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About

Selby West is a residential district situated on the western edge of the town of Selby. The area is characterised by post-war and modern housing estates, providing homes for a significant portion of the town's population. Its layout is functional, with local shops and schools serving the community's daily needs. The district offers a practical living environment, closely connected to the town centre for more comprehensive services and employment opportunities.

The landscape here is largely flat, typical of the Vale of York, with the River Ouse flowing nearby. A notable feature is the proximity to the vast, flat fields that define the surrounding agricultural land. The area provides direct access to the Selby Canal, a quiet waterway popular for walking and fishing. This setting creates a distinct contrast between the residential streets and the open, rural vistas that begin just beyond the neighbourhood's boundaries.

Area overview

On average Selby West has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 23 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 14.0% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Selby West is £49,739 per year. There are 1 schools in Selby West: 0 primary (0 Outstanding and 0 Good) and 1 secondary (0 Outstanding and 1 Good). Selby West is home to around 7,008 people, with a population density of about 531.6 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
23
Deprivation level
5/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
14%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Selby West Population
7,008
Population density
531.6 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
13.98(-68%)
Anti-social behaviour
8.13(-41%)
Criminal damage and arson
2.71(-68%)
Public order
1.86(-79%)
Burglary
1.28(-75%)
Yorkshire and The Humber average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
6,452
92.03%
Other White
373
5.32%
Irish
31
0.44%
Gypsy or Irish Traveller
27
0.39%
Other
26
0.37%
Total population: 7,011

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4+ (Degree)
1,590
27.4%
No qualifications
1,185
20.42%
Level 3 (A level)
1,003
17.29%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
790
13.62%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
592
10.2%
Total 16+ residents: 5,802

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
1,280
41.93%
Owns with a mortgage
952
31.18%
Private landlord or letting agency
268
8.78%
Social rents from council
232
7.6%
Other social rented
199
6.52%
Total households: 3,053

Property prices in Selby West

Based on 99 recent sales, the median property price is £260,000 in Selby West area, with individual transactions ranging from £107,500 up to £690,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Selby West in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Selby West over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached34£340,000
Flats7£120,000
Semi-Detached50£241,500
Terraced8£170,000

10 years median price trend in Selby West

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Selby West.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.