Fairway is in Selby and in North Yorkshire district. YO8 9AF is located in the Selby West 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 Fairway, Selby, YO8 9AF and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: YO8 4JE, YO8 9AS, YO8 4JD, YO8 9AE, YO8 9AW, YO8 4JF, YO8 4JB, YO8 9AT, YO8 9AN.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding YO8 9AF, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 53.3% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.4% | 53.3% | 0.9% | 51.0% | 2.3% |
| Male | 47.6% | 46.7% | -0.9% | 49.0% | -2.3% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of YO8 9AF there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 60.9% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 19.5% | 20.2% | 0.7% | 37.9% | -17.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 57.5% | 60.9% | 3.4% | 44.2% | 16.7% |
| Separated | 2.7% | 1.3% | -1.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 4.4% | 6.9% | 2.5% | 9.1% | -2.2% |
| Widowed | 15.9% | 10.7% | -5.2% | 6.1% | 4.6% |
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 | 36.2% | 40.2% | 4.0% | 48.4% | -8.2% |
| Good health | 39.4% | 36% | -3.4% | 33.6% | 2.4% |
| Fair health | 20.1% | 19.2% | -0.9% | 12.7% | 6.5% |
| Bad health | 3.1% | 3.1% | 0.0% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% | 0.3% |
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 | 29.2% | 22.8% | -6.4% | 18.2% | 4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 17.7% | 12.5% | -5.2% | 9.6% | 2.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.5% | 13.4% | -2.1% | 13.4% | 0.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 9.3% | 9.1% | -0.2% | 5.3% | 3.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 9.3% | 13.8% | 4.5% | 16.9% | -3.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 14.6% | 23.7% | 9.1% | 33.8% | -10.1% |
| Other | 4.4% | 4.7% | 0.3% | 2.8% | 1.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Indian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 3.1% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.5% | -1.0% |
| White | 99.6% | 98.1% | -1.5% | 81.4% | 16.7% |
In this area, 95.8% 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 | 98.8% | 95.8% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| European Union | 0.8% | 2.3% | 1.5% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.7% | -1.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 5.6% | -5.6% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.8% | 95.8% | -3.0% | 83.2% | 12.6% |
| 10+ Years | 0.4% | 2.7% | 2.3% | 9.8% | -7.1% |
| 2-5 Years | 0% | 1.5% | 1.5% | 2.2% | -0.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| Poland | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 1.1% | 0.2% | 0.9% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0.1% | 0.3% |
| No passport held | 21.5% | 13.5% | 8.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 24.9% | 37.2% | -12.3% |
| Christian | 69% | 46.2% | 22.8% |
| Hindu | 0.4% | 1.7% | -1.3% |
| Other religion | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Fairway was 32.7 per 1,000 residents, which is 1.7% higher than the Brayton & Barlow average. The most reported crime type was Anti-social behaviour.
Fairway has the 25th highest crime rate of 50 local areas in Brayton & Barlow and the 866th lowest crime rate of 2,071 local areas in North Yorkshire .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 12.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 33.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5 Fairway, Selby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £192,160 | 2023-03-30 | £206,700 |
| 28 Fairway, Selby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £235,000 | 2022-05-26 | £257,253 |
| 30 Fairway, Selby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £169,950 | 2021-02-15 | £203,862 |
| 22 Fairway, Selby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £151,000 | 2019-03-08 | £200,318 |
| 15 Fairway, Selby, North Yorkshire Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £174,995 | 2019-02-22 | £230,985 |
YO8 9AF area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 1% 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in YO8 9AF area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 41% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 94 |
| Full-Time Employee | 64 |
| Part-Time Employee | 32 |
| Self-Employed | 21 |
| Other | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Unemployed | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Education | 9 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 5 |
| Mining and quarrying | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 4 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| St Mary's Catholic Primary School, a Voluntary Academy Baffam Lane , YO8 9AX | - not rated | 926 yd | Academy converter | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby, Longman's Hill Community Primary School Myrtle Avenue , Brayton YO8 9BG | 3out of 4 | 1,010 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby Community Primary School Flaxley Road , YO8 4DL | 3out of 4 | 1,075 yd | Academy converter | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Brayton Church of England Primary School Brayton Lane , Brayton YO8 9DZ | - not rated | 1,241 yd | Academy sponsor led | Yes | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby Abbey Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School New Lane , YO8 4QB | 3out of 4 | 1,296 yd | Voluntary controlled school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Brayton Academy Doncaster Road , YO8 9QS | 4out of 4 | 500 yd | Academy sponsor led | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Selby High School Specialist School for the Arts and Science Leeds Road , YO8 4HT | 3out of 4 | 667 yd | Community school | No | Mixed | More About School |
| Barlby High School York Road , Barlby YO8 5JP | 3out of 4 | 4,596 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 | 2,483 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 | 1,042 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Caramba Steakhouse Ltd | 73 Brook Street, Selby | 702 yd | |
| Polish Bistro 81 | 81 Brook Street, Selby | 702 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Selby Bowling Club Ltd | Clubhouse, Baffam Lane | 881 yd | |
| Selby R.U.F.C. | Selby Rufc Clubhouse, Sandhill Lane | 1,086 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Crossing Fish and Chip | 79 Brook Street, Selby | 697 yd | |
| Reshma Spice | 77 Brook Street, Selby | 699 yd | |
| A Passion 4 Food | 77A Brook Street, Selby | 702 yd | |
| Hung Fong Chinese Takeaway | 82 Brook Street, Selby | 785 yd | |
| The New Little Coffee House | 8 Brook Street, Selby | 791 yd |
| Facility Name | Sport Objects | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Selby Tennis Club Court Lane | tennis courts | 298 yd |
| Foxhill Lane Rugby Field Foxhill Lane | grass pitches | 367 yd |
| Brayton High School Doncaster Road | grass pitches | 461 yd |
| Selby High School LEEDS ROAD | artificial grass pitch, grass pitches | 558 yd |
| Foxhill Lane Playing Fields THE COMMUNITY CENTRE THE COMMUNITY CENTRE FOXHILL LANE | grass pitches | 664 yd |
| St Marys Rc Primary School BAFFAM LANE | grass pitches | 820 yd |
| Longmans Hill Community Primary School MYRTLE AVENUE | grass pitches | 922 yd |
| Selby Bowling Club BAFFAM LANE | indoor bowls | 925 yd |
| Selby Community Primary School FLAXLEY ROAD | grass pitches | 1,000 yd |
| Selby Rufc SANDHILL LANE | grass pitches | 1,053 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 | 34.7 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 30.2 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 52.39 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 52.39 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 5.4 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 5.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.