Pier Street is in Aberystwyth and in Ceredigion district. SY23 2LN 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 Pier Street, Aberystwyth, SY23 2LN and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY23 2AY, SY23 2AT, SY23 2LJ, SY23 2DR, SY23 2BD, SY23 1DT, SY23 1DL, SY23 2AR, SY23 2AZ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY23 2LN is primarily male, with 57.5% of the population 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 | 43.7% | 42.5% | -1.2% | 51.0% | -8.5% |
| Male | 56.3% | 57.5% | 1.2% | 49.0% | 8.5% |
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 2LN, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 78.2% 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 | 77.2% | 78.2% | 1.0% | 37.9% | 40.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 13.6% | 12.2% | -1.4% | 44.2% | -32.0% |
| Separated | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.1% | 2.2% | -1.3% |
| Divorced | 3.1% | 6.4% | 3.3% | 9.1% | -2.7% |
| Widowed | 5.2% | 2.3% | -2.9% | 6.1% | -3.8% |
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 | 54.1% | 43.6% | -10.5% | 48.4% | -4.8% |
| Good health | 32.7% | 38.8% | 6.1% | 33.6% | 5.2% |
| Fair health | 10.6% | 12.3% | 1.7% | 12.7% | -0.4% |
| Bad health | 1.2% | 4.8% | 3.6% | 4.0% | 0.8% |
| Very bad health | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
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.
In the area around SY23 2LN this area, 5.8% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. 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 44.1%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 6.3% | 5.8% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -12.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 3.9% | 4.3% | 0.4% | 9.6% | -5.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 10% | 7.8% | -2.2% | 13.4% | -5.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.3% | 2.3% | 1.0% | 5.3% | -3.0% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 47.2% | 33.1% | -14.1% | 16.9% | 16.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 23.4% | 44.1% | 20.7% | 33.8% | 10.3% |
| Other | 7.9% | 2.6% | -5.3% | 2.8% | -0.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 82.4% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 1.1% | -0.8% |
| Chinese | 2.7% | 0.8% | -1.9% | 0.7% | 0.1% |
| Indian | 2.2% | 1.3% | -0.9% | 3.1% | -1.8% |
| Pakistani | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Other Asian | 2.2% | 0.3% | -1.9% | 1.6% | -1.3% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 4.8% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 2.3% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 1.0% | -0.5% |
| Other Black | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.5% | 2.4% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Mixed White and African | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1% | 1.3% | 0.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Mixed Other | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| White | 87.2% | 82.4% | -4.8% | 81.4% | 1.0% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 2.1% | 1.9% | 0.6% | 1.5% |
| Other | 1.7% | 2.1% | 0.4% | 1.6% | 0.5% |
In this area, 73.8% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is lower than the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 78.9% | 73.8% | -5.1% | 83.2% | -9.4% |
| European Union | 10.6% | 15.5% | 4.9% | 6.1% | 9.4% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| Africa | 2% | 4.3% | 2.3% | 2.7% | 1.6% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.7% | 4.5% | -1.2% | 5.6% | -1.1% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 2% | 0.8% | -1.2% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| 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 | 78.4% | 74.4% | -4.0% | 83.2% | -8.8% |
| 10+ Years | 5.4% | 7% | 1.6% | 9.8% | -2.8% |
| 5-10 Years | 6.6% | 5.1% | -1.5% | 2.9% | 2.2% |
| 2-5 Years | 4.7% | 7.5% | 2.8% | 2.2% | 5.3% |
| Less than 2 years | 4.9% | 5.9% | 1.0% | 1.9% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.5% | 76.7% | -9.2% |
| Ireland | 1.3% | 0.6% | 0.7% |
| Italy | 0.5% | 0.6% | -0.1% |
| Spain | 0.8% | 0.4% | 0.4% |
| Poland | 7.2% | 1.3% | 5.9% |
| Romania | 0.5% | 0.9% | -0.4% |
| Other EU countries | 3.7% | 1.5% | 2.2% |
| Turkey | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.2% |
| North Africa | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 4% | 0.3% | 3.7% |
| Middle East | 1.3% | 0.1% | 1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| Southern Asia | 0.5% | 1.2% | -0.7% |
| No passport held | 11.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62.3% | 37.2% | 25.1% |
| Christian | 28.1% | 46.2% | -18.1% |
| Muslim | 2.4% | 6.5% | -4.1% |
| Sikh | 1.3% | 0.9% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5.9% | 6.0% | -0.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Pier Street was 302.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 72.5% higher than the Aberystwyth Morfa a Glais average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Pier Street has the 7th highest crime rate of 27 local areas in Aberystwyth Morfa a Glais and the 10th highest crime rate of 235 local areas in Ceredigion .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 167.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -24.4%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 23 - 25 Pier Street, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Other, an established residential building | £346,200 | 2018-12-03 | £388,823 |
| 38 Pier Street, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Terraced, an established residential building | £226,000 | 2006-10-11 | £298,924 |
| 31 Pier Street, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Terraced, an established residential building | £300,000 | 2006-06-05 | £390,558 |
| 31 Pier Street, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Terraced, an established residential building | £64,300 | 1999-07-13 | £256,636 |
| 28 Pier Street, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £160,000 | 1999-02-12 | £677,692 |
SY23 2LN 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.
The percentage of student residents living in SY23 2LN area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Student (economically inactive) | 91 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 68 |
| Full-Time Employee | 50 |
| Part-Time Employee | 41 |
| Retired | 35 |
| Self-Employed | 22 |
| Other | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 11 |
| Unemployed | 10 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 37 |
| Education | 31 |
| Human health and social work activities | 24 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 22 |
| Other | 14 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Manufacturing | 4 |
| Construction | 3 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 3 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Padarn Sant Llanbadarn Road , Aberystwyth SY23 1EZ | - not rated | 1,036 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Plascrug Plascrug Avenue , Aberystwyth SY23 1HL | - not rated | 1,154 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Yr Ysgol Gymraeg Plascrug Avenue , Aberystwyth SY23 1HL | - not rated | 1,411 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Penweddig Ffordd Llanbadarn , Llangawsai SY23 3QN | - not rated | 1,664 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Penglais Waunfawr , Aberystwyth SY23 3AW | - not rated | 2,122 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| ULTRACOMIDA | Ultra Comida, 31 Pier Street | 5 yd | |
| THE CABIN | 21A - 21B Pier Street | 32 yd | |
| Antalya restaurant | Antalya Restaurant, 35 Pier Street | 50 yd | |
| Godfather | 36a Eastgate | 67 yd | |
| Home Cafe | Home Cafe & Restaurant, 13 - 15 Pier Street | 74 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Bank Vault | 1 New Street | 50 yd | |
| Harleys (Court Royale) | 21 Eastgate | 92 yd | |
| DOWNIES VAULTS | Downies Vaults, 33 Eastgate | 102 yd | |
| ROYAL NAVAL ASSOCIATION CLUB | Royal Naval Association Club, 3 Market Street | 115 yd | |
| MASONIC SOCIAL CLUB | 6 - 8 Market Street | 115 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIP LICKIN FRIED CHICKEN | Lip Lickin Chicken, 40 Pier Street | 5 yd | |
| hollywoodpizza | 28 Pier Street | 9 yd | |
| The Rana's Kitchen | 11 Pier Street | 74 yd | |
| CHIVES SANDWICH BAR | 2 Eastgate | 102 yd | |
| Chip Box 4 | Penroc, 3 Marine Terrace | 125 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tesco | Tesco Express, 19 - 21 North Parade | 321 yd | |
| Tesco | Tesco Park Avenue | 467 yd | |
| Marks & Spencer | Marks & Spencer Park Avenue | 467 yd | |
| Lidl | Lidl Uk Gmbh | 589 yd | |
| Iceland Foods Limited | Unit B Ystwyth Retail Park | 624 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 | 97.3% |
| 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 | 70.4 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 59.4 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.67 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 19.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 16.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.