Hornbeam Close is in Selby and in North Yorkshire district. YO8 8FS is located in the Selby East electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Selby and Ainsty. This postcode has been in use since 2014-06-01.
StreetScan combines information about Hornbeam Close, Selby, YO8 8FS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO8 8FF, YO8 8RG, YO8 8FW, YO8 8RS, YO8 8FU, YO8 8FY, YO8 8AY, YO8 8RJ, YO8 8RQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding YO8 8FS has a slightly higher male population, with 51.7% 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 | 53.4% | 48.3% | -5.1% | 51.0% | -2.7% |
| Male | 46.6% | 51.7% | 5.1% | 49.0% | 2.7% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around YO8 8FS, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 50% 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 | 36.3% | 50% | 13.7% | 37.9% | 12.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 52.4% | 37% | -15.4% | 44.2% | -7.2% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 4.1% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.9% |
| Divorced | 8% | 6.8% | -1.2% | 9.1% | -2.3% |
| Widowed | 1.4% | 2.1% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -4.0% |
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 | 56.2% | 57.2% | 1.0% | 48.4% | 8.8% |
| Good health | 32.4% | 26.4% | -6.0% | 33.6% | -7.2% |
| Fair health | 10% | 14.9% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 1% | 1.4% | 0.4% | 4.0% | -2.6% |
| Very bad health | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around YO8 8FS this area, 9.9% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 11.3% | 9.9% | -1.4% | 18.2% | -8.3% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 11.8% | 8.5% | -3.3% | 9.6% | -1.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 19.3% | 20.4% | 1.1% | 13.4% | 7.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 4.2% | 1.8% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.3% | 21.8% | 1.5% | 16.9% | 4.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 30.7% | 32.4% | 1.7% | 33.8% | -1.4% |
| Other | 4.2% | 2.8% | -1.4% | 2.8% | 0.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.7% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Other Asian | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.4% | 1.9% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 1.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 97.6% | 95.7% | -1.9% | 81.4% | 14.3% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 94.1% 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 | 96.2% | 94.1% | -2.1% | 83.2% | 10.9% |
| European Union | 2.4% | 4.4% | 2.0% | 6.1% | -1.7% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.3% | 0.5% | 0.2% | 2.7% | -2.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 95.5% | 92.8% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 9.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.7% | 4.8% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -5.0% |
| 5-10 Years | 1% | 1% | 0.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.3% | 1.4% | 1.1% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.4% | 0% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 74.8% | 76.7% | -1.9% |
| Spain | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 3.9% | 1.3% | 2.6% |
| Other EU countries | 1% | 1.5% | -0.5% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 19.4% | 13.5% | 5.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 48.6% | 37.2% | 11.4% |
| Christian | 48.1% | 46.2% | 1.9% |
| Jewish | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Not answered | 2.9% | 6.0% | -3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Hornbeam Close was 32.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 81.5% lower than the Selby East average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Hornbeam Close has the 4th lowest crime rate of 44 local areas in Selby East and the 864th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.4%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 Hornbeam Close, Selby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £220,000 | 2025-10-10 | £220,000 |
| 31 Hornbeam Close, Selby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £170,000 | 2025-09-29 | £170,000 |
| 17 Hornbeam Close, Selby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £185,000 | 2025-03-28 | £190,891 |
| 12 Hornbeam Close, Selby, North Yorkshire Terraced, an established residential building | £213,500 | 2023-12-08 | £226,612 |
| 18 Hornbeam Close, Selby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £240,000 | 2023-08-21 | £247,657 |
YO8 8FS 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 | 71 |
| Part-Time Employee | 34 |
| Looking after home or family | 11 |
| Retired | 10 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 6 |
| Self-Employed | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 1 |
| Other | 0 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 24 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Education | 18 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 15 |
| Construction | 15 |
| Transport and storage | 12 |
| Information and communication | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 5 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Real estate activities | 3 |
| Mining and quarrying | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Staynor Hall Primary Academy Staynor Link , YO8 8GE | 3out of 4 | 505 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Barwic Parade Community Primary School, Selby Barwic Parade , Petre Avenue YO8 8DJ | 3out of 4 | 557 yd | Community school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School Myrtle Avenue , Brayton YO8 9BG | 3out of 4 | 1,023 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School New Lane , YO8 4QB | 3out of 4 | 1,357 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Baffam Lane , YO8 9AX | - not rated | 1,444 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 | 1,574 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Brayton Academy Doncaster Road , YO8 9QS | 4out of 4 | 1,625 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barlby High School York Road , Barlby YO8 5JP | 3out of 4 | 4,060 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 | 702 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 | 1,407 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 Superbowl | Bowling Alley, Bawtry Road | 485 yd | |
| The Restaurant | Selby College, Abbots Road | 655 yd | |
| Pizza Thyme | 39 Denison Road, Selby | 915 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| McDonalds Restaurants Ltd | Mcdonalds Restaurant, Three Lakes Retail Park | 398 yd | |
| Magic and Son | 6 Carlton View, Selby | 695 yd | |
| Lucky Star | 2 Volta Street, Selby | 858 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Staynor Hall Community Primary Academy STAYNOR LINK | 320 yd | |
| Dw Sports Fitness (Selby) THREE LAKES RETAIL PARK THREE LAKES RETAIL PARK BAWTRY ROAD | health and fitness suite, swimming pool | 468 yd |
| Selby College Sports Hall (Closed) Abbots Road | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 615 yd |
| Selby College ABBOTS ROAD | grass pitches, health and fitness suite | 658 yd |
| Denison Road Football Pitches DENISON ROAD | grass pitches | 1,022 yd |
| T & L Selby Juniors (Closed) Denison Road | grass pitches | 1,068 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 | 55.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 55.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 16.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 15.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.