WOODLANDS COURT, YO8 5XJ House Prices & Local Information

YO8 5XJ is a sought-after residential area on Woodlands Court, 1.3km from Osgodby in Barlby. Administratively it sits within Barlby & Riccall ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.

This is a strong family neighbourhood — a well-established suburb with a mixed age range and strong community feel. The daytime character shifts — mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. The 38 average age reflects a mixed, mid-career community — settling down but not yet slowing down. 81% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment. Employment levels are high (46% in full-time work) — a well-connected, economically active community.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 15 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: With prices averaging £171k, this is one of the more affordable postcodes in the area, down 8.8% year-on-year.

Census 2021 statistics for YO8 5XJ are sourced from Output Area E00142028 (shared with 13 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.