YO8 3BE is a sought-after residential area on Sherburn Street, 0.1km from Cawood in Cawood. Administratively it sits within Cawood & Escrick ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in YO8, YO8 3BE offers a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 42 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 84% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 8 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for YO8 3BE are sourced from Output Area E00142065 (shared with 9 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
SHERBURN STREET, YO8 3BE House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SHERBURN STREET, YO8 3BE.
303
42
£ 57,800 /yr
53%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO8 3BE is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
No single demographic signal dominates YO8 3BE — age 42, 84% ownership, 14% private renting: a mixed-tenure, multi-generational community. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO8 3BE. The average age is 41.9. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.
Ethnicity Profile
Economic Activity
Area Vibe: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO8 3BE has low crime rates — 8 incidents 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.
school Local Schools
Cawood Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
1 nearby- The Pickled Postie0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Castle Inn0.6 km
- Mrs B's Kitchen0.9 km
- The Village Tearoom0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
2 nearby- Ferry Inn0.2 km
- The Jolly Sailor0.1 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Ulleskelf6.0 km
- Church Fenton6.3 km
- Selby7.1 km
Bus Stops
- Methodist Chapel0.0 km
- Methodist Chapel0.0 km
- Castle Gatehouse0.2 km
- Chapel0.2 km
- Cornmill Close0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: YO83BE · Data under Open Government Licence