YO8 8AX is a safe, established residential area located 0.2km from East Common in Selby. Administratively it sits within Selby East ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.
For families considering a move, YO8 8AX represents a transitional terrace area — improving but still facing economic pressures. During the day, mainly white, agricultural workforce, on the edges of smaller towns. A balanced community with an average age of 36 — families, professionals, and long-term residents all well represented. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 26 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families.
Census 2021 statistics for YO8 8AX are sourced from Output Area E00142201 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
YO8 8AX House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YO8 8AX.
450
36
£ 35,500 /yr
58%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: 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.
Area Character
YO8 8AX is an established family neighbourhood — 68% owner-occupation and an average age of 36 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.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO8 8AX. The average age is 35.6. 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.
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO8 8AX has low crime rates — 26 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
Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby
Staynor Hall Primary Academy
Barlby Bridge Community Primary School
Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School
The Rubicon Centre
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
13 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.9 km
- Waterfront Express0.6 km
- Gold Standard Nutrition0.5 km
- Mighty Sweet Uk0.3 km
- Alcotraz0.5 km
- + 8 more
Pub, NightClub
3 nearby- The Malt Shovel1.0 km
- Boy & Barrel0.2 km
- Nelson Inn1.0 km
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Restaurant0.2 km
- Selby Superbowl0.7 km
- Pizza Thyme0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Lucky Star0.5 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.9 km
- Magic and Son0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Selby1.1 km
- Wressle8.6 km
- Snaith9.3 km
Bus Stops
- College Stop B0.0 km
- College0.0 km
- Barwic Parade0.1 km
- Selby College0.1 km
- Selby College0.1 km
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Postcode Profile: YO88AX · Data under Open Government Licence