Brynymor Road is in Aberystwyth and in Ceredigion district. SY23 2HX is located in the Aberystwyth Morfa a Glais electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ceredigion. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Brynymor Road, Aberystwyth, SY23 2HX and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY23 2DN, SY23 2HU, SY23 2JD, SY23 2DH, SY23 2JA, SY23 2HT, SY23 2EG.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SY23 2HX has a slightly higher male population, with 50.8% 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 | 51.1% | 49.2% | -1.9% | 51.0% | -1.8% |
| Male | 48.9% | 50.8% | 1.9% | 49.0% | 1.8% |
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 | 35% | 40.3% | 5.3% | 37.9% | 2.4% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.2% | 42.9% | -8.3% | 44.2% | -1.3% |
| Separated | 0% | 1.7% | 1.7% | 2.2% | -0.5% |
| Divorced | 7.3% | 6.7% | -0.6% | 9.1% | -2.4% |
| Widowed | 6.5% | 8.4% | 1.9% | 6.1% | 2.3% |
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 | 49.6% | 51.5% | 1.9% | 48.4% | 3.1% |
| Good health | 32.1% | 31.8% | -0.3% | 33.6% | -1.8% |
| Fair health | 12.4% | 12.1% | -0.3% | 12.7% | -0.6% |
| Bad health | 5.1% | 3.8% | -1.3% | 4.0% | -0.2% |
| Very bad health | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.2% | -0.4% |
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 53.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 2.4% | 11.7% | 9.3% | 18.2% | -6.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 4.9% | 2.5% | -2.4% | 9.6% | -7.1% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.2% | 9.2% | -3.0% | 13.4% | -4.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 3.3% | 5% | 1.7% | 5.3% | -0.3% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 15.4% | 17.5% | 2.1% | 16.9% | 0.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 61% | 53.3% | -7.7% | 33.8% | 19.5% |
| Other | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.8% | -2.0% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 96.2% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.5% | -1.7% |
| White | 100% | 96.2% | -3.8% | 81.4% | 14.8% |
| Other | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
In this area, 95.3% 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 | 96.4% | 95.3% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 12.1% |
| European Union | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 6.1% | -6.1% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.6% | 0.1% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 5.6% | -4.0% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.7% | 0.8% | 0.1% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.4% | 92.4% | -4.0% | 83.2% | 9.2% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 5.3% | 5.3% | 9.8% | -4.5% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.2% | 2.3% | 0.1% | 1.9% | 0.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.5% | 76.7% | 7.8% |
| Other Europe | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.8% | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 14% | 13.5% | 0.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 40.2% | 37.2% | 3.0% |
| Christian | 50% | 46.2% | 3.8% |
| Buddhist | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Hindu | 1.5% | 1.7% | -0.2% |
| Jewish | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Other religion | 1.5% | 0.6% | 0.9% |
| Not answered | 5.3% | 6.0% | -0.7% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Brynymor Road was 95.2 per 1,000 residents, which is 45.7% lower than the Aberystwyth Morfa a Glais average. The most reported crime type was Drugs.
Brynymor Road has the 12th lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Aberystwyth Morfa a Glais and the 68th highest crime rate of 235 local areas in Ceredigion .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.0 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -29.6%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 88% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brynhafod Brynymor Road, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Terraced, an established residential building | £355,000 | 2020-09-21 | £412,580 |
| Hendre Brynymor Road, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £393,000 | 2016-12-09 | £506,930 |
| Glenview Brynymor Road, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £430,000 | 2016-12-05 | £554,656 |
| Eryl Y Mor Brynymor Road, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £340,000 | 2014-05-29 | £460,123 |
| Glenview Creche Brynymor Road, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £230,000 | 2013-09-27 | £310,306 |
SY23 2HX area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 0% 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 2HX area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 47% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
The percentage of student residents living in SY23 2HX area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 55 |
| Full-Time Employee | 26 |
| Part-Time Employee | 11 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 9 |
| Self-Employed | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 4 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Other | 2 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 2 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Education | 20 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 14 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 8 |
| Human health and social work activities | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 3 |
| Other | 2 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 2 |
| Manufacturing | 1 |
| Transport and storage | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Padarn Sant Llanbadarn Road , Aberystwyth SY23 1EZ | - not rated | 1,256 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Plascrug Plascrug Avenue , Aberystwyth SY23 1HL | - not rated | 1,597 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Yr Ysgol Gymraeg Plascrug Avenue , Aberystwyth SY23 1HL | - not rated | 1,716 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Penglais Waunfawr , Aberystwyth SY23 3AW | - not rated | 1,886 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Penweddig Ffordd Llanbadarn , Llangawsai SY23 3QN | - not rated | 1,909 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Constitution Hill Trading Ltd | Cliff Railway Cliff Terrace | 98 yd | |
| Prom Diner | Pd's Diner Marine Terrace | 493 yd | |
| Pay As You Feel Cafe St Paul's Methodist Centre | St Pauls Methodist Centre Bath Street | 644 yd | |
| Baravin | Baravin, Llys Y Brenin Terrace Road | 678 yd | |
| Coffee #1 | Coffee#1 Portland Street | 705 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| QUEENS ROAD BOWLING CLUB | The Pavilion Queen's Road | 491 yd | |
| COMMODORE CINEMA | Commodore Cinema Bath Street | 644 yd | |
| Y Banera | Lisburne House Bath Street | 724 yd | |
| The Libertine (Aberystwyth) | 54 - 56 Terrace Road | 731 yd | |
| Irie's | Irie's Thespian Street | 775 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Istanbul Kebab | 50 Terrace Road | 755 yd | |
| Hot Dumplings | Hot Dumplings Chinese Takeaway, 12 Northgate Street | 776 yd | |
| SPARTACUS I | Spartacus Takeaway, 36 Northgate Street | 776 yd | |
| Pizza Time | 19 Northgate Street | 776 yd | |
| G.one | 25 North Parade | 800 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 19 - 21 North Parade | 854 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 | 39.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 38.8 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 76.28 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 76.28 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 6.6 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 6.9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 13.81 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.