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.
WILLOW GREEN, YO8 8SG House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WILLOW GREEN, YO8 8SG.
461
33
£ 35,500 /yr
57%
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 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.
mapGeographic Location
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
Economic Activity
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.
school Local Schools
Staynor Hall Primary Academy
Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby
Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School
St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy
The Rubicon Centre
Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
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, Cafe
2 nearby- The Restaurant0.8 km
- Selby Superbowl0.5 km
Takeaway Shop
3 nearby- Lucky Star1.0 km
- Magic and Son0.9 km
- McDonalds Restaurants Ltd0.3 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Boy & Barrel0.5 km
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
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Postcode Profile: YO88SG · Data under Open Government Licence