Park Avenue is in Aberystwyth and in Ceredigion district. SY23 1PG is located in the Aberystwyth Rheidol electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ceredigion. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Park Avenue, Aberystwyth, SY23 1PG and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY23 1PL, SY23 1PF, SY23 1PJ, SY23 1PW, SY23 1PB, SY23 1PN, SY23 1BY, SY23 1DD, SY23 1BX.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SY23 1PG is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 53.3% | 50.5% | -2.8% | 51.0% | -0.5% |
| Male | 46.7% | 49.5% | 2.8% | 49.0% | 0.5% |
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 | 61.2% | 33% | -28.2% | 37.9% | -4.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 15.9% | 49.8% | 33.9% | 44.2% | 5.6% |
| Separated | 2.3% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 10.9% | 8.4% | -2.5% | 9.1% | -0.7% |
| Widowed | 9.7% | 6.1% | -3.6% | 6.1% | 0.0% |
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.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 46% | 42.9% | -3.1% | 48.4% | -5.5% |
| Good health | 32.6% | 39.7% | 7.1% | 33.6% | 6.1% |
| Fair health | 16.1% | 11.1% | -5.0% | 12.7% | -1.6% |
| Bad health | 4.2% | 5.2% | 1.0% | 4.0% | 1.2% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 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.
This area stands out for its high percentage of residents with higher education degree or similar. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 48.9%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 19% | 16.8% | -2.2% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7% | 7.3% | 0.3% | 9.6% | -2.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10.5% | 9.5% | -1.0% | 13.4% | -3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.3% | 5% | 2.7% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 39.9% | 12.6% | -27.3% | 16.9% | -4.3% |
| Degree or Similar | 16.7% | 48.9% | 32.2% | 33.8% | 15.1% |
| Other | 4.7% | 0% | -4.7% | 2.8% | -2.8% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 95.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 2.8% | 0.7% | -2.1% | 3.1% | -2.4% |
| Pakistani | 1.1% | 1% | -0.1% | 2.7% | -1.7% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.7% | 0.7% | 1.6% | -0.9% |
| Black Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.7% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.4% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | -0.6% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0% | -0.7% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94% | 95.2% | 1.2% | 81.4% | 13.8% |
| Arab | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.6% | -0.6% |
| Other | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 1.6% | -0.2% |
In this area, 91% 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 | 91.6% | 91% | -0.6% | 83.2% | 7.8% |
| European Union | 4.2% | 4.9% | 0.7% | 6.1% | -1.2% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.2% |
| Africa | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Middle East and Asia | 2.8% | 3.1% | 0.3% | 5.6% | -2.5% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.6% | 90.3% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 7.1% |
| 10+ Years | 2.8% | 7.2% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -2.6% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.1% | 0.7% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.8% | 1% | -1.8% | 2.2% | -1.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.8% | 0.7% | -1.1% | 1.9% | -1.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.2% | 76.7% | 4.5% |
| Germany | 0.7% | 0.2% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 1.4% | 1.3% | 0.1% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Southern Asia | 1% | 1.2% | -0.2% |
| No passport held | 15.3% | 13.5% | 1.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 46.7% | 37.2% | 9.5% |
| Christian | 41.6% | 46.2% | -4.6% |
| Hindu | 0.7% | 1.7% | -1.0% |
| Muslim | 1.4% | 6.5% | -5.1% |
| Other religion | 0.3% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Not answered | 9.3% | 6.0% | 3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Park Avenue was 169.8 per 1,000 residents, which is 59.1% higher than the Aberystwyth Penparcau average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Park Avenue has the 5th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Aberystwyth Penparcau and the 31st highest crime rate of 235 local areas in Ceredigion .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 78.2 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 24.7%.
Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Unit 1 Park Avenue, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Other, an established residential building | £13,000,000 | 2015-06-01 | £15,769,335 |
| Unit 2 Park Avenue, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Other, an established residential building | £10,825,000 | 2014-01-08 | £13,385,270 |
SY23 1PG 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.
The percentage of retired residents living in SY23 1PG 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%.
| Full-Time Employee | 87 |
| Retired | 81 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Part-Time Employee | 22 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 7 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Unemployed | 6 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 30 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Education | 12 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Construction | 5 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 4 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Plascrug Plascrug Avenue , Aberystwyth SY23 1HL | - not rated | 531 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Padarn Sant Llanbadarn Road , Aberystwyth SY23 1EZ | - not rated | 589 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Yr Ysgol Gymraeg Plascrug Avenue , Aberystwyth SY23 1HL | - not rated | 819 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Penweddig Ffordd Llanbadarn , Llangawsai SY23 3QN | - not rated | 1,074 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llwyn Yr Eos Penparcau , Aberystwyth SY23 1SH | - not rated | 1,733 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| DYFED POWYS POLICE | Police Station Boulevard St. Brieuc | 164 yd | |
| Tesco Cafe | Tesco Park Avenue | 194 yd | |
| EXPRESS CAFE | 10 Alexandra Road | 384 yd | |
| Saphan Thai Street Food | 40 Bridge Street | 387 yd | |
| Le Figaro And The Cambrian Hotel | Le Figaro Alexandra Road | 393 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABERYSTWYTH TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB | Club House, Park Avenue Stadium Park Avenue | 13 yd | |
| London Midland Railway Club Association | Railway Club | 236 yd | |
| THE MILL INN | The Mill Inn, 17 Mill Street | 319 yd | |
| Wetherspoons | Weatherspoons Public House, Yr Hen Orsaf Alexandra Road | 350 yd | |
| Bar 46 | 46 Bridge Street | 365 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| SPARTACUS II | 4 Terrace Road | 446 yd | |
| Domino's Pizza | Unit 1, The Barn Centre Alexandra Road | 473 yd | |
| SUBWAY | 41 Great Darkgate Street | 530 yd | |
| G.one | 25 North Parade | 539 yd | |
| Pizzalush | 51 Great Darkgate Street | 572 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Iceland Foods Limited | Unit B Ystwyth Retail Park | 106 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Marks & Spencer Park Avenue | 194 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Park Avenue | 194 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Uk Gmbh | 236 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 19 - 21 North Parade | 508 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 | 82.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 82.5% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 82.5% |
| 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 | 67.5 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 159.3 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 1000 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 15 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 25.4 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 115 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.