Postcode Analysis Selby, Yorkshire and The Humber

WILLOW GREEN, YO8 8SG House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILLOW GREEN, YO8 8SG.

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Population

461

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Avg Age

33

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Avg Income

£ 35,500 /yr

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Employed

57%

Neighbourhood Index

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

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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.

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4/10
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9/10
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4/10
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10/10
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5/10
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5/10
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8/10
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6/10
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6/10
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Area Character

YO8 8SG is a mixed residential postcode — average age 33, 68% owner-occupied, spanning a wide range of household types and life stages. Low crime and mid-range prices make this a solid all-round choice.

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

YO8 8SG is a safe, established residential area on Willow Green, 0.9km from East Common in Selby. Administratively it sits within Selby East ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.

For families considering a move, YO8 8SG represents a diverse rural area with a mix of families, workers and retirees. During the day, low density wholesale and retail in mostly white areas, often on urban fringe or close to transport nodes. The community skews young professional (average age 33) — expect a mix of renters, sharers, and first-time buyers. 68% of properties are owner-occupied — a strong indicator of neighbourhood stability and long-term community investment.

Safety: Crime rates are low here at 41 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £262k.

Census 2021 statistics for YO8 8SG are sourced from Output Area E00189836 (shared with 14 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 8SG. The average age is 33.0. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British95.5%
Asian / British Asian1.5%
Black / African / Caribbean1.1%
Other / Mixed1.9%

Economic Activity

57%Active
FT: 42%
Unemployed: 1%
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Community Makeup: A balanced, mature neighborhood. The average age points to a solid foundation of mid-career individuals.

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 262,000

1 sales · Mean £ 262,000

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

YO8 8SG has low crime rates — 41 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are anti-social behaviour and violence and sexual offences. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.

Anti-social behaviour45
Violence and sexual offences42
Shoplifting11
Public order7
Vehicle crime7

school Local Schools

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Staynor Hall Primary Academy

Good289 pupils0.4 km
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Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby

Requires Improvement254 pupils0.8 km
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Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School

Good210 pupils1.1 km
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St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy

Good169 pupils1.4 km
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The Rubicon Centre

Good4 pupils1.6 km
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Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good350 pupils1.6 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

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Retailers - Other

9 nearby
  • Aldi Stores Ltd0.3 km
  • B&M Homestores0.3 km
  • Homebase0.3 km
  • Jet Garage0.5 km
  • Lidl UK GmbH0.3 km
  • + 4 more
restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

2 nearby
  • The Restaurant0.8 km
  • Selby Superbowl0.5 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

3 nearby
  • Lucky Star1.0 km
  • Magic and Son0.9 km
  • McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.3 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Boy & Barrel0.5 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Sleeptight Hotel0.5 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Selby1.5 km
  • Hensall8.7 km
  • Snaith8.8 km

Bus Stops

  • Playing Fields0.2 km
  • Three Lakes Industrial Estate0.2 km
  • Opp Oak Way0.3 km
  • Oakney Wood Road0.4 km
  • Eden Avenue0.4 km