Cedar Crescent is in Selby and in North Yorkshire district. YO8 4JW is located in the Selby West 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 Cedar Crescent, Selby, YO8 4JW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO8 4JT, YO8 4JX, YO8 4JQ, YO8 4JH, YO8 4FX, YO8 4JN, YO8 4FU, YO8 4JL.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO8 4JW has a slightly higher male population, with 50.7% of residents being male. Several factors can contribute to this, including areas with industries or sectors that predominantly employ men, proximity to universities or technical schools with a higher enrollment of male students, presence of all-male or predominantly male institutions (military academies, boarding schools).
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 51.3% | 49.3% | -2.0% | 51.0% | -1.7% |
| Male | 48.7% | 50.7% | 2.0% | 49.0% | 1.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of YO8 4JW there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 65.1% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 18.6% | 19.4% | 0.8% | 37.9% | -18.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 62.8% | 65.1% | 2.3% | 44.2% | 20.9% |
| Separated | 2% | 1.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -0.6% |
| Divorced | 8.1% | 7% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -2.1% |
| Widowed | 8.5% | 7% | -1.5% | 6.1% | 0.9% |
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 | 48.1% | 46.2% | -1.9% | 48.4% | -2.2% |
| Good health | 39% | 37.5% | -1.5% | 33.6% | 3.9% |
| Fair health | 10.4% | 12.7% | 2.3% | 12.7% | 0.0% |
| Bad health | 1.9% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.6% | 1% | 0.4% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 18.6% | 14.6% | -4.0% | 18.2% | -3.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.3% | 7.5% | -3.8% | 9.6% | -2.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19% | 15.8% | -3.2% | 13.4% | 2.4% |
| Apprenticeship | 6.1% | 5.1% | -1.0% | 5.3% | -0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 16.6% | 19.4% | 2.8% | 16.9% | 2.5% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.7% | 35.6% | 10.9% | 33.8% | 1.8% |
| Other | 3.6% | 2% | -1.6% | 2.8% | -0.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 99.4% | 99.7% | 0.3% | 81.4% | 18.3% |
In this area, 99% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is higher than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 98.4% | 99% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% | 2.7% | -2.4% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -5.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.3% | -1.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.4% | 99% | 0.6% | 83.2% | 15.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 9.8% | -8.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 93.3% | 76.7% | 16.6% |
| No passport held | 6.7% | 13.5% | -6.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 29.4% | 37.2% | -7.8% |
| Christian | 63.2% | 46.2% | 17.0% |
| Not answered | 7.4% | 6.0% | 1.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Cedar Crescent was 5.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.9% lower than the Brayton & Barlow average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Cedar Crescent has the 2nd lowest crime rate of 50 local areas in Brayton & Barlow and the 47th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 0.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -50.0%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 67% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Cedar Crescent, Selby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £250,000 | 2025-08-08 | £254,675 |
| 8 Cedar Crescent, Selby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2024-11-19 | £276,567 |
| 14 Cedar Crescent, Selby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £265,000 | 2024-07-05 | £282,738 |
| 3 Cedar Crescent, Selby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £266,000 | 2024-07-05 | £283,805 |
| 5 Cedar Crescent, Selby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £233,500 | 2024-06-06 | £251,425 |
YO8 4JW area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in YO8 4JW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 91 |
| Full-Time Employee | 83 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 23 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 34 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 16 |
| Education | 13 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Transport and storage | 10 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 8 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 7 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Information and communication | 5 |
| Real estate activities | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Baffam Lane , YO8 9AX | - not rated | 1,330 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brayton Church of England Primary School Brayton Lane , Brayton YO8 9DZ | - not rated | 1,360 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby Community Primary School Flaxley Road , YO8 4DL | 3out of 4 | 1,530 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School Myrtle Avenue , Brayton YO8 9BG | 3out of 4 | 1,567 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School New Lane , YO8 4QB | 3out of 4 | 1,897 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brayton Academy Doncaster Road , YO8 9QS | 4out of 4 | 963 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby High School Specialist School for the Arts and Science Leeds Road , YO8 4HT | 3out of 4 | 1,266 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barlby High School York Road , Barlby YO8 5JP | 3out of 4 | 5,089 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 | 3,120 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 | 1,644 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selby R.U.F.C. | Selby Rufc Clubhouse, Sandhill Lane | 444 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Selby Rufc SANDHILL LANE | grass pitches | 413 yd |
| Selby Tennis Club Court Lane | tennis courts | 426 yd |
| Foxhill Lane Rugby Field Foxhill Lane | grass pitches | 627 yd |
| Foxhill Lane Playing Fields THE COMMUNITY CENTRE THE COMMUNITY CENTRE FOXHILL LANE | grass pitches | 753 yd |
| Brayton High School Doncaster Road | grass pitches | 904 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 | 58.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 54.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.74 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.74 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.