YO8 3XL is a sought-after residential area on Hill Top Road, 0.2km from Wistow in Wistow (Selby). Administratively it sits within Cawood & Escrick ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in YO8, YO8 3XL offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. The 47 average age signals a mature family neighbourhood — long-term residents, good local schools, and high levels of owner-occupation. 88% 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 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £195k. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for YO8 3XL are sourced from Output Area E00142077 (shared with 18 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
HILL TOP ROAD, YO8 3XL House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HILL TOP ROAD, YO8 3XL.
287
47
£ 57,800 /yr
44%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO8 3XL 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.
Area Character
A sought-after, premium postcode. YO8 3XL's low deprivation rank, 88% ownership, and £195k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO8 3XL. The average age is 46.9. 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: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 169,500
6 sales · Mean £ 181,083
Detached
£ 297,500
1 sales · Mean £ 297,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO8 3XL has low crime rates — 15 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Wistow Parochial Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Black Swan Inn0.2 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- WOOSH0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Selby4.4 km
- Church Fenton8.2 km
- Ulleskelf8.5 km
Bus Stops
- Greenways Court0.2 km
- Greenways Court0.2 km
- All Saints Church0.2 km
- Wesleyan Chapel0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: YO83XL · Data under Open Government Licence