Postcode Analysis Selby, Yorkshire and The Humber

HOWDEN ROAD, YO8 5BU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for HOWDEN ROAD, YO8 5BU.

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

347

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Avg Age

42

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Avg Income

£ 50,300 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: YO8 5BU 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.

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7/10
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7/10
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1/10
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9/10
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4/10
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8/10
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6/10
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7/10
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4/10
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Area Character

YO8 5BU is a mixed residential postcode — average age 42, 76% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

YO8 5BU is a sought-after residential area on Howden Road, 1.2km from Osgodby in Barlby. Administratively it sits within Barlby & Riccall ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.

For families considering a move, YO8 5BU represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 42 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 76% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 18 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £229k.

Census 2021 statistics for YO8 5BU are sourced from Output Area E00142027 (shared with 14 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 5BU. 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

White / British94.8%
Asian / British Asian2.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.9%
Other / Mixed2.3%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 41%
Unemployed: 1%
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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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home Property Prices by Type

Semi-Detached

£ 202,500

4 sales · Mean £ 200,250

Detached

£ 237,500

2 sales · Mean £ 237,500

Terraced

£ 165,000

3 sales · Mean £ 161,333

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

YO8 5BU has low crime rates — 18 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 offences16
Anti-social behaviour15
Criminal damage and arson7
Other theft4
Other crime2

school Local Schools

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Barlby Community Primary School

Good379 pupils0.2 km
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Barlby High School

Inadequate581 pupils0.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

3 nearby
  • Abbey Cafe0.8 km
  • Dine Contract Catering at Greencore0.8 km
  • New Inn0.0 km
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Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Barlby Fisheries0.0 km
  • Bear & Tink Teepee Sleepovers0.9 km
  • Shahi Lounge0.7 km
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Retailers - Other

7 nearby
  • Aloe Bungalow1.0 km
  • Riccall Grange Apiaries0.8 km
  • The Garden Gate0.7 km
  • Food Bank0.2 km
  • Barlby Village Store0.6 km
  • + 2 more

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Selby2.2 km
  • Wressle8.2 km
  • Snaith11.7 km

Bus Stops

  • Wilfreds Road0.1 km
  • Old School Lane0.1 km
  • Howden Road0.2 km
  • Howden Road0.2 km
  • Hawthorn Drive0.2 km