Ouse Bank is in Selby and in North Yorkshire district. YO8 5AY 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 Ouse Bank, Selby, YO8 5AY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO8 8FD, YO8 8BL, YO8 8FB, YO8 8FE, YO8 8BJ, YO8 8BH.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around YO8 5AY is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 49.6% | 51.4% | 1.8% | 51.0% | 0.4% |
| Male | 50.4% | 48.6% | -1.8% | 49.0% | -0.4% |
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 | 35.1% | 39.4% | 4.3% | 37.9% | 1.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 45.5% | 43.3% | -2.2% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.2% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Divorced | 9% | 10.4% | 1.4% | 9.1% | 1.3% |
| Widowed | 7.2% | 3.9% | -3.3% | 6.1% | -2.2% |
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 | 54.6% | 46.1% | -8.5% | 48.4% | -2.3% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 36.8% | 3.5% | 33.6% | 3.2% |
| Fair health | 11% | 13.6% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 0.9% |
| Bad health | 0.7% | 2.5% | 1.8% | 4.0% | -1.5% |
| Very bad health | 0.4% | 1.1% | 0.7% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 | 16.2% | 16% | -0.2% | 18.2% | -2.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 20.3% | 13.9% | -6.4% | 9.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 20.3% | 13.4% | -6.9% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 5.4% | 7.8% | 2.4% | 5.3% | 2.5% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14% | 17.7% | 3.7% | 16.9% | 0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 19.4% | 28.1% | 8.7% | 33.8% | -5.7% |
| Other | 4.5% | 3% | -1.5% | 2.8% | 0.2% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 99.3% 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% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 100% | 99.3% | -0.7% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 90% 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 | 90.8% | 90% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| European Union | 7.8% | 10% | 2.2% | 6.1% | 3.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 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 | 90.8% | 90% | -0.8% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 1.4% | 2.5% | 1.1% | 9.8% | -7.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 5% | 1.1% | -3.9% | 2.9% | -1.8% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 5% | 3.9% | 2.2% | 2.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 1.4% | -0.4% | 1.9% | -0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 73.9% | 76.7% | -2.8% |
| Lithuania | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.1% |
| Poland | 2.1% | 1.3% | 0.8% |
| Romania | 4.6% | 0.9% | 3.7% |
| Other EU countries | 1.8% | 1.5% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 16.1% | 13.5% | 2.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 43.2% | 37.2% | 6.0% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Not answered | 3.6% | 6.0% | -2.4% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Ouse Bank was 57.3 per 1,000 residents, which is 67.5% lower than the Selby East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Ouse Bank has the 10th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Selby East and the 698th highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 38.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -40.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 18 Ouse Bank, Selby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £188,000 | 2024-02-23 | £199,750 |
| 32 Ouse Bank, Selby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £167,500 | 2023-08-25 | £173,524 |
| 13 Ouse Bank, Selby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £155,000 | 2022-12-02 | £159,301 |
| Carne House Ouse Bank, Selby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2022-09-02 | £157,800 |
| 25 Ouse Bank, Selby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £104,000 | 2022-04-08 | £114,367 |
| Full-Time Employee | 102 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Retired | 33 |
| Self-Employed | 15 |
| Unemployed | 12 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 10 |
| Other | 8 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 27 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Education | 15 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
| Construction | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Transport and storage | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 6 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 5 |
| Other | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barlby Bridge Community Primary School Thomas Street , Barlby Road YO8 5AA | 3out of 4 | 282 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School New Lane , YO8 4QB | 3out of 4 | 768 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby Barwic Parade , Petre Avenue YO8 8DJ | 3out of 4 | 881 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby Community Primary School Flaxley Road , YO8 4DL | 3out of 4 | 1,346 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Staynor Hall Primary Academy Staynor Link , YO8 8GE | 3out of 4 | 1,651 yd | Academy sponsor led | 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 | 1,395 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brayton Academy Doncaster Road , YO8 9QS | 4out of 4 | 2,064 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barlby High School York Road , Barlby YO8 5JP | 3out of 4 | 2,825 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 | 1,158 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 | 1,018 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| No. 1 The Crescent | 1 The Crescent, Selby | 546 yd | |
| Lola's Garden | Station Cafe, Selby Bus Station | 564 yd | |
| Megna Takeaway & Restaurant | 24-26 Church Hill, Selby | 596 yd | |
| Coffee Lounge Selby Ltd | 50 Micklegate, Selby | 674 yd | |
| Pizza Thyme | 39 Denison Road, Selby | 682 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Inn | 134 Ousegate, Selby | 158 yd | |
| The Malt Shovel | Ousegate, Selby | 158 yd | |
| The Baize Lounge | 2 The Crescent, Selby | 535 yd | |
| The Three Swans | 23 Church Hill, Selby | 591 yd | |
| The Griffin | 42 Micklegate, Selby | 684 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Canton Star | 32 Barlby Road, Barlby | 432 yd | |
| Le Raj Restaurant | Ground Floor, 64-66 Ousegate | 465 yd | |
| Lucky Star | 2 Volta Street, Selby | 475 yd | |
| Tutti's Pizza | 14-16 New Street, Selby | 537 yd | |
| Red Lantern | 48 Ousegate, Selby | 549 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Portholme Road, Selby | 713 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Supermarket, Market Cross | 802 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 18A Abbey Walk, Selby | 931 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Selby Olympia (Ouse Bank Recreation Ground) Ouse Bank | grass pitches | 182 yd |
| Barlby Bridge Primary School BARLBY ROAD | grass pitches | 388 yd |
| Profiles Selby (Closed) Portholme Crescent | health and fitness suite | 690 yd |
| Serendipity Ladies Health & Fitness MICKLEGATE | health and fitness suite | 741 yd |
| T & L Selby Juniors (Closed) Denison Road | grass pitches | 858 yd |
| Freemantle Recreation Ground NEW LANE | grass pitches | 892 yd |
| Denison Road Football Pitches DENISON ROAD | grass pitches | 895 yd |
| Selby College Sports Hall (Closed) Abbots Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 1,085 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 | 25.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 24.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 55.27 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 55.27 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 4.6 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 9.57 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.