shrewsbury SY23 Postcodes

Shrewsbury (SY23)

The SY23 postcode area is located in the Shrewsbury postcode town region, within the county of Ceredigion, and contains a total of 1213 individual postcodes.

There are 98 electoral wards in the SY23 postcode area, including Aberystwyth, Bishops Castle, Borth, Bow Street, Bucknell, Caersws, Church Stretton, Craven Arms, Ellesmere, Llanbrynmair, Llandinam, Llanfechain, Llanfyllin, Llanidloes, Llanon, Llanrhystud, Llansantffraid, Llanymynech, Ludlow, Lydbury North, Machynlleth, Malpas, Meifod, Montgomery, Newtown, Oswestry, Shrewsbury, Talybont, Tregaron, Welshpool, Whitchurch, Ystrad Meurig which come under the local authority of the Ceredigion Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 21% of people in SY23 are classed as having an AB social grade, (i.e. 'white-collar' middle-upper class), compared to 27% across the UK.

This does not mean that the people of SY23 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The SY23 postcode in the UK is a postcode district that covers the area around Aberystwyth in Ceredigion, Mid Wales. It is part of the SY postcode area, which also includes parts of South West Wales including Cardiganshire, Pembrokeshire, Carmarthenshire and Swansea. The SY23 area includes the town of Aberystwyth itself, the villages of Albano, Bow Street, Llanbadarn Fawr, Capel Dewi, and other rural communities including the settlements at Aberffrwd and Garras.

The postcode district serves a population of about 11,000 people. Historically, the local economy has been primarily agricultural, but in modern times tourism and other service industries such as education, hospitality and retail have become increasingly important.

The SY23 area is home to the University of Aberystwyth, two hospitals, several historic sites, and a number of theatres. The coastline and beaches are popular with tourists, and the area is known for its surfing and water sports. Aberystwyth is also known for its picturesque harbour, with its Victorian promenade, and Castle Point with views over the sea.

The area is served by an extensive bus network, including services to nearby towns and cities such as Carmarthen, Shrewsbury and Birmingham. It is also served by Aberystwyth railway station on the Cambrian Line, which runs through the district and provides regular services to such places as Machynlleth, Pwllheli, Shrewsbury and Birmingham.

The main shopping area is in the town of Aberystwyth itself, which also has a wide range of restaurants, bars, and other amenities. Other local centres include Bow Street, Capel Dewi, and Taliesin. The area is also home to a number of festivals and events, including the Aberystwyth Arts Centre Festival and the Aberystwyth Food Festival.

Local sports clubs include Aberystwyth Town FC, Aberystwyth Golf Club, Aberystwyth Baseball and Softball Club, and Aberystwyth Rowing Club. The area has its own county cricket club, as well as a number of athletics and rugby clubs.

Aberystwyth and the surrounding area of SY23 are surrounded by a stunning natural landscape with hills such as Plynlimon to the south and the Cambrian Mountains to the north. The area also has four National Nature Reserves, including Cors Fochno, Ynys-hir and the Dyfi Estuary.

The SY23 postcode serves a stunning and diverse area filled with natural beauty, excellent amenities and a strong sense of community. It is an area that welcomes tourists and has plenty to offer all year round.

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