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Location in CeredigionBlaenplwyf sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Blaenplwyf
Blaenplwyf is a small settlement located in the county of Ceredigion, in west Wales. It lies within the SY23 postcode area and is situated in a rural part of the region, surrounded by rolling countryside. The area is known for its agricultural land and traditional Welsh landscape, with a mix of farmland and woodland. The village is not particularly large, and its character reflects the quiet, rural nature of much of Ceredigion. It is accessible by road, with local routes connecting it to nearby towns and villages. The community is small, and the area is largely residential, with a focus on farming and local livelihoods. The surrounding environment offers peaceful views and a sense of tranquillity typical of the Welsh countryside.
School Ratings in Blaenplwyf
Blaenplwyf is served by 11 schools.
House Prices in Blaenplwyf
Property prices average £239K across the area, and detached homes are the most common property type, typically selling for £281K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Blaenplwyf
Local crime rates sit lower than national averages. Public order accounts for the highest share in Blaenplwyf, with 3 incidents logged in May 2026.
Local Data for Blaenplwyf
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Property Prices 3,295 sales
Schools & Education 11 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Blaenplwyf ONS 2023
The average total household income in Blaenplwyf is approximately £45,542 a year before tax, 18% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £34,107. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £34,107.
Businesses in Blaenplwyf ONS 2025
There are approximately 1,200 active businesses based in Blaenplwyf, around 43 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 90% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 6 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Blaenplwyf 23 crimes · May 2026
Reported crime in Blaenplwyf falls below the national average, suggesting a comparatively safe environment. Violence & sexual offences tops the list of recorded incidents, but figures are low overall. Residents and visitors alike tend to find this a quiet and reassuring town.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Nearest Train Stations 3 stations
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Blaenplwyf
Of the 11,037 households in and around Blaenplwyf, 61% are owned, 11% are socially rented and 28% are privately rented. Home ownership here is in line with the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Blaenplwyf.