SA48 8AE is in Felinfach, Lampeter and Ceredigion district. SA48 8AE is located in the Llanfihangel Ystrad electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ceredigion. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Felinfach, Lampeter, SA48 8AE 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. The local area around SA48 8AE is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 52.3% | 51.9% | -0.4% | 51.0% | 0.9% |
| Male | 47.7% | 48.1% | 0.4% | 49.0% | -0.9% |
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 | 25.7% | 32.9% | 7.2% | 37.9% | -5.0% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 50.3% | 43.3% | -7.0% | 44.2% | -0.9% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Civil partnership: Same sex | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Separated | 3.1% | 3% | -0.1% | 2.2% | 0.8% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 8.7% | -0.2% | 9.1% | -0.4% |
| Widowed | 12% | 10.7% | -1.3% | 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 | 40.2% | 42.9% | 2.7% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 36.7% | 33.2% | -3.5% | 33.6% | -0.4% |
| Fair health | 17.3% | 16.6% | -0.7% | 12.7% | 3.9% |
| Bad health | 4% | 4.4% | 0.4% | 4.0% | 0.4% |
| Very bad health | 1.7% | 2.8% | 1.1% | 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 | 27.1% | 15.7% | -11.4% | 18.2% | -2.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 15.4% | 7.4% | -8.0% | 9.6% | -2.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 15.1% | 16.4% | 1.3% | 13.4% | 3.0% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.4% | 9.7% | 7.3% | 5.3% | 4.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 10.3% | 16.1% | 5.8% | 16.9% | -0.8% |
| Degree or Similar | 26.7% | 31.1% | 4.4% | 33.8% | -2.7% |
| Other | 3.1% | 3.7% | 0.6% | 2.8% | 0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 98.3% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| White | 99.7% | 98.3% | -1.4% | 81.4% | 16.9% |
| Other | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 96.7% 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 | 99.1% | 96.7% | -2.4% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| European Union | 0.6% | 1.1% | 0.5% | 6.1% | -5.0% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 98.6% | 96.7% | -1.9% | 83.2% | 13.5% |
| 10+ Years | 0.3% | 2.2% | 1.9% | 9.8% | -7.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.2% | 0.6% | -0.6% | 1.9% | -1.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.1% | 76.7% | -9.6% |
| Ireland | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 31.8% | 13.5% | 18.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 35.6% | 37.2% | -1.6% |
| Christian | 57.2% | 46.2% | 11.0% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 5.8% | 6.0% | -0.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SA48 8AE was 79.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 34.9% lower than the Lampeter average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
SA48 8AE has the 10th highest crime rate of 26 local areas in Lampeter and the 85th highest crime rate of 235 local areas in Ceredigion .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 57.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -33.3%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Valmor, Lampeter, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £350,000 | 2024-11-28 | £316,717 |
| Plasnewydd, Lampeter, Ceredigion Terraced, an established residential building | £175,000 | 2024-10-17 | £161,244 |
| Rhandir, Lampeter, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £315,000 | 2024-05-03 | £295,701 |
| Brynog Arms, Lampeter, Ceredigion Other, an established residential building | £224,000 | 2023-09-01 | £198,171 |
| Vale Of Aeron, Lampeter, Ceredigion Other, an established residential building | £297,500 | 2023-06-30 | £269,628 |
SA48 8AE area has a high level of entrepreneurship. Only 19% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 13% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SA48 8AE 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 SA48 8AE area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 30% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 90 |
| Full-Time Employee | 85 |
| Self-Employed | 38 |
| Part-Time Employee | 29 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Looking after home or family | 13 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 12 |
| Other | 9 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 26 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 18 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Manufacturing | 13 |
| Human health and social work activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 12 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Transport and storage | 7 |
| Other | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Information and communication | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Felinfach Felinfach , Llanbedr Pont Steffan SA48 8AE | - not rated | 99 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Dihewyd Dihewyd , Llanbedr Pont Steffan SA48 7PN | - not rated | 4,588 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Ciliau Parc Ciliau Aeron , Llanbedr Pont Steffan SA48 8BX | - not rated | 4,635 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tafarn Dyffryn Aeron/Vale of Aeron | Vale Of Aeron Inn, Ystrad Aeron | 1 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 | 1.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 1.1% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 1.1% |
| 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 | 52.3 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 52.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 80 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.2 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.