  • Olympia Hotel0.4 km
  • Railway Sports & Social Club0.4 km
  • + 10 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

19 nearby
  • Bar Paradise0.3 km
  • Downstairs @ River Mills Ballroom0.2 km
  • Polish Bistro 810.8 km
  • The Giant Bellflower0.3 km
  • Megna Takeaway & Restaurant0.1 km
  • + 14 more
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Supermarkets

2 nearby
  • Tesco0.5 km
  • Sainsbury's0.2 km
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Takeaway Shop

33 nearby
  • A Passion 4 Food0.8 km
  • Canton Star0.4 km
  • Lucky Star0.9 km
  • Mama Mia Pizza Takeaway0.3 km
  • Zia Selby0.4 km
  • + 28 more
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

3 nearby
  • The Dog House0.3 km
  • The Hazeldene Guest House0.7 km
  • The George Inn0.1 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Selby0.3 km
  • Wressle9.6 km
  • Hensall10.1 km

Bus Stops

  • Audus Street0.2 km
  • Market Cross0.2 km
  • Park Street Shelter0.3 km
  • Audus Street0.3 km
  • Bus Stn Stand 10.3 km