Ward in Ceredigion, Wales
| Coordinates: | 52.411, -4.084 |
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| OS grid ref: | SN 58 81 |
| Dialling code: | 01970 (Aberystwyth) |
Aberystwyth Rheidol is an electoral ward in Ceredigion covering part of the western side of Aberystwyth, taking its name from the nearby River Rheidol. The area includes riverside and residential streets close to the seafront and promenade, and sits within easy reach of local landmarks such as Constitution Hill and the scenic Vale of Rheidol Railway.
Locally the ward feels a mix of university town and coastal community life: its economy leans on small shops, tourism and student households linked to Aberystwyth University, while cultural assets in the wider town like the National Library of Wales and Victorian seafront mean visitors and residents share a strong sense of place and history. Socially it combines long‑standing families with a transient student population, which shapes local services and community groups.
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