Erw Goch is in Waunfawr, Aberystwyth and in Ceredigion district. SY23 3AZ is located in the Faenor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ceredigion. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Erw Goch, Waunfawr, Aberystwyth, SY23 3AZ and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY23 3PN, SY23 3QJ, SY23 3BA, SY23 3QQ, SY23 3JG, SY23 3BB, SY23 3QF.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY23 3AZ, has a female population slightly higher than UK average, with 54.9% of residents being female. Several factors can contribute to this. Women generally live longer than men, resulting in a higher proportion of women in neighborhoods with significant elderly populations. Typically, as people grow older, they tend to relocate from city center addresses to suburban areas, smaller towns, and rural locations. Consequently, these areas often have a higher number of females. A higher female population can also be found in areas with industries that employ more women, such as healthcare, education, and retail.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 54.7% | 54.9% | 0.2% | 51.0% | 3.9% |
| Male | 45.3% | 45.1% | -0.2% | 49.0% | -3.9% |
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 | 31.3% | 35.8% | 4.5% | 37.9% | -2.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 51.9% | 47.8% | -4.1% | 44.2% | 3.6% |
| Separated | 0.9% | 1.3% | 0.4% | 2.2% | -0.9% |
| Divorced | 5.6% | 5.6% | 0.0% | 9.1% | -3.5% |
| Widowed | 10.3% | 9.5% | -0.8% | 6.1% | 3.4% |
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 | 41.1% | 48.3% | 7.2% | 48.4% | -0.1% |
| Good health | 41.5% | 33.7% | -7.8% | 33.6% | 0.1% |
| Fair health | 14% | 14.9% | 0.9% | 12.7% | 2.2% |
| Bad health | 2.3% | 3.1% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -0.9% |
| Very bad health | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 1.2% | -1.2% |
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.
In the area around SY23 3AZ this area, 9% 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 46.8%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 12.9% | 9% | -3.9% | 18.2% | -9.2% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 9.4% | 6.4% | -3.0% | 9.6% | -3.2% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12% | 12.9% | 0.9% | 13.4% | -0.5% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 4.7% | 3.0% | 5.3% | -0.6% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.2% | 18.5% | 4.3% | 16.9% | 1.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 44.2% | 46.8% | 2.6% | 33.8% | 13.0% |
| Other | 5.6% | 1.7% | -3.9% | 2.8% | -1.1% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 87.5% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chinese | 3% | 1.5% | -1.5% | 0.7% | 0.8% |
| Indian | 6.4% | 2.3% | -4.1% | 3.1% | -0.8% |
| Other Asian | 2.6% | 0% | -2.6% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
| Black African | 1.9% | 6% | 4.1% | 2.5% | 3.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.4% | 0.4% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.4% |
| White | 84.5% | 87.5% | 3.0% | 81.4% | 6.1% |
In this area, 87.5% of the population were born in the United Kingdom, which is similar to the UK average of 83.2%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 87.5% | 87.5% | 0.0% | 83.2% | 4.3% |
| European Union | 2.6% | 4.2% | 1.6% | 6.1% | -1.9% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.8% | 3.8% | 3.0% | 2.7% | 1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 7.2% | 3.4% | -3.8% | 5.6% | -2.2% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.0% | 1.3% | -0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.4% | 0% | -0.4% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 87.5% | 86.8% | -0.7% | 83.2% | 3.6% |
| 10+ Years | 3% | 10.2% | 7.2% | 9.8% | 0.4% |
| 5-10 Years | 1.9% | 1.5% | -0.4% | 2.9% | -1.4% |
| 2-5 Years | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.0% | 2.2% | -1.4% |
| Less than 2 years | 6.8% | 0.8% | -6.0% | 1.9% | -1.1% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 79% | 76.7% | 2.3% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Poland | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% |
| Central and Western Africa | 1.5% | 0.3% | 1.2% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| No passport held | 16.4% | 13.5% | 2.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.8% | 37.2% | -9.4% |
| Christian | 62.7% | 46.2% | 16.5% |
| Muslim | 0.4% | 6.5% | -6.1% |
| Not answered | 9.1% | 6.0% | 3.1% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Erw Goch was 66.4 per 1,000 residents, which is 180.0% higher than the Faenor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Erw Goch has the 6th highest crime rate of 35 local areas in Faenor and the 97th highest crime rate of 235 local areas in Ceredigion .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 39.1 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -79.7%.

Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 62% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 57 Erw Goch, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £210,000 | 2025-03-26 | £211,632 |
| 8 Erw Goch, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £195,000 | 2025-02-26 | £196,515 |
| 25 Erw Goch, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £245,000 | 2024-12-05 | £233,922 |
| 51 Erw Goch, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £255,000 | 2024-10-11 | £227,845 |
| 32 Erw Goch, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Terraced, an established residential building | £249,999 | 2024-06-14 | £230,029 |
SY23 3AZ 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 3AZ area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 36% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
The percentage of student residents living in SY23 3AZ area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Retired | 83 |
| Full-Time Employee | 55 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 34 |
| Part-Time Employee | 28 |
| Self-Employed | 12 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 10 |
| Other | 6 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 4 |
| Unemployed | 1 |
| Looking after home or family | 0 |
| Education | 36 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 16 |
| Human health and social work activities | 15 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Other | 7 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Construction | 4 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 2 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Penglais Waunfawr , Aberystwyth SY23 3AW | - not rated | 374 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Penweddig Ffordd Llanbadarn , Llangawsai SY23 3QN | - not rated | 1,193 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Comins Coch Comins Coch , Aberystwyth SY23 3BQ | - not rated | 1,329 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Yr Ysgol Gymraeg Plascrug Avenue , Aberystwyth SY23 1HL | - not rated | 1,366 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Padarn Sant Llanbadarn Road , Aberystwyth SY23 1EZ | - not rated | 1,499 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Subway Waunfawr | Ck's Supermarket Rhoshendre, Waunfawr | 640 yd | |
| @Aberista | Coleg Ceredigion, Llanbadarn Fawr | 641 yd | |
| Bwyty Blasus | Coleg Ceredigion, Llanbadarn Fawr | 641 yd | |
| ABERYSTWYTH ARTS CENTRE | Aberystwyth Arts Centre Aberystwyth University Campus, Penglais | 724 yd | |
| Cwtch Bar | Students Union Aberystwyth University Campus, Penglais | 731 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GOGERDDAN ARMS | Gogerddan Arms Primrose Hill, Llanbadarn Fawr | 941 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y Dafarn Datws | Y Dafarn Datws, 1, Wern Villa, Waunfawr | 648 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 | 74.6 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 67 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 79.91 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 17 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.