Rhoshendre is in Waunfawr, Aberystwyth and in Ceredigion district. SY23 3QH is located in the Faenor electoral ward, within the English Parliamentary constituency of Ceredigion. This postcode has been in use since 1983-03-01.
StreetScan combines information about Rhoshendre, Waunfawr, Aberystwyth, SY23 3QH and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY23 3QA, SY23 3PW, SY23 3QB, SY23 3PY, SY23 3QD, SY23 3PT, SY23 3PP, SY23 3QE, SY23 3PR.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. The area surrounding SY23 3QH has a slightly higher male population, with 50.6% 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 | 46.6% | 49.4% | 2.8% | 51.0% | -1.6% |
| Male | 53.4% | 50.6% | -2.8% | 49.0% | 1.6% |
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 3QH, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 97.2% 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 | 85.1% | 97.2% | 12.1% | 37.9% | 59.3% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 10.5% | 1.6% | -8.9% | 44.2% | -42.6% |
| Married: Same sex | 0.2% | 0.2% | 0.0% | 0.3% | -0.1% |
| Separated | 0.3% | 0.1% | -0.2% | 2.2% | -2.1% |
| Divorced | 1.5% | 0.4% | -1.1% | 9.1% | -8.7% |
| Widowed | 2.3% | 0.4% | -1.9% | 6.1% | -5.7% |
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.
This area has a high percentage of residents reporting their health as Good or Very Good (86.9%) compared to the average (82%). This typically indicates either a younger population or more affluent area.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Very good health | 54.3% | 45.6% | -8.7% | 48.4% | -2.8% |
| Good health | 36.8% | 41.3% | 4.5% | 33.6% | 7.7% |
| Fair health | 7.5% | 11.2% | 3.7% | 12.7% | -1.5% |
| Bad health | 0.9% | 1.7% | 0.8% | 4.0% | -2.3% |
| Very bad health | 0.5% | 0.2% | -0.3% | 1.2% | -1.0% |
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.
In the area around SY23 3QH this area, 0.7% of residents have no qualifications. This is significantly lower than the UK average of 18.2%. This area stands out for its low percentage of residents with higher education degree. The UK average is 33.8%, while in this area it is 8.6%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 3.4% | 0.7% | -2.7% | 18.2% | -17.5% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 2.2% | 0.8% | -1.4% | 9.6% | -8.8% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 9.3% | 4.1% | -5.2% | 13.4% | -9.3% |
| Apprenticeship | 0.7% | 0.5% | -0.2% | 5.3% | -4.8% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 57.7% | 83.8% | 26.1% | 16.9% | 66.9% |
| Degree or Similar | 20.6% | 8.6% | -12.0% | 33.8% | -25.2% |
| Other | 6.2% | 1.6% | -4.6% | 2.8% | -1.2% |
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 | 0.2% | 0% | -0.2% | 1.1% | -1.1% |
| Chinese | 2.8% | 0.9% | -1.9% | 0.7% | 0.2% |
| Indian | 1.5% | 0.8% | -0.7% | 3.1% | -2.3% |
| Pakistani | 0.2% | 0.7% | 0.5% | 2.7% | -2.0% |
| Other Asian | 1.1% | 0.8% | -0.3% | 1.6% | -0.8% |
| Black African | 0.7% | 0.7% | 0.0% | 2.5% | -1.8% |
| Black Caribbean | 0.2% | 0.1% | -0.1% | 1.0% | -0.9% |
| Other Black | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.5% | -0.4% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0.9% | 1.2% | 0.3% | 0.8% | 0.4% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.4% | 0.1% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0.5% | 1% | 0.5% | 0.9% | 0.1% |
| Mixed Other | 0.6% | 0.8% | 0.2% | 0.8% | 0.0% |
| White | 91% | 91.7% | 0.7% | 81.4% | 10.3% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.0% |
| Roma | 0% | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.2% | -0.1% |
| Arab | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.6% | -0.3% |
| Other | 0.1% | 0.4% | 0.3% | 1.6% | -1.2% |
In this area, 85.1% 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 | 83% | 85.1% | 2.1% | 83.2% | 1.9% |
| European Union | 8.4% | 8.1% | -0.3% | 6.1% | 2.0% |
| Rest of Europe | 1% | 1.1% | 0.1% | 0.8% | 0.3% |
| Africa | 1% | 0.8% | -0.2% | 2.7% | -1.9% |
| Middle East and Asia | 5.2% | 2.8% | -2.4% | 5.6% | -2.8% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1% | 1.7% | 0.7% | 1.3% | 0.4% |
| Oceania | 0.2% | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 82.5% | 85.2% | 2.7% | 83.2% | 2.0% |
| 10+ Years | 11.4% | 3.9% | -7.5% | 9.8% | -5.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.1% | 2.2% | 0.1% | 2.9% | -0.7% |
| 2-5 Years | 1.1% | 1.4% | 0.3% | 2.2% | -0.8% |
| Less than 2 years | 2.8% | 7.4% | 4.6% | 1.9% | 5.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 82% | 76.7% | 5.3% |
| Ireland | 0.4% | 0.6% | -0.2% |
| France | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Germany | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Italy | 0.2% | 0.6% | -0.4% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Spain | 0.3% | 0.4% | -0.1% |
| Lithuania | 0.6% | 0.3% | 0.3% |
| Poland | 2.7% | 1.3% | 1.4% |
| Romania | 0.1% | 0.9% | -0.8% |
| Other EU countries | 2.2% | 1.5% | 0.7% |
| Turkey | 0.2% | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other Europe | 0.6% | 0.2% | 0.4% |
| Central and Western Africa | 0.1% | 0.3% | -0.2% |
| South and Eastern Africa | 0.1% | 0.2% | -0.1% |
| Eastern Asia | 0.4% | 0.3% | 0.1% |
| Southern Asia | 0.3% | 1.2% | -0.9% |
| South-East Asia | 0.3% | 0.2% | 0.1% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.9% | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Oceania | 0.1% | 0.1% | 0.0% |
| No passport held | 7% | 13.5% | -6.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 62% | 37.2% | 24.8% |
| Christian | 19.8% | 46.2% | -26.4% |
| Buddhist | 0.3% | 0.5% | -0.2% |
| Hindu | 0.3% | 1.7% | -1.4% |
| Jewish | 0.4% | 0.5% | -0.1% |
| Muslim | 0.9% | 6.5% | -5.6% |
| Sikh | 0.4% | 0.9% | -0.5% |
| Other religion | 1.4% | 0.6% | 0.8% |
| Not answered | 14.5% | 6.0% | 8.5% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around Rhoshendre was 23.6 per 1,000 residents, which is 86.5% lower than the Aberystwyth Morfa a Glais average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
Rhoshendre has the 3rd lowest crime rate of 27 local areas in Aberystwyth Morfa a Glais and the 46th lowest crime rate of 235 local areas in Ceredigion .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 14.3 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been falling year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 35.9%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| C K'S Supermarkets Rhoshendre, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Other, an established residential building | £750,000 | 2018-05-11 | £870,779 |
SY23 3QH 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 student residents living in SY23 3QH 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) | 1402 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 334 |
| Retired | 31 |
| Full-Time Employee | 13 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Other | 5 |
| Part-Time Employee | 5 |
| Looking after home or family | 1 |
| Unemployed | 0 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 0 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 46 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 43 |
| Education | 43 |
| Other | 21 |
| Human health and social work activities | 19 |
| Manufacturing | 6 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 6 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 6 |
| Transport and storage | 3 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 2 |
| Water supply; sewerage, waste management and remediation activities | 1 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 1 |
| Real estate activities | 1 |
| Financial and insurance activities | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Penglais Waunfawr , Aberystwyth SY23 3AW | - not rated | 364 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Padarn Sant Llanbadarn Road , Aberystwyth SY23 1EZ | - not rated | 1,218 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Gyfun Penweddig Ffordd Llanbadarn , Llangawsai SY23 3QN | - not rated | 1,223 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Yr Ysgol Gymraeg Plascrug Avenue , Aberystwyth SY23 1HL | - not rated | 1,288 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Plascrug Plascrug Avenue , Aberystwyth SY23 1HL | - not rated | 1,491 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 | 26 yd | |
| Sgubor Fach | Y Sgubor Fferm Penglais | 319 yd | |
| ABERYSTWYTH ARTS CENTRE | Aberystwyth Arts Centre Aberystwyth University Campus, Penglais | 363 yd | |
| IBER Bach | Penbryn Hall Aberystwyth University Campus, Penglais | 424 yd | |
| The Food Hall | Penbryn Hall Aberystwyth University Campus, Penglais | 424 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Y Dafarn Datws | Y Dafarn Datws, 1, Wern Villa, Waunfawr | 56 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.