YO8 8RS is a vibrant, youthful neighbourhood on Abbots Mews, 0.7km from East Common in Selby. Administratively it sits within Selby East ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.
For families considering a move, YO8 8RS represents a mature area with an older, predominantly retired population. The daytime character shifts — low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. An average age of 29 points to a young professional and early-career population — ambitious, mobile, and predominantly renting. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.
Safety: Crime is moderate at 56 incidents per 1,000 residents — broadly typical for this type of urban area. Property: Average house prices are around £259k, up 24.0% year-on-year.
Census 2021 statistics for YO8 8RS are sourced from Output Area E00189870 (shared with 4 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
ABBOTS MEWS, YO8 8RS House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for ABBOTS MEWS, YO8 8RS.
208
29
£ 35,500 /yr
55%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO8 8RS represents a statistically balanced neighbourhood. The scores across affluence, family, and employment align closely with national middle-ground averages, offering a highly typical UK community profile.
Area Character
YO8 8RS is a mixed residential postcode — average age 29, 68% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Young average age (29) and budget pricing suggest early gentrification potential. Property prices are trending up 24.0% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO8 8RS. The average age is 29.2. 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: Youthful and energetic. The demographic is characterized by a high concentration of young adults and early-career individuals.
home Property Prices by Type
Detached
£ 275,000
6 sales · Mean £ 285,583
Terraced
£ 169,950
13 sales · Mean £ 174,073
Semi-Detached
£ 165,000
3 sales · Mean £ 140,833
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
Crime around YO8 8RS is moderate at 56 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
Staynor Hall Primary Academy
Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby
Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School
The Rubicon Centre
Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
Selby High School Specialist School for the Arts and Science
Brayton Academy
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
14 nearby- Aldi Stores Ltd0.4 km
- Waterfront Express0.9 km
- B&M Homestores0.4 km
- Homebase0.4 km
- Jet Garage0.3 km
- + 9 more
Restaurant, Cafe
3 nearby- The Restaurant0.7 km
- Selby Superbowl0.3 km
- Pizza Thyme0.9 km
Supermarkets
1 nearby- Tesco1.0 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Lucky Star0.7 km
- Magic and Son0.6 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Boy & Barrel0.3 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Sleeptight Hotel0.7 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Selby1.2 km
- Hensall8.9 km
- Wressle9.1 km
Bus Stops
- Opp Oak Way0.1 km
- Eden Avenue0.1 km
- Eden Avenue0.1 km
- Abbots Road Bawtry Rd End0.2 km
- Abbot's Road0.2 km
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Postcode Profile: YO88RS · Data under Open Government Licence