Burn Lane is in Temple Hirst, Selby and in North Yorkshire district. YO8 8QW is located in the Camblesforth & Carlton electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Selby and Ainsty. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Burn Lane, Temple Hirst, Selby, YO8 8QW and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO8 8QW is primarily male, with 56.1% of the population 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% | 43.9% | -9.1% | 51.0% | -7.1% |
| Male | 47% | 56.1% | 9.1% | 49.0% | 7.1% |
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 | 30% | 29.2% | -0.8% | 37.9% | -8.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50% | 44.6% | -5.4% | 44.2% | 0.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 4% | 0% | -4.0% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 2% | 3.8% | 1.8% | 2.2% | 1.6% |
| Divorced | 9% | 10% | 1.0% | 9.1% | 0.9% |
| Widowed | 5% | 12.3% | 7.3% | 6.1% | 6.2% |
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 | 48.7% | 34% | -14.7% | 48.4% | -14.4% |
| Good health | 33.3% | 42.9% | 9.6% | 33.6% | 9.3% |
| Fair health | 12.8% | 17.7% | 4.9% | 12.7% | 5.0% |
| Bad health | 4.3% | 4.1% | -0.2% | 4.0% | 0.1% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 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.
In the area around YO8 8QW this area, 28.3% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly higher than the UK average of 18.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 26% | 28.3% | 2.3% | 18.2% | 10.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 18% | 13.4% | -4.6% | 9.6% | 3.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17% | 12.6% | -4.4% | 13.4% | -0.8% |
| Apprenticeship | 8% | 5.5% | -2.5% | 5.3% | 0.2% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 13% | 11.8% | -1.2% | 16.9% | -5.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14% | 23.6% | 9.6% | 33.8% | -10.2% |
| Other | 4% | 4.7% | 0.7% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.3% | 99.3% | 1.0% | 81.4% | 17.9% |
In this area, 94.6% 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 | 98.3% | 94.6% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 11.4% |
| European Union | 0.9% | 3.4% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -2.7% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 1.4% | 0.5% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.3% | 96.6% | -1.7% | 83.2% | 13.4% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 2.1% | 2.1% | 9.8% | -7.7% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 2.2% | -1.5% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.2% | 76.7% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.7% | 1.3% | -0.6% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 21.4% | 13.5% | 7.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 32.4% | 37.2% | -4.8% |
| Christian | 50.7% | 46.2% | 4.5% |
| Buddhist | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.7% | 0.5% | 0.2% |
| Muslim | 0.7% | 6.5% | -5.8% |
| Not answered | 14.9% | 6.0% | 8.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Burn Lane was 44.0 per 1,000 residents, which is 8.0% lower than the Camblesforth & Carlton average. The most reported crime type was Other theft.
Burn Lane has the 27th lowest crime rate of 55 local areas in Camblesforth & Carlton and the 910th highest crime rate of 2,067 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 81.3%.

Households in this area have a similar level level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 58% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have lower average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oak Cottage Burn Lane, Selby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £247,500 | 2016-09-14 | £331,204 |
| The Villa Burn Lane, Selby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £349,000 | 2008-10-10 | £523,241 |
| Oak Cottage Burn Lane, Selby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £187,500 | 2007-09-17 | £263,126 |
| 2 Burn Lane, Selby, North Yorkshire Detached, an established residential building | £130,000 | 2003-01-17 | £290,843 |
YO8 8QW 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.
| Retired | 33 |
| Full-Time Employee | 32 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 18 |
| Part-Time Employee | 16 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Other | 6 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Unemployed | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 1 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Education | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Mining and quarrying | 1 |
| Construction | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hirst Courtney and Temple Hirst Community Primary School Main Street , Hirst Courtney YO8 8QT | - not rated | 482 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel Haddlesey Church of England Primary School Millfield Road , Chapel Haddlesey YO8 8QF | 3out of 4 | 3,642 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Chapel Haddlesey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School Millfield Road , Chapel Haddlesey YO8 8QF | - not rated | 3,642 yd | Voluntary controlled school | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Hensall Community Primary School Church Lane , Hensall DN14 0QQ | 3out of 4 | 3,810 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Camblesforth Community Primary Academy Mill Lane , Camblesforth YO8 8HW | 3out of 4 | 4,653 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Holy Family Catholic High School, Carlton Longhedge Lane , Carlton DN14 9NS | - not rated | 4,692 yd | Voluntary aided school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Holy Family Catholic High School, A Voluntary Academy Longhedge Lane , Carlton DN14 9NS | - not rated | 4,692 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Snaith School Pontefract Road , Snaith DN14 9LB | 3out of 4 | 4,817 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| The Snaith School Pontefract Road , Snaith DN14 9LB | - not rated | 4,817 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| West Bank Hall School West Bank , Carlton DN14 9PZ | - not rated | 2,398 yd | Other independent school | Not Applicable | Mixed | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Sloop Inn | Sloop Inn, Main Road | 372 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 | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (100Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 66.7% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 2Mbit/s | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 5Mbit/s | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 10Mbit/s | 33.3% |
| Percentage of premises unable to receive 30Mbit/s | 33.3% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.