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Location in CeredigionBrongest sits where the marker shows within the county.
About Brongest
Brongest is a small settlement located in the county of Ceredigion, in west Wales. It lies within the SA38 postcode area and is situated near the A487 road, which connects the region to larger towns and cities. The area is characterised by rural landscapes, with open fields and scattered farmsteads typical of the Welsh countryside. While Brongest itself is not a large community, it forms part of a wider network of villages and hamlets that contribute to the local character of the region. The surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking and enjoying the natural environment, with views of rolling hills and distant mountains. The village is accessible by road and is within easy reach of the coastal areas to the west and the more inland communities to the east.
School Ratings in Brongest
Families in Brongest have access to 5 local schools.
House Prices in Brongest
Homes sell for an average of £250K locally. Most of the housing is made up of detached homes, averaging £285K.
Crime and Anti-Social Behaviour in Brongest
Crime in the area is lower than the national average. Criminal damage & arson is the leading concern across Brongest, with 2 incidents recorded in May 2026.
Healthcare in Brongest
There is 1 GP surgery within three miles of Brongest, the nearest being Meddygfa Emlyn (3 miles away).
Local Data for Brongest
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Property Prices 661 sales
Schools & Education 5 nearby View all schools
Household Income in Brongest ONS 2023
The average total household income in Brongest is approximately £40,922 a year before tax, 26% below the national average of £55,302. After tax and benefits, the average disposable (net) household income is around £31,443. These are modelled estimates from the Office for National Statistics for the financial year ending 2023.
Net (after tax) household income averages £31,443.
Businesses in Brongest ONS 2025
There are approximately 265 active businesses based in Brongest, around 68 for every 1,000 residents. The local economy is dominated by small firms: about 94% are micro-businesses employing fewer than 10 people, while 2 are larger employers with 50 or more staff. Figures are from the Office for National Statistics UK Business Counts.
Crime in Brongest 12 crimes · May 2026
Crime levels in Brongest are lower than the England and Wales average. While violence & sexual offences is the most frequently recorded category, the overall picture is one of a settled and secure village where serious incidents remain uncommon.
Crime figures depend on reporting by individual police forces and may not reflect the full picture in all areas.
Location
Nearby Towns & Villages 12 found
Local Government
Home Ownership in Brongest
Of the 1,716 households in and around Brongest, 73% are owned, 8% are socially rented and 19% are privately rented. Home ownership here is higher than the England and Wales average of 63%.
Tenure from the 2021 Census (ONS), for the postcode districts covering Brongest.