Postcode Analysis Selby, Yorkshire and The Humber

RIVER CLOSE, YO8 5JU House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for RIVER CLOSE, YO8 5JU.

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Population

137

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Avg Age

56

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Avg Income

£ 50,300 /yr

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Employed

23%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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Index Insight: YO8 5JU falls into the lower 30% nationally for affluence, pointing to a more accessible but economically challenged demographic.

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5/10
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5/10
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1/10
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4/10
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7/10
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3/10
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4/10
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2/10
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1/10
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Area Character

YO8 5JU has a significant social housing presence — 65% of homes are socially rented, reflecting substantial council or housing association provision. Despite the social housing concentration, crime here is lower than expected — a positive signal.

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

YO8 5JU is a quiet, settled residential neighbourhood on River Close in Barlby. Administratively it sits within Barlby & Riccall ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.

An affordable area with active regeneration, YO8 5JU is these neighbourhoods include younger than group average individuals, frequently born in the eu. many residents are of mixed or multiple ethnicities. many are unmarried or divorced. many reside in privately rented detached houses or flats, some of which are underoccupied. individuals are more likely than the group average to be educated to a level/highers or degree level, and to work in managerial occupations. unemployment rates are lower than the group average. many of these neighbourhoods are found close to industrial estates. The daytime character shifts — higher status countryside accessible from major metropolitan areas. Average age 56 — this is a predominantly retired and pre-retirement community, with very low mobility and high owner-occupation. 65% of homes are socially rented, reflecting the area's public housing provision and council presence. Full-time employment stands at 19% — below average for the region, consistent with the area's higher deprivation indicators.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 39 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.

Census 2021 statistics for YO8 5JU are sourced from Output Area E00189891 (shared with 6 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 5JU. The average age is 55.9. 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 Asian0.0%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed5.2%

Economic Activity

23%Active
FT: 19%
Unemployed: 0%
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Community Makeup: A mature neighborhood. The higher average age combined with lower homeownership rates suggests a mix of lifelong renters and retirees.

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

YO8 5JU has low crime rates — 39 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 offences37
Anti-social behaviour36
Criminal damage and arson6
Burglary2
Public order2

school Local Schools

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Barlby High School

Inadequate581 pupils0.3 km
P

Barlby Community Primary School

Good379 pupils0.9 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • Abbey Cafe0.1 km
  • New Inn0.8 km
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Takeaway Shop

2 nearby
  • Barlby Fisheries0.8 km
  • Bear & Tink Teepee Sleepovers0.1 km
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Retailers - Other

5 nearby
  • Food Bank0.6 km
  • Barlby Village Store0.5 km
  • The Barlby Baker0.4 km
  • Bake 'em, Love 'em0.6 km
  • Kellett's Kitchen1.0 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Selby2.9 km
  • Wressle8.5 km
  • Church Fenton12.4 km

Bus Stops

  • Northfield0.2 km
  • Police Station0.2 km
  • Northfield0.2 km
  • Barlby High School0.2 km
  • Bramley Avenue0.3 km