Postcode Analysis Selby, Yorkshire and The Humber

WESTCROFT LANE, YO8 9JQ House Prices & Local Information

Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for WESTCROFT LANE, YO8 9JQ.

analytics Demographics: Census 2021 local_police Crime: police.uk · 2026-01 (1–2 month lag)home Prices: Land Registry
check_circle Link copied to clipboard!
groups
Population

334

cake
Avg Age

49

payments
Avg Income

£ 46,200 /yr

work
Employed

42%

Neighbourhood Index

infoHow calculated?

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

lightbulb

Index Insight: YO8 9JQ is ranked in the top 20% nationally for affluence, indicating a high-income demographic. It scores highly on the family-friendly index, suggesting a strong presence of family households and good proximity to schools.

shieldSafety
9/10
family_restroomFamily
10/10
favoriteHealth
1/10
workEmployment
7/10
diversity_3Diversity
1/10
paymentsAffluence
8/10
directions_transitTransit
1/10
homeHome Ownership
10/10
trending_upInvestment
8/10
psychology

Area Character

Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, YO8 9JQ combines high owner-occupation (96%), strong property values (£392k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. £392k prices with low crime and a mature community — a long-term hold.

home £392,500 median price shield Safety 9/10
verifiedPublished by PostcodeInfo.uk · · Sources: ONS Census 2021, police.uk, Land Registry

YO8 9JQ is a sought-after residential area on Westcroft Lane in Hambleton (Selby). Administratively it sits within Thorpe Willoughby & Hambleton ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.

For serious buyers, YO8 9JQ is a family-oriented neighbourhood with a mix of housing types. The daytime character shifts — includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. With an average age of 49, this is established family country — quiet streets, strong community ties, and low rental churn. 96% 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 7 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £392k. 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 9JQ are sourced from Output Area E00142111 (shared with 12 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.

mapGeographic Location

open_in_new Open Interactive Map

Demographic Deep-Dive

The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO8 9JQ. The average age is 49.3. Figures are sourced from the Office for National Statistics and cover ethnicity, age, religion, education, occupation, housing tenure, and more.

Ethnicity Profile

White / British99.1%
Asian / British Asian0.6%
Black / African / Caribbean0.0%
Other / Mixed0.3%

Economic Activity

42%Active
FT: 31%
Unemployed: 1%
lightbulb

Area Vibe: Peaceful, mature, and permanent. The demographic data points to a strong concentration of older homeowners and empty-nesters.

analytics Full Demographics Profile

home Property Prices by Type

Detached

£ 370,000

10 sales · Mean £ 375,500

gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-01)

YO8 9JQ has low crime rates — 7 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.

Violence and sexual offences8
Anti-social behaviour1
Other theft1

school Local Schools

P

Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School

Good172 pupils0.7 km

storefront Nearby Amenities

restaurant

Restaurant, Cafe

1 nearby
  • Copper Top Coffee0.9 km
hotel

Hotel, B&B, Guest House

1 nearby
  • Owl Hotel & Restaurant0.4 km
fastfood

Takeaway Shop

1 nearby
  • Ruchee Takeaway0.6 km
shopping_bag

Retailers - Other

3 nearby
  • Joolis Pickles0.6 km
  • Camblesforth Mini Market0.6 km
  • Hambleton Stores0.4 km
local_bar

Pub, NightClub

1 nearby
  • Red Lion Inn0.6 km

train Transport Links

Train Stations

  • Sherburn-In-Elmet5.2 km
  • South Milford5.6 km
  • Selby7.3 km

Bus Stops

  • Garth Drive0.0 km
  • Garth Drive0.0 km
  • Dunnington Drive0.2 km
  • Chapel Street0.2 km
  • Chapel Street0.2 km