YO8 8JW is a sought-after residential area on Park Lane in Barlow. Administratively it sits within Brayton & Barlow ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in YO8, YO8 8JW offers a spacious suburb popular with older working households approaching retirement. Outside of residential hours, manufacturing, energy and utilities. At 44 years average, expect a well-rounded neighbourhood — a blend of established families, working professionals, and longer-term owner-occupiers. 95% of residents own their home — above average for the district, consistent with a stable and sought-after address.
Safety: Crime rates are low here at 2 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £322k, up 34.3% year-on-year. The area ranks among the least deprived 20% in England — a strong signal of community wellbeing, good schools, and low crime.
Census 2021 statistics for YO8 8JW are sourced from Output Area E00142033 (shared with 22 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
PARK LANE, YO8 8JW House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for PARK LANE, YO8 8JW.
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£ 47,600 /yr
54%
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
A sought-after, premium postcode. YO8 8JW's low deprivation rank, 95% ownership, and £322k median price place it in the top quintile nationally for residential quality. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending up 34.3% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO8 8JW. The average age is 44.1. 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: Established and family-oriented. The area is largely populated by middle-aged homeowners, providing a deeply rooted community feel.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 231,000
11 sales · Mean £ 296,500
Semi-Detached
£ 164,500
3 sales · Mean £ 177,333
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2025-07)
YO8 8JW has low crime rates — 2 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Barlow Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Selby4.6 km
- Snaith6.3 km
- Wressle6.9 km
Bus Stops
- Toad Hall0.2 km
- Toad Hall0.2 km
- Village Green0.2 km
- Village Green0.2 km
- Hunters Walk0.5 km
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Postcode Profile: YO88JW · Data under Open Government Licence