Penparcau Road is in Penparcau, Aberystwyth and in Ceredigion district. SY23 1QP is located in the Aberystwyth Penparcau electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ceredigion. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Penparcau Road, Penparcau, Aberystwyth, SY23 1QP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY23 1QR, SY23 1QX, SY23 1SY, SY23 1QU, SY23 1QS, SY23 1QZ, SY23 1QT, SY23 1RD, SY23 1SZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SY23 1QP is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 49.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50% | 50.2% | 0.2% | 51.0% | -0.8% |
| Male | 50% | 49.8% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 0.8% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate area around SY23 1QP, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 45.1% of the residents. On average, approximately 38% of individuals who responded to the census in the UK were single. Areas with higher single populations are typically urban centers, university towns, regions with dynamic job markets, rich cultural offerings and entertainment facilities. These regions also tend to have a younger demographic.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 47.9% | 45.1% | -2.8% | 37.9% | 7.2% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 34.5% | 31.7% | -2.8% | 44.2% | -12.5% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| Separated | 1.5% | 3.7% | 2.2% | 2.2% | 1.5% |
| Divorced | 11.9% | 15.2% | 3.3% | 9.1% | 6.1% |
| Widowed | 4.1% | 3% | -1.1% | 6.1% | -3.1% |
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 | 44.4% | 40.8% | -3.6% | 48.4% | -7.6% |
| Good health | 34.1% | 42.3% | 8.2% | 33.6% | 8.7% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 12.2% | -3.3% | 12.7% | -0.5% |
| Bad health | 5.2% | 3.8% | -1.4% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.9% | 0.9% | 0.0% | 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 | 23.2% | 13.6% | -9.6% | 18.2% | -4.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.4% | 9.9% | -3.5% | 9.6% | 0.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 14.9% | 17.3% | 2.4% | 13.4% | 3.9% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 4.9% | 2.8% | 5.3% | -0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.4% | 14.8% | 0.4% | 16.9% | -2.1% |
| Degree or Similar | 24.2% | 37.7% | 13.5% | 33.8% | 3.9% |
| Other | 7.7% | 1.9% | -5.8% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.1% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.7% | 0.7% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 1.9% | -0.3% | 3.1% | -1.2% |
| Pakistani | 1.3% | 0% | -1.3% | 2.7% | -2.7% |
| Other Asian | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0% | 1.4% | 1.4% | 2.5% | -1.1% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 1.7% | 1.4% | -0.3% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.7% | 0.5% | -1.2% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 1.4% | 1.0% | 0.8% | 0.6% |
| White | 90.5% | 91.1% | 0.6% | 81.4% | 9.7% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Other | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 92.5% 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 | 92.2% | 92.5% | 0.3% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| European Union | 2.2% | 4.7% | 2.5% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 3.9% | 2.3% | -1.6% | 5.6% | -3.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.3% | 0.5% | -0.8% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.4% | 92.5% | 1.1% | 83.2% | 9.3% |
| 10+ Years | 1.3% | 4.7% | 3.4% | 9.8% | -5.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.6% | 2.3% | -0.3% | 2.9% | -0.6% |
| 2-5 Years | 3% | 0.5% | -2.5% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 1.7% | 0% | -1.7% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 62.1% | 76.7% | -14.6% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Portugal | 1.9% | 0.5% | 1.4% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 0.9% | 1.5% | -0.6% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| South-East Asia | 0.5% | 0.2% | 0.3% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 32.7% | 13.5% | 19.2% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 54.7% | 37.2% | 17.5% |
| Christian | 31.8% | 46.2% | -14.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.9% | 0.5% | 0.4% |
| Muslim | 0.5% | 6.5% | -6.0% |
| Other religion | 2.3% | 0.6% | 1.7% |
| Not answered | 9.8% | 6.0% | 3.8% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Penparcau Road was 81.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 23.5% lower than the Aberystwyth Penparcau average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Penparcau Road has the 8th lowest crime rate of 22 local areas in Aberystwyth Penparcau and the 82nd highest crime rate of 235 local areas in Ceredigion .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 40.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -68.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tan Y Gaer Penparcau Road, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £224,000 | 2016-05-20 | £310,049 |
| Stanwell Penparcau Road, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £222,500 | 2008-05-21 | £306,106 |
| Stanwell Penparcau Road, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £65,000 | 1998-08-28 | £252,222 |
SY23 1QP area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 3% 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.
| Full-Time Employee | 58 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Part-Time Employee | 25 |
| Self-Employed | 14 |
| Looking after home or family | 12 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 0 |
| Education | 35 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 22 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Human health and social work activities | 11 |
| Construction | 10 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 5 |
| Other | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Real estate activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 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 | 658 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Yr Ysgol Gymraeg Plascrug Avenue , Aberystwyth SY23 1HL | - not rated | 818 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Penweddig Ffordd Llanbadarn , Llangawsai SY23 3QN | - not rated | 951 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llwyn Yr Eos Penparcau , Aberystwyth SY23 1SH | - not rated | 964 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Padarn Sant Llanbadarn Road , Aberystwyth SY23 1EZ | - not rated | 1,042 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Welsh Assembly Offices | Welsh Assembly Government Office Rhodfa Padarn, Llanbadarn Fawr | 590 yd | |
| Caffi Gwenallt | Penparcau Community Centre Penparcau Road, Penparcau | 598 yd | |
| Starling Cloud | The Starling Cloud Boulevard St. Brieuc, Llanbadarn Fawr | 605 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Next Group Plc Parc Y Llyn Retail Park, Llanbadarn Fawr | 605 yd | |
| MCDONALDS | Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd Parc Y Llyn Retail Park, Llanbadarn Fawr | 605 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Asteroid Club | Asteroid Club Aberystwyth Holiday Village (private), Penparcau | 370 yd | |
| ABERYSTWYTH TOWN FOOTBALL CLUB | Club House, Park Avenue Stadium Park Avenue | 837 yd | |
| London Midland Railway Club Association | Railway Club | 1,023 yd | |
| PLAS CRUG BOWLING CLUB | Plascrug Bowling Green | 1,054 yd | |
| Rummers Bar | Rummers Wine Bar Bridge Street | 1,068 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hai Yang | Penparcau Take Away Penparcau Road, Penparcau | 55 yd | |
| CHIP BOX | Shop 4, Glandinas House Penparcau Road, Penparcau | 484 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| CK's Supermarket Ltd | Co-operative Supermarket Penparcau Road, Penparcau | 484 yd | |
| Morrisons Supermarket | Morrisons Supermarket Parc Y Llyn Retail Park, Llanbadarn Fawr | 605 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Limited | Unit B Ystwyth Retail Park | 907 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Marks & Spencer Park Avenue | 1,016 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Park Avenue | 1,016 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.