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Ystwyth

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About

Ystwyth ward encompasses a stretch of the River Ystwyth valley and surrounding uplands in central Ceredigion. The area is primarily rural, with scattered farms and small settlements like Pontrhydfendigaid set within a landscape of fields and forestry. The ward includes part of the Cambrian Mountains, with its open moorland and reservoirs. Economic activity has historically been linked to agriculture and natural resources.

The ward contains significant historical sites, including the ruins of Strata Florida Abbey, a medieval Cistercian monastery that was once a major religious and cultural centre. The river itself, which gives the ward its name, flows through this landscape. Remnants of the area's lead mining past are visible in places, adding an industrial heritage layer to the environment.

Area overview

On average Ystwyth has moderate deprivation and very low crime levels, with around 19 crimes per 1,000 residents per year. Approximately 4.4% of homes in this area are social housing provided by a local council or housing association. The average income per household in Ystwyth is £45,193 per year. Ystwyth is home to around 2,006 people, with a population density of about 28.2 per km2.

Crime rate
1/10
Crimes per 1k residents
19
Deprivation level
4/10
Income level
7/10
Social housing
4.4%
Connectivity
N/A

Area Profile

Ystwyth Population
2,006
Population density
28.2 per km²

Crime

Crime per 1,000 population

Violence and sexual offences
10.47(-71%)
Other theft
2.99(-41%)
Burglary
1.5(-44%)
Possession of weapons
1(+23%)
Drugs
1(-66%)
Wales average

Demographics

Ethnic groups

British
1,940
96.61%
Other White
24
1.2%
White and Asian (mixed)
10
0.5%
White and Black Caribbean (mixed)
5
0.25%
Irish
5
0.25%
Total population: 2,008

Economics

Education (age 16+)

Level 4 qualifications or above
629
37.04%
Level 3 (A level)
291
17.14%
No qualifications
275
16.2%
Level 2 (GCSEs 9-4)
243
14.31%
Level 1 (GCSEs 3-1)
129
7.6%
Total 16+ residents: 1,698

Housing

Housing tenure

Owns outright
408
48.06%
Owns with a mortgage
251
29.56%
Private landlord or letting agency
120
14.13%
Other social rented
31
3.65%
Other forms of private rent
29
3.42%
Total households: 849

Property prices in Ystwyth

Based on 13 recent sales, the median property price is £260,000 in Ystwyth area, with individual transactions ranging from £83,000 up to £347,500.

Price distribution per property type (last year)

Price distribution by property type for Ystwyth 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 Ystwyth over the last year.
TypeSalesMedian
Detached9£280,000
Semi-Detached1£181,000
Terraced3£160,000

10 years median price trend in Ystwyth

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

Data Sources

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