Postcode Analysis Selby, Yorkshire and The Humber

SYLVAN CLOSE, YO8 3UH House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for SYLVAN CLOSE, YO8 3UH.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-02 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
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Population

303

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 57,800 /yr

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Employed

53%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: YO8 3UH 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.

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

YO8 3UH is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 84% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. prices and low crime put this mixed postcode in the more desirable bracket.

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

YO8 3UH is a sought-after residential area on Sylvan Close, 0.4km from Cawood in Cawood. Administratively it sits within Cawood & Escrick ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.

For serious buyers, YO8 3UH is a stable, owner-occupied suburb — married couples, UK-born, strong community. Work and footfall patterns mark this as a rural with mining or quarrying zone — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. This is a stable, socially diverse area (average age 42) — accessible for a wide range of households, from young families to empty nesters. 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 12 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for YO8 3UH are sourced from Output Area E00142065 (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 3UH. 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

White / British98.0%
Asian / British Asian0.3%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed1.7%

Economic Activity

53%Active
FT: 40%
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.

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

YO8 3UH has low crime rates — 12 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.

Violence and sexual offences5
Anti-social behaviour4
Criminal damage and arson4
Other theft2
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Cawood Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School

Good158 pupils0.3 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

1 nearby
  • The Pickled Postie0.4 km
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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Castle Inn0.6 km
  • The Village Tearoom0.5 km
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Pub, NightClub

2 nearby
  • Ferry Inn0.5 km
  • The Jolly Sailor0.4 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Ulleskelf6.0 km
  • Church Fenton6.2 km
  • Selby6.9 km

Bus Stops

  • Wolsey Avenue0.1 km
  • Wolsey Avenue0.1 km
  • Methodist Chapel0.3 km
  • Methodist Chapel0.3 km
  • Castle Gatehouse0.4 km