SY23 3QY is in Llanbadarn Fawr, Aberystwyth and Ceredigion district. SY23 3QY 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 3QY and displays a report on the quality of life in this place and its surroundings.
Nearby postcodes are: SY23 3SA, SY23 3QU, SY23 3RA, SY23 3SF, SY23 3RD, SY23 3RF, SY23 3RH, SY23 3RG, SY23 3SJ.
In the UK, the overall gender distribution is approximately 49% male and 51% female. However, the area surrounding SY23 3QY is primarily male, with 53.8% 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 | 46.5% | 46.2% | -0.3% | 51.0% | -4.8% |
| Male | 53.5% | 53.8% | 0.3% | 49.0% | 4.8% |
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 3QY, a significant portion of the population is single, making up 53.8% 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 | 52.3% | 53.8% | 1.5% | 37.9% | 15.9% |
| Married: Opposite sex | 21.8% | 23.8% | 2.0% | 44.2% | -20.4% |
| Married: Same sex | 1.1% | 0% | -1.1% | 0.3% | -0.3% |
| Separated | 1.1% | 1.9% | 0.8% | 2.2% | -0.3% |
| Divorced | 12.6% | 13.1% | 0.5% | 9.1% | 4.0% |
| Widowed | 10.9% | 7.5% | -3.4% | 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 | 48.5% | 38.3% | -10.2% | 48.4% | -10.1% |
| Good health | 25.5% | 35.6% | 10.1% | 33.6% | 2.0% |
| Fair health | 17.5% | 17.8% | 0.3% | 12.7% | 5.1% |
| Bad health | 5.5% | 6.1% | 0.6% | 4.0% | 2.1% |
| Very bad health | 3% | 2.2% | -0.8% | 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.
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 45.3%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No qualifications | 20.7% | 12.6% | -8.1% | 18.2% | -5.6% |
| 1-4 GCSEs or Equivalent | 6.3% | 6.3% | 0.0% | 9.6% | -3.3% |
| 5 or more GCSEs, an A-Level or 1-2 AS Levels | 12.1% | 10.7% | -1.4% | 13.4% | -2.7% |
| Apprenticeship | 1.7% | 5.7% | 4.0% | 5.3% | 0.4% |
| HNC, HND or 2+ A Levels | 20.1% | 18.9% | -1.2% | 16.9% | 2.0% |
| Degree or Similar | 33.3% | 45.3% | 12.0% | 33.8% | 11.5% |
| Other | 5.7% | 0.6% | -5.1% | 2.8% | -2.2% |
This area closely mirrors the overall ethnic composition of the UK, with 89.6% of the population identifying as white, with UK average of 81.4%.
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pakistani | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% | 2.7% | -0.5% |
| Black African | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 2.5% | -2.0% |
| Mixed White and Asian | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Mixed White and African | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.4% | 2.3% |
| Mixed White and Caribbean | 0% | 1.1% | 1.1% | 0.9% | 0.2% |
| Mixed Other | 0% | 2.7% | 2.7% | 0.8% | 1.9% |
| White | 99% | 89.6% | -9.4% | 81.4% | 8.2% |
| Gypsy or Irish Traveller | 0.5% | 0% | -0.5% | 0.1% | -0.1% |
| Other | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 1.6% | -1.1% |
In this area, 90.2% 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 | 93% | 90.2% | -2.8% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| European Union | 4.5% | 3.3% | -1.2% | 6.1% | -2.8% |
| Rest of Europe | 0% | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.8% | -0.3% |
| Africa | 0% | 1.6% | 1.6% | 2.7% | -1.1% |
| Middle East and Asia | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% | 5.6% | -3.4% |
| The Americas and the Caribbean | 1.5% | 0% | -1.5% | 1.3% | -1.3% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 2.2% | 1.7% | 0.3% | 1.9% |
| 2011 | 2021 | 10y change (pp) | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Born in the UK | 91.5% | 90.2% | -1.3% | 83.2% | 7.0% |
| 10+ Years | 0.5% | 4.9% | 4.4% | 9.8% | -4.9% |
| 5-10 Years | 2.5% | 1.6% | -0.9% | 2.9% | -1.3% |
| 2-5 Years | 2% | 2.2% | 0.2% | 2.2% | 0.0% |
| Less than 2 years | 3.5% | 1.1% | -2.4% | 1.9% | -0.8% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 67.2% | 76.7% | -9.5% |
| France | 1.6% | 0.3% | 1.3% |
| Portugal | 0.5% | 0.5% | 0.0% |
| Poland | 0.5% | 1.3% | -0.8% |
| Romania | 1.6% | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| North Africa | 1.1% | 0.1% | 1.0% |
| Southern Asia | 2.2% | 1.2% | 1.0% |
| North America and the Caribbean | 0.5% | 0.3% | 0.2% |
| Oceania | 0.5% | 0.1% | 0.4% |
| No passport held | 24% | 13.5% | 10.5% |
| 2021 | UK Average | postcode vs UK (pp) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| No religion | 45.9% | 37.2% | 8.7% |
| Christian | 42.1% | 46.2% | -4.1% |
| Hindu | 1.1% | 1.7% | -0.6% |
| Muslim | 6.6% | 6.5% | 0.1% |
| Other religion | 1.6% | 0.6% | 1.0% |
| Not answered | 2.7% | 6.0% | -3.3% |
Over the last 12 months, the overall crime rate around SY23 3QY was 137.5 per 1,000 residents, which is 28.9% higher than the Aberystwyth Penparcau average. The most reported crime type was Violence and sexual offences.
SY23 3QY has the 6th highest crime rate of 22 local areas in Aberystwyth Penparcau and the 42nd highest crime rate of 235 local areas in Ceredigion .
Violent and sexual offences accounted for around 68.8 crimes per 1,000 residents and have been rising year on year. Over the last decade, overall crime has risen by about 8.7%.

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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tanyfynwent, Aberystwyth, Ceredigion Terraced, an established residential building | £160,000 | 2014-10-24 | £213,803 |
The percentage of student residents living in SY23 3QY area is much higher than the country's average. Usually places with high percentage of students are near Universities and near entertainment places.
| Full-Time Employee | 47 |
| Retired | 36 |
| Student (economically inactive) | 19 |
| Part-Time Employee | 18 |
| Self-Employed | 13 |
| Long-Term Sick or disabled | 10 |
| Unemployed | 7 |
| Other | 6 |
| Full-Time Student (with or without job) | 3 |
| Looking after home or family | 2 |
| Education | 15 |
| Human health and social work activities | 14 |
| Wholesale and retail trade; repair of motor vehicles and motor cycles | 13 |
| Accommodation and food service activities | 11 |
| Other | 9 |
| Public administration and defence; compulsory social security | 7 |
| Transport and storage | 4 |
| Administrative and support service activities | 4 |
| Professional, scientific and technical activities | 4 |
| Manufacturing | 3 |
| Information and communication | 3 |
| Agriculture, forestry and fishing | 2 |
| Construction | 2 |
| Electricity, gas, steam and air conditioning supply | 1 |
| Ofsted Overall Effectiveness | Distance | Establishment Type | Has Nursery Classes | Gender | More Info | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ysgol Gyfun Penweddig Ffordd Llanbadarn , Llangawsai SY23 3QN | - not rated | 376 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Yr Ysgol Gymraeg Plascrug Avenue , Aberystwyth SY23 1HL | - not rated | 630 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Penglais Waunfawr , Aberystwyth SY23 3AW | - not rated | 838 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Plascrug Plascrug Avenue , Aberystwyth SY23 1HL | - not rated | 923 yd | Welsh establishment | Not Applicable | Not applicable | More About School |
| Ysgol Padarn Sant Llanbadarn Road , Aberystwyth SY23 1EZ | - not rated | 1,014 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| The Black Lion | Black Lion Primrose Hill, Llanbadarn Fawr | 140 yd | |
| Starling Cloud | The Starling Cloud Boulevard St. Brieuc, Llanbadarn Fawr | 662 yd | |
| Costa Coffee | Next Group Plc Parc Y Llyn Retail Park, Llanbadarn Fawr | 662 yd | |
| MCDONALDS | Mcdonalds Restaurants Ltd Parc Y Llyn Retail Park, Llanbadarn Fawr | 662 yd | |
| @Aberista | Coleg Ceredigion, Llanbadarn Fawr | 696 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| GOGERDDAN ARMS | Gogerddan Arms Primrose Hill, Llanbadarn Fawr | 140 yd |
| Business Name | Address | Food hygiene rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Morrisons Supermarket | Morrisons Supermarket Parc Y Llyn Retail Park, Llanbadarn Fawr | 662 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.