Garth is in Penrhyncoch, Aberystwyth and in Ceredigion district. SY23 3EP is located in the Trefeurig electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ceredigion. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Garth, Penrhyncoch, Aberystwyth, SY23 3EP and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY23 3TY, SY23 3FA, SY23 3EL, SY23 3NJ, SY23 3TW, SY23 3GZ, SY23 3EN, SY23 3EJ, SY23 3EW.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SY23 3EP has a slightly higher male population, with 50.3% 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 | 49.5% | 49.8% | 0.3% | 51.0% | -1.2% |
| Male | 50.5% | 50.3% | -0.2% | 49.0% | 1.3% |
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 | 33.4% | 36.8% | 3.4% | 37.9% | -1.1% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 49.2% | 45.5% | -3.7% | 44.2% | 1.3% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Separated | 1.9% | 2.8% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.6% |
| Divorced | 10.1% | 9.6% | -0.5% | 9.1% | 0.5% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 4.6% | -0.8% | 6.1% | -1.5% |
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 | 55.3% | 50.1% | -5.2% | 48.4% | 1.7% |
| Good health | 30% | 32.4% | 2.4% | 33.6% | -1.2% |
| Fair health | 10.9% | 13.5% | 2.6% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 2.9% | 2.7% | -0.2% | 4.0% | -1.3% |
| Very bad health | 1% | 1.2% | 0.2% | 1.2% | 0.0% |
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 | 12.6% | 12.1% | -0.5% | 18.2% | -6.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 13.9% | 5.3% | -8.6% | 9.6% | -4.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 17.4% | 18.6% | 1.2% | 13.4% | 5.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.1% | 8.4% | 4.3% | 5.3% | 3.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 14.5% | 19.6% | 5.1% | 16.9% | 2.7% |
| Degree or Similar | 34.4% | 35.7% | 1.3% | 33.8% | 1.9% |
| Other | 3.2% | 0.3% | -2.9% | 2.8% | -2.5% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 97% 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% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 1% | 0% | -1.0% | 3.1% | -3.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 1.6% | -0.6% |
| Black African | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.5% | -1.5% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.8% | 0.8% | 0.5% | 0.3% |
| White | 99% | 97% | -2.0% | 81.4% | 15.6% |
In this area, 95% 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 | 97.6% | 95% | -2.6% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| European Union | 1% | 1.8% | 0.8% | 6.1% | -4.3% |
| Rest of Europe | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 1.8% | 1.3% | 2.7% | -0.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 5.6% | -4.6% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 96.1% | 95% | -1.1% | 83.2% | 11.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0.2% | 3.5% | 3.3% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 2.9% | -1.9% |
| 2-5 Years | 2.7% | 0.3% | -2.4% | 2.2% | -1.9% |
| Less than 2 years | 1% | 0.3% | -0.7% | 1.9% | -1.6% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77% | 76.7% | 0.3% |
| Germany | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| Italy | 0.8% | 0.6% | 0.2% |
| Other EU countries | 0.3% | 1.5% | -1.2% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 20.8% | 13.5% | 7.3% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 44.8% | 37.2% | 7.6% |
| Christian | 48% | 46.2% | 1.8% |
| Muslim | 1.3% | 6.5% | -5.2% |
| Other religion | 1% | 0.6% | 0.4% |
| Not answered | 5% | 6.0% | -1.0% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Garth was 31.9 per 1,000 residents, which is 25.6% lower than the Borth average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Garth has the 9th lowest crime rate of 26 local areas in Borth and the 61st lowest crime rate of 235 local areas in Ceredigion .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 19.6 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -66.9%.
Households in this area have a slightly lower level of wealth to the average household in England and Wales. 63% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.
| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arwelfa Garth, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Semi-Detached, an established residential building | £224,975 | 2022-10-31 | £204,277 |
| Brodawel Garth, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £249,999 | 2022-09-12 | £220,691 |
| Tregar Garth, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Terraced, an established residential building | £150,000 | 2021-07-16 | £160,023 |
| Hafod Garth, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2020-10-02 | £132,490 |
| Llys Aeron Garth, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Terraced, an established residential building | £200,000 | 2016-06-17 | £275,758 |
| Full-Time Employee | 116 |
| Retired | 72 |
| Part-Time Employee | 47 |
| Self-Employed | 27 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 18 |
| Unemployed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Other | 9 |
| Looking after home or family | 9 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Education | 63 |
| Human health and social work activities | 28 |
| Other | 23 |
| Construction | 21 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 17 |
| Transport and storage | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 12 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 11 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 9 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 7 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Penrhyncoch Penrhyncoch , Aberystwyth SY23 3EH | - not rated | 429 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Rhydypennau Bow Street , SY24 5AD | - not rated | 2,989 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Penllwyn Capel Bangor , Aberystwyth SY23 3LP | - not rated | 4,126 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Comins Coch Comins Coch , Aberystwyth SY23 3BQ | - not rated | 4,312 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tafarn y roosters | Penrhyncoch Football Club | 527 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Penrhyncoch Football Club Cafe | Penrhyncoch Football Club | 527 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 | 32.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have Ultrafast Broadband (300Mbit/s or greater) coverage from fixed broadband | 32.0% |
| Percentage of premises that have coverage from a Gigabit capable service from fixed broadband | 32.0% |
| 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 | 46.7 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 160 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 7.5 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 9 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 30 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.