SY23 3HS is in Capel Dewi, Aberystwyth and Ceredigion district. SY23 3HS 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 Capel Dewi, Aberystwyth, SY23 3HS and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The local area around SY23 3HS is generally consistent with those figures, having a male population of 48.5%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 51.5% | 1.1% | 51.0% | 0.5% |
| Male | 49.6% | 48.5% | -1.1% | 49.0% | -0.5% |
Across the UK, the average relationship status breakdown is roughly 44% married, 38% single, 9% divorced, 6% widowed, and 2% separated.
In the immediate vicinity of SY23 3HS there is a very large concentration of residents that are married - 57.6% of the resident population. In contrast, the average marriage rate across the census is about 44%.
Areas with a high percentage of married residents are typically suburban neighborhoods, towns with good schools and family-friendly amenities, and regions with affordable, spacious housing options. Additionally, such areas can be popular among retirees.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single | 25.9% | 26.4% | 0.5% | 37.9% | -11.5% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 63.1% | 57.6% | -5.5% | 44.2% | 13.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 0% | 1% | 1.0% | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Separated | 1% | 0.6% | -0.4% | 2.2% | -1.6% |
| Divorced | 5.2% | 7.4% | 2.2% | 9.1% | -1.7% |
| Widowed | 4.8% | 7.1% | 2.3% | 6.1% | 1.0% |
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 | 56.9% | 52.3% | -4.6% | 48.4% | 3.9% |
| Good health | 27% | 32.3% | 5.3% | 33.6% | -1.3% |
| Fair health | 11.7% | 11.5% | -0.2% | 12.7% | -1.2% |
| Bad health | 3.2% | 2.9% | -0.3% | 4.0% | -1.1% |
| Very bad health | 1.2% | 1.1% | -0.1% | 1.2% | -0.1% |
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 50.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 13.1% | 10.1% | -3.0% | 18.2% | -8.1% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 7.2% | 6.2% | -1.0% | 9.6% | -3.4% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 13.1% | 13.6% | 0.5% | 13.4% | 0.2% |
| Apprenticeship | 2.1% | 4.2% | 2.1% | 5.3% | -1.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 12.4% | 13.3% | 0.9% | 16.9% | -3.6% |
| Degree or Similar | 50.3% | 50.6% | 0.3% | 33.8% | 16.8% |
| Other | 1.7% | 1.9% | 0.2% | 2.8% | -0.9% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 90.4% 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) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangladeshi | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 0% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.7% | -0.4% |
| Indian | 0.3% | 3.7% | 3.4% | 3.1% | 0.6% |
| Other Asian | 0.6% | 0.5% | -0.1% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
| Black African | 0.9% | 2.9% | 2.0% | 2.5% | 0.4% |
| Other Black | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.5% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.0% | 0.8% | -0.5% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 0.9% | -0.9% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 94.7% | 90.4% | -4.3% | 81.4% | 9.0% |
| Arab | 0.6% | 1.9% | 1.3% | 0.6% | 1.3% |
| Other | 0.9% | 0% | -0.9% | 1.6% | -1.6% |
In this area, 90.4% 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 | 94.1% | 90.4% | -3.7% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| European Union | 2.1% | 3.5% | 1.4% | 6.1% | -2.6% |
| Africa | 1.5% | 1.9% | 0.4% | 2.7% | -0.8% |
| Middle East and Asia | 1.5% | 4.3% | 2.8% | 5.6% | -1.3% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 0.3% | 0% | -0.3% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0% | -0.6% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 93.8% | 90.4% | -3.4% | 83.2% | 7.2% |
| 10+ Years | 1.5% | 6.7% | 5.2% | 9.8% | -3.1% |
| 5-10 Years | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 2.9% | -0.5% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0.5% | -1.0% | 2.2% | -1.7% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.2% | 0% | -3.2% | 1.9% | -1.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 75.9% | 76.7% | -0.8% |
| Ireland | 1.1% | 0.6% | 0.5% |
| Poland | 0.8% | 1.3% | -0.5% |
| Other EU countries | 1.3% | 1.5% | -0.2% |
| Middle East | 1.9% | 0.1% | 1.8% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| No passport held | 18.4% | 13.5% | 4.9% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 30.7% | 37.2% | -6.5% |
| Christian | 60.5% | 46.2% | 14.3% |
| Buddhist | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Hindu | 1.6% | 1.7% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 1.9% | 6.5% | -4.6% |
| Not answered | 4.8% | 6.0% | -1.2% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SY23 3HS was 13.1 per 1,000 residents, which is 44.7% lower than the Faenor average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
SY23 3HS has the 6th lowest crime rate of 35 local areas in Faenor and the 22nd lowest crime rate of 235 local areas in Ceredigion .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 10.5 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -77.8%.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clydfan, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £214,000 | 2018-03-13 | £261,490 |
| Maes Dewi, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £263,000 | 2016-08-26 | £338,747 |
| Ty Gruffydd, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £157,500 | 2016-07-07 | £198,793 |
| Clydfan, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £142,500 | 2014-12-05 | £187,098 |
| Cefnfaenor Fawr, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £323,000 | 2013-05-24 | £446,024 |
SY23 3HS area has a low unemployment rate. According to Census 2021, 2% 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 3HS area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 32% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 102 |
| Full-Time Employee | 94 |
| Part-Time Employee | 43 |
| Self-Employed | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 15 |
| Other | 5 |
| Unemployed | 5 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 5 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 4 |
| Education | 47 |
| Human health and social work activities | 29 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 16 |
| Construction | 16 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Other | 12 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 7 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 5 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 5 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Information and communication | 4 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 2 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Comins Coch Comins Coch , Aberystwyth SY23 3BQ | - not rated | 1,289 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Penglais Waunfawr , Aberystwyth SY23 3AW | - not rated | 2,857 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Penrhyncoch Penrhyncoch , Aberystwyth SY23 3EH | - not rated | 2,863 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Penllwyn Capel Bangor , Aberystwyth SY23 3LP | - not rated | 3,429 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Penweddig Ffordd Llanbadarn , Llangawsai SY23 3QN | - not rated | 3,678 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poppys | Newmans Garden Centre | 2 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 | 38.8 Mbit/s |
| Average download speed | 44.6 Mbit/s |
| Minimum download speed | 78.64 Mbit/s |
| Maximum download speed | 78.64 Mbit/s |
| Median upload speed | 10 Mbit/s |
| Average upload speed | 12.1 Mbit/s |
| Maximum upload speed | 20 Mbit/s |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.