YO8 4XY is an accessible, working-class neighbourhood on Blythe Close, 1.0km from Bondgate in Selby. Administratively it sits within Selby West ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.
For families considering a move, YO8 4XY represents a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. During the day, includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. A balanced community with an average age of 42 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 69% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 36 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £185k, down 15.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for YO8 4XY are sourced from Output Area E00142191 (shared with 10 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
BLYTHE CLOSE, YO8 4XY House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for BLYTHE CLOSE, YO8 4XY.
273
42
£ 40,100 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO8 4XY falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.
Area Character
YO8 4XY is an established family neighbourhood — 69% owner-occupation and an average age of 42 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. Property prices are trending down 15.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO8 4XY. The average age is 42.2. 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: Highly settled. The area is largely populated by a middle-aged demographic, providing a stable community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Semi-Detached
£ 170,000
1 sales · Mean £ 170,000
Detached
£ 190,000
3 sales · Mean £ 176,000
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO8 4XY has low crime rates — 36 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
Selby Community Primary School
Selby High School Specialist School for the Arts and Science
The Rubicon Centre
Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Brayton Academy
Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Refill It0.9 km
- The Three Singhs0.9 km
- Selby Store0.9 km
- Selby Town Football Club0.7 km
- Cable's Butchers1.0 km
- + 8 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- Polish Bistro 810.9 km
- Bascos Tapas and Wine1.0 km
- Caramba Steakhouse Ltd0.9 km
Takeaway Shop
9 nearby- A Passion 4 Food0.9 km
- Hung Fong Chinese Takeaway0.8 km
- Golden Dragon0.7 km
- Pizza Roma0.7 km
- Star Hot Pizza0.7 km
- + 4 more
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- The Hazeldene Guest House0.8 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- The New Inn1.0 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Selby1.5 km
- Sherburn-In-Elmet9.7 km
- Hensall9.8 km
Bus Stops
- 494 hail and ride end0.3 km
- Hutchinson Street0.3 km
- Hutchinson Street0.3 km
- Mormon Church0.4 km
- Mormon Church0.4 km
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Postcode Profile: YO84XY · Data under Open Government Licence