Buckle Court is in Selby and in North Yorkshire district. YO8 4YD 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 Buckle Court, Selby, YO8 4YD and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO8 4YL, YO8 4YB, YO8 4YA, YO8 4YE, YO8 4YF, YO8 4DR, YO8 4DW, YO8 3WB, YO8 4YQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around YO8 4YD is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 55.3% | 50.2% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 44.7% | 49.8% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 39.6% | 39.9% | 0.3% | 37.9% | 2.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 39.6% | 39.4% | -0.2% | 44.2% | -4.8% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 3.3% | 4% | 0.7% | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Divorced | 13.7% | 14.1% | 0.4% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 2.7% | 2.5% | -0.2% | 6.1% | -3.6% |
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 | 51.4% | 44% | -7.4% | 48.4% | -4.4% |
| Good health | 37.5% | 38.8% | 1.3% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 8.3% | 12% | 3.7% | 12.7% | -0.7% |
| Bad health | 2.4% | 3.6% | 1.2% | 4.0% | -0.4% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.6% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.4% |
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 21.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 23.6% | 19.3% | -4.3% | 18.2% | 1.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18.1% | 14.2% | -3.9% | 9.6% | 4.6% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.6% | 19.3% | 1.7% | 13.4% | 5.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.7% | 7.1% | 4.4% | 5.3% | 1.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.6% | 15.7% | 3.1% | 16.9% | -1.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.8% | 21.8% | 2.0% | 33.8% | -12.0% |
| Other | 5.5% | 2.5% | -3.0% | 2.8% | -0.3% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.6% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.1% | -0.7% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 2% | 0% | -2.0% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.8% | 0.4% | -0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| White | 93.7% | 97.6% | 3.9% | 81.4% | 16.2% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 84.4% 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 | 88.1% | 84.4% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 1.2% |
| European Union | 7.5% | 14.8% | 7.3% | 6.1% | 8.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 88.1% | 84.7% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 1.5% |
| 10+ Years | 1.6% | 5.2% | 3.6% | 9.8% | -4.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 3.2% | 8% | 4.8% | 2.9% | 5.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 5.1% | 1.2% | -3.9% | 2.2% | -1.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 66.7% | 76.7% | -10.0% |
| Lithuania | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 11.2% | 1.3% | 9.9% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other EU countries | 2.4% | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 17.3% | 13.5% | 3.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.6% | 37.2% | 7.4% |
| Christian | 49.4% | 46.2% | 3.2% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.8% | 6.5% | -5.7% |
| Other religion | 1.2% | 0.6% | 0.6% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Buckle Court was 65.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 104.4% higher than the Brayton & Barlow average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Buckle Court has the 9th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Brayton & Barlow and the 598th highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -18.8%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12 Buckle Court, Selby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-07-22 | £163,715 |
| 12 Buckle Court, Selby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2022-07-22 | £168,996 |
| 9 Buckle Court, Selby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £125,000 | 2021-05-20 | £151,498 |
| 18 Buckle Court, Selby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2019-11-28 | £150,838 |
| 1 Buckle Court, Selby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £97,500 | 2016-08-19 | £136,396 |
YO8 4YD 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 | 81 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Retired | 25 |
| Looking after home or family | 14 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 8 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 28 |
| Manufacturing | 19 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Selby Community Primary School Flaxley Road , YO8 4DL | 3out of 4 | 730 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School New Lane , YO8 4QB | 3out of 4 | 1,338 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barlby Bridge Community Primary School Thomas Street , Barlby Road YO8 5AA | 3out of 4 | 1,588 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School Myrtle Avenue , Brayton YO8 9BG | 3out of 4 | 2,228 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Baffam Lane , YO8 9AX | - not rated | 2,393 yd | Academy converter | No | 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 | 1,262 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brayton Academy Doncaster Road , YO8 9QS | 4out of 4 | 2,009 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barlby High School York Road , Barlby YO8 5JP | 3out of 4 | 3,466 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 | 2,882 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 | 1,278 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Giant Bellflower | 47A Gowthorpe, Selby | 1,091 yd | |
| The Olive Branch | 71-73 Gowthorpe, Selby | 1,091 yd | |
| Bar Paradise | 1 Gowthorpe, Selby | 1,091 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unicorn Inn | 15 Bondgate, Selby | 446 yd | |
| The New Inn | 4 Gowthorpe, Selby | 1,053 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Star Hot Pizza | 44 Flaxley Road, Selby | 650 yd | |
| Golden Dragon | 52 Flaxley Road, Selby | 650 yd | |
| Kitchen 62 | 62 Flaxley Road, Selby | 650 yd | |
| Pizza Roma | 50 Flaxley Road, Selby | 650 yd | |
| Zia Selby | 1A Flaxley Road, Selby | 800 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sainsbury's | 18A Abbey Walk, Selby | 1,006 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Selby Squash Club THE MALTINGS THE MALTINGS FLAXLEY ROAD | health and fitness suite, squash courts | 655 yd |
| Selby Community Primary School FLAXLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| Selby Town Fc RICHARD STREET | grass pitches | 780 yd |
| Selby Leisure Centre SCOTT ROAD | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 801 yd |
| Abbey Leisure Centre (Selby) (Closed) Scott Road | artificial grass pitch, health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 853 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 | 56 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 53.9 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 18.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.