SY23 3HW is in Llanbadarn Fawr, Aberystwyth and Ceredigion district. SY23 3HW is located in the Llanbadarn Fawr electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ceredigion. This postcode has been in use since 1980-01-01.
StreetScan combines information about Llanbadarn Fawr, Aberystwyth, SY23 3HW 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. However, the area surrounding SY23 3HW is primarily male, with 53.6% 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 | 44.8% | 46.4% | 1.6% | 51.0% | -4.6% |
| Male | 55.2% | 53.6% | -1.6% | 49.0% | 4.6% |
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 | 39.9% | 30.2% | -9.7% | 37.9% | -7.7% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 44% | 48.3% | 4.3% | 44.2% | 4.1% |
| Separated | 1.8% | 2.7% | 0.9% | 2.2% | 0.5% |
| Divorced | 8.9% | 14.1% | 5.2% | 9.1% | 5.0% |
| Widowed | 5.4% | 4.7% | -0.7% | 6.1% | -1.4% |
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 | 47.9% | 40.9% | -7.0% | 48.4% | -7.5% |
| Good health | 32.5% | 42.1% | 9.6% | 33.6% | 8.5% |
| Fair health | 15.5% | 13.5% | -2.0% | 12.7% | 0.8% |
| Bad health | 4.1% | 3.5% | -0.6% | 4.0% | -0.5% |
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 45.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 22.6% | 16.8% | -5.8% | 18.2% | -1.4% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 8.3% | 8.1% | -0.2% | 9.6% | -1.5% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 18.5% | 12.8% | -5.7% | 13.4% | -0.6% |
| Apprenticeship | 4.8% | 5.4% | 0.6% | 5.3% | 0.1% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 8.3% | 10.7% | 2.4% | 16.9% | -6.2% |
| Degree or Similar | 36.9% | 45.6% | 8.7% | 33.8% | 11.8% |
| Other | 0.6% | 0.7% | 0.1% | 2.8% | -2.1% |
In this area, the population is predominantly white, with 91.7% 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 | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Other Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 1.0% | -1.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.4% | 2.4% | 0.4% | 2.0% |
| Mixed Other | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.8% | -0.8% |
| White | 98.5% | 91.7% | -6.8% | 81.4% | 10.3% |
| Arab | 0% | 4.1% | 4.1% | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Other | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 1.6% | -1.0% |
In this area, 90% 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 | 93.3% | 90% | -3.3% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| European Union | 4.1% | 0.6% | -3.5% | 6.1% | -5.5% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.6% | 0.6% | 0.8% | -0.2% |
| Africa | 0.5% | 2.9% | 2.4% | 2.7% | 0.2% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0% | 4.7% | 4.7% | 5.6% | -0.9% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0% | 1.2% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.9% |
| British Overseas | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 92.8% | 90% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 6.8% |
| 10+ Years | 0% | 3.5% | 3.5% | 9.8% | -6.3% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 0.6% | -1.5% | 2.9% | -2.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 2.2% | -2.2% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.6% | 5.9% | 2.3% | 1.9% | 4.0% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 77.5% | 76.7% | 0.8% |
| North Africa | 2.4% | 0.1% | 2.3% |
| South-East Asia | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.6% | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No passport held | 18.9% | 13.5% | 5.4% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 27.2% | 37.2% | -10.0% |
| Christian | 60.4% | 46.2% | 14.2% |
| Buddhist | 1.8% | 0.5% | 1.3% |
| Jewish | 0.6% | 0.5% | 0.1% |
| Muslim | 5.9% | 6.5% | -0.6% |
| Not answered | 4.1% | 6.0% | -1.9% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SY23 3HW was 0.0 per 1,000 residents, matching the Aberystwyth Penparcau average.
Violent and sexual offences accounted for a small share of all recorded crimes and have remained broadly unchanged year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has fallen by about -26.5%.

Households in this area have a lower level of wealth compared to the average household in England and Wales. 78% of analyzed areas in England and Wales have higher average household annual income than this area.

| Address | Sale Price | Sale Date | Price Estimate 2025 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nantceiro, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Other, an established residential building | £845,000 | 2021-12-03 | £791,855 |
| Porth Ceiro, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Other, an established residential building | £845,000 | 2021-12-03 | £791,855 |
| Grove Cottage, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £352,500 | 2016-02-19 | £453,361 |
| Fronfraith Lodge, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £117,000 | 2010-02-08 | £154,538 |
| Fronfraith Lodge, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Detached, an established residential building | £42,000 | 2000-01-11 | £154,175 |
SY23 3HW area has a very high level of entrepreneurship. Only 15% of streets have higher percent of entrepreneur residents. 14% of population in this area is self-employed, while the average in the UK is 9.7%. High number of entrepreneurs usually leads to relatively high economic growth, higher paid jobs and better quality of life in the area.
SY23 3HW 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 retired residents living in SY23 3HW area is much higher than the country's average. According to Census 2011, 31% residents of this area were retired, while the average in the UK was 14%.
| Retired | 46 |
| Full-Time Employee | 30 |
| Self-Employed | 20 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 15 |
| Other | 8 |
| Looking after home or family | 5 |
| Unemployed | 4 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 2 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 0 |
| Education | 24 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Construction | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 8 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 6 |
| Other | 5 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 4 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 3 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 3 |
| Information and communication | 2 |
| Transport and storage | 2 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| 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 Comins Coch Comins Coch , Aberystwyth SY23 3BQ | - not rated | 1,463 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Penglais Waunfawr , Aberystwyth SY23 3AW | - not rated | 1,672 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Penweddig Ffordd Llanbadarn , Llangawsai SY23 3QN | - not rated | 2,079 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Yr Ysgol Gymraeg Plascrug Avenue , Aberystwyth SY23 1HL | - not rated | 2,327 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Llwyn Yr Eos Penparcau , Aberystwyth SY23 1SH | - not rated | 2,422 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shilam Tandoori Restaurant | Unit 1.1, Parc Melin Glanyrafon Industrial Estate, Llanbadarn Fawr | 836 yd | |
| @Aberista | Coleg Ceredigion, Llanbadarn Fawr | 1,023 yd | |
| Bwyty Blasus | Coleg Ceredigion, Llanbadarn Fawr | 1,023 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% |
Broadband statistics are based on Ofcom's Communications Market Report (CMR) 2022.