YO8 9YB is a sought-after residential area on Yorkdale Drive in Selby. Administratively it sits within Thorpe Willoughby & Hambleton ward and the Selby and Ainsty constituency.
One of the more sought-after postcodes in YO8, YO8 9YB offers a quiet rural community with low density and high home ownership. By day, the area transitions to a rural with mining or quarrying character: includes some mining and quarrying and other industrial activity. An average age of 45 puts this squarely in mixed-family territory — professional couples, school-age children households, and established residents all sharing the streets. 88% 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 13 incidents per 1,000 residents — well below average and reassuring for families. Property: Average house prices are around £334k, down 10.1% 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 9YB are sourced from Output Area E00142109 (shared with 14 postcodes in this micro-neighbourhood). Property prices come from HM Land Registry.
YORKDALE DRIVE, YO8 9YB House Prices & Local Information
Comprehensive demographic deep-dive and infrastructure audit for YORKDALE DRIVE, YO8 9YB.
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45
£ 46,200 /yr
52%
Neighbourhood Index
infoHow calculated?Score 1–10 — how this postcode ranks nationally (10 = top 10%)
Index Insight: YO8 9YB 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. The area also shows excellent employment metrics, indicating a highly economically active population.
Area Character
Ranked among the least deprived areas in England, YO8 9YB combines high owner-occupation (88%), strong property values (£334k median) and low crime into a blue-chip residential profile. Low crime and mid-career demographics put this at peak family desirability. Property prices are trending down 10.1% year-on-year.
mapGeographic Location
Demographic Deep-Dive
The Census 2021 data below shows the full population breakdown for YO8 9YB. The average age is 44.8. 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
£ 334,975
4 sales · Mean £ 343,737
Semi-Detached
£ 142,500
1 sales · Mean £ 142,500
gavel Crime Overview 12 Months (up to 2026-02)
YO8 9YB has low crime rates — 13 incidents per 1,000 residents. The most reported categories are violence and sexual offences and criminal damage and arson. Commercial streets and transport hubs naturally generate more incidents than quiet residential roads.
school Local Schools
Hambleton Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School
storefront Nearby Amenities
Retailers - Other
3 nearby- Camblesforth Mini Market0.4 km
- Hambleton Stores0.6 km
- Joolis Pickles0.4 km
Pub, NightClub
1 nearby- Red Lion Inn0.4 km
Restaurant, Cafe
1 nearby- Copper Top Coffee0.1 km
Hotel, B&B, Guest House
1 nearby- Owl Hotel & Restaurant0.6 km
Takeaway Shop
1 nearby- Ruchee Takeaway0.4 km
train Transport Links
Train Stations
- Sherburn-In-Elmet5.6 km
- South Milford6.2 km
- Selby6.5 km
Bus Stops
- St Mary's Approach0.1 km
- White House Farm0.2 km
- Wheatsheaf Inn0.2 km
- Council Houses0.3 km
- Council Houses0.3 km
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Postcode Profile: YO89YB · Data under Open Government Licence