Kitchen Drive is in Selby and in North Yorkshire district. YO8 8EA is located in the Selby East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Selby and Ainsty. This postcode has been in use since 1983-07-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kitchen Drive, Selby, YO8 8EA and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO8 8DZ, YO8 8EB, YO8 8BS, YO8 8BZ, YO8 8AG, YO8 8DE, YO8 8BX, YO8 8DA, YO8 8DF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around YO8 8EA is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 50.7% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -0.3% |
| Male | 49.6% | 49.3% | -0.3% | 49.0% | 0.3% |
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 8EA, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50.7% 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 | 41.5% | 50.7% | 9.2% | 37.9% | 12.8% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 32.1% | 27.5% | -4.6% | 44.2% | -16.7% |
| Separated | 2.6% | 1.9% | -0.7% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 16.6% | 15.5% | -1.1% | 9.1% | 6.4% |
| Widowed | 7.3% | 4.3% | -3.0% | 6.1% | -1.8% |
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 | 44.1% | 42.8% | -1.3% | 48.4% | -5.6% |
| Good health | 34.8% | 38% | 3.2% | 33.6% | 4.4% |
| Fair health | 14.8% | 13% | -1.8% | 12.7% | 0.3% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 5.1% | 0.8% | 4.0% | 1.1% |
| Very bad health | 2% | 1.1% | -0.9% | 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.
In the area around YO8 8EA this area, 30.4% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 17.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 39.4% | 30.4% | -9.0% | 18.2% | 12.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 16.1% | 13% | -3.1% | 9.6% | 3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 11.9% | 14% | 2.1% | 13.4% | 0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.1% | 8.2% | 5.1% | 5.3% | 2.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.4% | 12.6% | 2.2% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 10.9% | 17.9% | 7.0% | 33.8% | -15.9% |
| Other | 8.3% | 3.9% | -4.4% | 2.8% | 1.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97.1% 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 | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.7% | -0.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.7% | -0.5% | 0.9% | -0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 96.9% | 97.1% | 0.2% | 81.4% | 15.7% |
| Other | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 85.1% 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 | 92.2% | 85.1% | -7.1% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| European Union | 6.6% | 14.5% | 7.9% | 6.1% | 8.4% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -2.3% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 90.2% | 85.1% | -5.1% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| 10+ Years | 2.7% | 8.4% | 5.7% | 9.8% | -1.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 0.8% | 5.1% | 4.3% | 2.9% | 2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.7% | 1.5% | -3.2% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.6% | 0% | -1.6% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 58.5% | 76.7% | -18.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 7.6% | 1.3% | 6.3% |
| Romania | 4.4% | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.1% | 1.5% | -0.4% |
| No passport held | 28% | 13.5% | 14.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 50.5% | 37.2% | 13.3% |
| Christian | 37.9% | 46.2% | -8.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Not answered | 11.2% | 6.0% | 5.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kitchen Drive was 119.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 32.0% lower than the Selby East average. The most reported crime type was Shoplifting.
Kitchen Drive has the 14th highest crime rate of 44 local areas in Selby East and the 256th highest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 24.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -12.1%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9 Kitchen Drive, Selby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £17,500 | 1997-08-13 | £82,865 |
YO8 8EA 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 76 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Looking after home or family | 22 |
| Retired | 20 |
| Self-Employed | 17 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 17 |
| Other | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 23 |
| Manufacturing | 22 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Education | 9 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby Barwic Parade , Petre Avenue YO8 8DJ | 3out of 4 | 537 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School New Lane , YO8 4QB | 3out of 4 | 668 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barlby Bridge Community Primary School Thomas Street , Barlby Road YO8 5AA | 3out of 4 | 677 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Staynor Hall Primary Academy Staynor Link , YO8 8GE | 3out of 4 | 1,245 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School Myrtle Avenue , Brayton YO8 9BG | 3out of 4 | 1,258 yd | Community school | 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 | 1,173 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brayton Academy Doncaster Road , YO8 9QS | 4out of 4 | 1,677 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barlby High School York Road , Barlby YO8 5JP | 3out of 4 | 3,327 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 | 901 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 | 846 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lola's Garden | Station Cafe, Selby Bus Station | 512 yd | |
| Selby District AVS | Community House, Portholme Road | 574 yd | |
| Pizza Thyme | 39 Denison Road, Selby | 577 yd | |
| No. 1 The Crescent | 1 The Crescent, Selby | 633 yd | |
| Selby Superbowl | Bowling Alley, Bawtry Road | 644 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nelson Inn | 134 Ousegate, Selby | 408 yd | |
| The Malt Shovel | Ousegate, Selby | 408 yd | |
| The Baize Lounge | 2 The Crescent, Selby | 637 yd | |
| Abbey Vaults | James Street, Selby | 687 yd | |
| The Three Swans | 23 Church Hill, Selby | 763 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucky Star | 2 Volta Street, Selby | 168 yd | |
| Magic and Son | 6 Carlton View, Selby | 296 yd | |
| Jinnah Restaurant | Former Salvation Army Hall, 12A Park Street | 598 yd | |
| Le Raj Restaurant | Ground Floor, 64-66 Ousegate | 643 yd | |
| Tutti's Pizza | 14-16 New Street, Selby | 675 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Portholme Road, Selby | 478 yd | |
| Wm Morrison Supermarkets Limited | Supermarket, Market Cross | 771 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | 18A Abbey Walk, Selby | 978 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Profiles Selby (Closed) Portholme Crescent | health and fitness suite | 540 yd |
| Selby Olympia (Ouse Bank Recreation Ground) Ouse Bank | grass pitches | 688 yd |
| Barlby Bridge Primary School BARLBY ROAD | grass pitches | 717 yd |
| Freemantle Recreation Ground NEW LANE | grass pitches | 754 yd |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Selby) THREE LAKES RETAIL PARK THREE LAKES RETAIL PARK BAWTRY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 781 yd |
| Selby College Sports Hall (Closed) Abbots Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 796 yd |
| T & L Selby Juniors (Closed) Denison Road | grass pitches | 829 yd |
| Denison Road Football Pitches DENISON ROAD | grass pitches | 833 yd |
| Selby College ABBOTS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 860 yd |
| Serendipity Ladies Health & Fitness MICKLEGATE | health and fitness suite | 873 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 | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 90.9% |
| 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 | 32.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 33 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 40 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.7 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 7.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 8.74 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.