Kingsmead is in Lampeter and in Ceredigion district. SA48 7AP is located in the Lampeter electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ceredigion. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Kingsmead, Lampeter, SA48 7AP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SA48 7AN, SA48 7AJ, SA48 7AL, SA48 7DF, SA48 7AR, SA48 7BY, SA48 7AS, SA48 7DG, SA48 7DQ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SA48 7AP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.2% 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 | 52% | 49.8% | -2.2% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 48% | 50.2% | 2.2% | 49.0% | 1.2% |
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 | 39.3% | 38.6% | -0.7% | 37.9% | 0.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 33.6% | 27.7% | -5.9% | 44.2% | -16.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 4.9% | 2.6% | 2.2% | 2.7% |
| Divorced | 7.5% | 14.1% | 6.6% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 17.3% | 14.1% | -3.2% | 6.1% | 8.0% |
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.
This area has a lower percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (69%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either an older population or social deprivation in the area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 38.6% | 39.4% | 0.8% | 48.4% | -9.0% |
| Good health | 35.4% | 29.6% | -5.8% | 33.6% | -4.0% |
| Fair health | 18.5% | 19.4% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 6.7% |
| Bad health | 4.7% | 8.8% | 4.1% | 4.0% | 4.8% |
| Very bad health | 2.8% | 2.8% | 0.0% | 1.2% | 1.6% |
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 | 36% | 24.6% | -11.4% | 18.2% | 6.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 14% | 8.7% | -5.3% | 9.6% | -0.9% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.5% | 16.4% | 1.9% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.8% | 4.4% | 1.6% | 5.3% | -0.9% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 7% | 15.3% | 8.3% | 16.9% | -1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 17.3% | 29.5% | 12.2% | 33.8% | -4.3% |
| Other | 8.4% | 1.1% | -7.3% | 2.8% | -1.7% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 94.9% 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 | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.7% | -0.2% |
| Indian | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 3.1% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 1.6% | -0.7% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.2% | 0% | -1.2% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.2% | 0.9% | -0.3% | 0.9% | 0.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.8% | 0% | -0.8% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 96.1% | 94.9% | -1.2% | 81.4% | 13.5% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 89.4% 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 | 92.9% | 89.4% | -3.5% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| European Union | 5.5% | 4.6% | -0.9% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
| Africa | 0% | 0.9% | 0.9% | 2.7% | -1.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 1.8% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| British Overseas | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.1% | 89.4% | -2.7% | 83.2% | 6.2% |
| 10+ Years | 2.4% | 6.5% | 4.1% | 9.8% | -3.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.4% | 1.4% | -1.0% | 2.9% | -1.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.4% | 2.8% | 2.4% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 0% | -2.8% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 63.9% | 76.7% | -12.8% |
| Poland | 3.2% | 1.3% | 1.9% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Other Europe | 0.9% | 0.2% | 0.7% |
| Oceania | 1.4% | 0.1% | 1.3% |
| No passport held | 29.6% | 13.5% | 16.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.3% | 37.2% | -1.9% |
| Christian | 51.8% | 46.2% | 5.6% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 8.7% | 6.0% | 2.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Kingsmead was 152.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.1% higher than the Lampeter average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Kingsmead has the 4th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Lampeter and the 34th highest crime rate of 235 local areas in Ceredigion .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 118.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.1%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 83% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 14 Kingsmead, Lampeter, Ceredigion Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £145,000 | 2021-09-07 | £154,511 |
| 4 Kingsmead, Lampeter, Ceredigion Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £163,000 | 2021-03-29 | £187,968 |
| 2 Kingsmead, Lampeter, Ceredigion Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £180,000 | 2021-01-14 | £207,056 |
| 15 Kingsmead, Lampeter, Ceredigion Terraced, an established residential building | £135,000 | 2020-04-24 | £168,704 |
| 10 Kingsmead, Lampeter, Ceredigion Terraced, an established residential building | £95,000 | 2018-11-30 | £121,004 |
The percentage of retired residents living in SA48 7AP area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 57 |
| Full-Time Employee | 36 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 25 |
| Part-Time Employee | 17 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Looking after home or family | 8 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 3 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 20 |
| Human health and social work activities | 13 |
| Manufacturing | 12 |
| Education | 10 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 9 |
| Construction | 8 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Other | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Carreg Hirfaen Cwmann , Lampeter SA48 8EP | - not rated | 1,542 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
School statistics for this postcode are based on Ofsted rankings.
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Joio | 36 Bridge Street | 214 yd | |
| The (Emmaus) Hub | 78 Bridge Street | 239 yd | |
| Conti's Cafe | Contis Cafe, 5 Harford Square | 267 yd | |
| Ling di Long | 13 Bridge Street | 284 yd | |
| Lloyds Fish and Chip Shop | 4 - 6 Bridge Street | 285 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| THE IVY BUSH INN | Ivy Bush Inn, 1 High Street | 273 yd | |
| LAMPETER BOWLING CLUB | Bowls Club | 456 yd | |
| Lampeter Rugby Club | Lampeter Rugby Football Club North Road | 995 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Marco the takeaway.com | 11 Bridge Street | 285 yd | |
| NEHAR INDIAN TAKEAWAY | Nehar Indian Takeaway, 10 Bridge Street | 285 yd | |
| Oh My Cod | Oh My Cod, Llwyn House, 19 High Street | 320 yd | |
| Canton Kitchen | Canton Kitchen, 17 High Street | 320 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Co-operative | Co-operative Supermarket Bridge Street | 344 yd | |
| Sainsbury's | Sainsburys Supermarket Market Street | 375 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 | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 0.0% |
| 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 | 47.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 42.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 60.89 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 60.89 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 9.1 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 8.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 16.69 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.