Nalton Street is in Selby and in North Yorkshire district. YO8 4AE is located in the Selby East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Selby and Ainsty. This postcode has been in use since 1998-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Nalton Street, Selby, YO8 4AE and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO8 4AD, YO8 4QT, YO8 4AH, YO8 4AN, YO8 4QE, YO8 4AX, YO8 4QD, YO8 4AJ, YO8 4AW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around YO8 4AE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.7% | 51.5% | -0.2% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 48.3% | 48.5% | 0.2% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around YO8 4AE, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 49.6% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 44.4% | 49.6% | 5.2% | 37.9% | 11.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.6% | 23.5% | -11.1% | 44.2% | -20.7% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 3% | 1.5% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 16.2% | 5.3% | 9.1% | 7.1% |
| Widowed | 7.9% | 7.7% | -0.2% | 6.1% | 1.6% |
Across the UK, the average 48.4% rated their health as Very Good, 33.6% as Good, 12.7% as Fair, 4% as Bad, and 1.2% as Very Bad.
Population age significantly impacts residents' health. Additionally, socioeconomic status plays a crucial role: higher income levels and lower poverty rates are linked to better health outcomes. Affluent areas benefit from higher living standards, access to private healthcare, and healthier lifestyle choices.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 40.7% | 43% | 2.3% | 48.4% | -5.4% |
| Good health | 41.6% | 38.9% | -2.7% | 33.6% | 5.3% |
| Fair health | 12.9% | 14.1% | 1.2% | 12.7% | 1.4% |
| Bad health | 3.8% | 3.4% | -0.4% | 4.0% | -0.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.7% | -0.2% | 1.2% | -0.5% |
During the 2021 census, the educational qualifications of residents across the UK were as follows: 18.2% had no qualifications, 9.6% had 1-4 GCSEs, 13.4% had 5 or more GCSEs and 1-2 A/AS Levels, 16.9% had 2 or more A Levels, 33.8% held a degree (or equivalent), and 5.4% had completed an apprenticeship.
This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 22.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 30.5% | 22% | -8.5% | 18.2% | 3.8% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.5% | 9.5% | -4.0% | 9.6% | -0.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.3% | 15.1% | 0.8% | 13.4% | 1.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.5% | 7.3% | 2.8% | 5.3% | 2.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.2% | 20.3% | 10.1% | 16.9% | 3.4% |
| Degree or Similar | 15% | 22.4% | 7.4% | 33.8% | -11.4% |
| Other | 12% | 3.4% | -8.6% | 2.8% | 0.6% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% identifying as such, significantly higher than the UK average of 81.4%. This indicates a lower level of ethnic diversity compared to the broader UK population.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Other Black | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 2.2% | 0% | -2.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 90.9% | 97% | 6.1% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Other | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 1.6% | 0.1% |
In this area, 81.1% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.5% | 81.1% | 2.6% | 83.2% | -2.1% |
| European Union | 14.5% | 16.3% | 1.8% | 6.1% | 10.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.7% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 1.3% | -1.5% | 5.6% | -4.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.7% | -0.6% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| Oceania | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 78.2% | 81.3% | 3.1% | 83.2% | -1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 4.7% | 9% | 4.3% | 9.8% | -0.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 7.9% | 5.7% | -2.2% | 2.9% | 2.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 5% | 1.7% | -3.3% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.1% | 2.3% | -1.8% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 60.1% | 76.7% | -16.6% |
| Ireland | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Italy | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Poland | 8.7% | 1.3% | 7.4% |
| Romania | 2% | 0.9% | 1.1% |
| Other EU countries | 2.7% | 1.5% | 1.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Middle East | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 23.2% | 13.5% | 9.7% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 47.7% | 37.2% | 10.5% |
| Christian | 46.6% | 46.2% | 0.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Not answered | 5.4% | 6.0% | -0.6% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Nalton Street was 118.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.8% lower than the Selby East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Nalton Street has the 17th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Selby East and the 261st highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 53.4 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -28.3%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 84% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Nalton Street, Selby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2025-09-25 | £125,000 |
| 10 Nalton Street, Selby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £113,000 | 2024-07-31 | £118,245 |
| 8 Nalton Street, Selby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £135,250 | 2023-08-11 | £140,114 |
| 15 Nalton Street, Selby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-12-15 | £154,163 |
| 16 Nalton Street, Selby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £118,500 | 2022-11-04 | £121,788 |
YO8 4AE area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% residents of this area were unemployed, while the average in the UK was 4.83%. A low level of unemployment in an area indicates a strong job market, where most people who are seeking work can find employment. This generally reflects a healthy economy in the area.
| Full-Time Employee | 98 |
| Retired | 45 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 33 |
| Manufacturing | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 17 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 14 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Education | 12 |
| Construction | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School New Lane , YO8 4QB | 3out of 4 | 290 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby Community Primary School Flaxley Road , YO8 4DL | 3out of 4 | 501 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barlby Bridge Community Primary School Thomas Street , Barlby Road YO8 5AA | 3out of 4 | 932 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School Myrtle Avenue , Brayton YO8 9BG | 3out of 4 | 1,105 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby Barwic Parade , Petre Avenue YO8 8DJ | 3out of 4 | 1,399 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selby High School Specialist School for the Arts and Science Leeds Road , YO8 4HT | 3out of 4 | 348 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brayton Academy Doncaster Road , YO8 9QS | 4out of 4 | 1,161 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barlby High School York Road , Barlby YO8 5JP | 3out of 4 | 3,619 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selby College Abbot's Road , YO8 8AT | - not rated | 1,774 yd | Further education | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Rubicon Centre Raincliffe Street , YO8 4AN | 3out of 4 | 58 yd | Pupil referral unit | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| KC Outreach Selby | Kings Church, New Lane | 146 yd | |
| The Giant Bellflower | 47A Gowthorpe, Selby | 226 yd | |
| The Olive Branch | 71-73 Gowthorpe, Selby | 226 yd | |
| Bar Paradise | 1 Gowthorpe, Selby | 226 yd | |
| Little Miss Muffins | 21 Gowthorpe, Selby | 265 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The New Inn | 4 Gowthorpe, Selby | 264 yd | |
| Cricketers Arms | 17-18 Market Place, Selby | 332 yd | |
| Abbey Vaults | James Street, Selby | 333 yd | |
| The Blackamoor Head Hotel | 6 Finkle Street, Selby | 399 yd | |
| Zuzu Lounge | 12 Finkle Street, Selby | 421 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hins | 2 Portholme Drive, Selby | 145 yd | |
| Pizza King | Ground Floor, 45 Gowthorpe | 223 yd | |
| The New Little Coffee House | 8 Brook Street, Selby | 223 yd | |
| Abbey Fisheries | 61 Gowthorpe, Selby | 226 yd | |
| Lucky Horse | 35 Gowthorpe, Selby | 226 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Supermarket, Market Cross | 298 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 18A Abbey Walk, Selby | 391 yd | |
| Tesco | Portholme Road, Selby | 424 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Freemantle Recreation Ground NEW LANE | grass pitches | 166 yd |
| Abbey Leisure Centre (Selby) (Closed) Scott Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 373 yd |
| Profiles Selby (Closed) Portholme Crescent | health and fitness suite | 384 yd |
| Selby Town Fc RICHARD STREET | grass pitches | 450 yd |
| Selby Leisure Centre SCOTT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 457 yd |
| Selby High School LEEDS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 463 yd |
| Serendipity Ladies Health & Fitness MICKLEGATE | health and fitness suite | 535 yd |
| Selby Community Primary School FLAXLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 587 yd |
| Selby Squash Club THE MALTINGS THE MALTINGS FLAXLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 693 yd |
| Barlby Bridge Primary School BARLBY ROAD | grass pitches | 844 yd |
This statistics are based on Active Places Data - Contains Data © Sport England
| Percentage of premises that have Superfast Broadband (30Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 100.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 0.0% |
| Median download speed | 50.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 95.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 13.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17.5 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.