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Aberystwyth Penparcau

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About

Aberystwyth's Penparcau ward lies directly east of the town centre, separated by the River Rheidol. It is primarily a residential area characterised by housing estates and terraced homes, serving as a key community for local workers and students. The ward includes the parkland of Plascrug Avenue and is bordered to the south by the A487 road, which connects to other parts of the town. Its landscape rises towards the east, offering views back over Aberystwyth.

The area is functionally connected to the town centre yet maintains its own facilities, including schools and local shops. A notable feature is the presence of the Park Avenue stadium, home to Aberystwyth Town Football Club, which sits near the river's edge. The ward's western boundary is clearly defined by the river and the associated railway line, emphasising its distinct identity within the broader urban area.

Area overview

On average Aberystwyth Penparcau has high deprivation and moderate crime levels, with around 98 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 27.3% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Aberystwyth Penparcau is £43,948 per year. Aberystwyth Penparcau is home to around 2,963 people, with a population density of about 1,558.5 per km2.

Crime rate
6/10
Crimes per 1k residents
98
Deprivation level
7/10
Income level
6/10
Social housing
27.3%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Aberystwyth Penparcau Population
2,963
Population density
1,558.5 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
56.7(+55%)
Criminal damage and arson
11.14(+38%)
Public order
7.42(-17%)
Drugs
6.41(+119%)
Anti-social behaviour
5.74(-60%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
2,671
90.11%
Other White
126
4.25%
Indian
32
1.08%
Other Asian
21
0.71%
Pakistani
19
0.64%
Total population: 2,964

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
688
29.8%
No qualifications
404
17.5%
Level 3 (A level)
403
17.45%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
365
15.81%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
255
11.04%
Total 16+ residents: 2,309

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
352
27.5%
Other social rented
328
25.62%
Owns with a mortgage
288
22.5%
Private landlord or letting agency
189
14.77%
Social rents from council
94
7.34%
Total households: 1,280

Property prices in Aberystwyth Penparcau

Based on 29 recent sales, the median property price is £190,000 in Aberystwyth Penparcau area, with individual transactions ranging from £116,632 up to £345,000.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Aberystwyth Penparcau in the last year.

Median sale price and percentiles per property type (last year)

Median sale price, sales count, and percentile information for each property type in Aberystwyth Penparcau over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached1£340,000
Semi-Detached12£193,000
Terraced16£182,500

10 years median price trend in Aberystwyth Penparcau

Ten year median sale price trend for each property type in Aberystwyth Penparcau.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.