cardiff CF36 Postcodes

Cardiff (CF36)

The CF36 postcode area is located in the Cardiff postcode town region, within the county of Glamorgan, and contains a total of 539 individual postcodes.

There are 6 electoral wards in the CF36 postcode area, including Aberdare, Bargoed, Barry, Bridgend, Caerphilly, Cardiff, Cowbridge, Dinas Powys, Ferndale, Hengoed, Llantwit Major, Maesteg, Merthyr Tydfil, Mountain Ash, Penarth, Pentre, Pontyclun, Pontypridd, Porth, Porthcawl, Tonypandy, Treharris, Treorchy which come under the local authority of the Bridgend Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 25% of people in CF36 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 CF36 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

CF36 postcode is a postcode in the Bridgend district in Wales. It falls within a section known as ‘The Vale of Glamorgan', and covers an area of some 26 square miles in and around Porthcawl and the other small towns of Nottage, Pyle, Kenfig Hill, and Margam.

CF36 is a mainly coastal postcode, located to the southwest of Porthcawl and the Kenfig National Nature Reserve. The Kenfig Burrows Nature Reserve is the largest dune system in south Wales and is home to a number of rare species, including rare lizards and invertebrates. The postcode also covers an area of reed beds, extensive sand flats and freshwater lakes, providing important habitats for many birds.

A number of settlements lie within the CF36 postcode, most significantly Porthcawl, a popular Welsh seaside resort. The area is well known for its beautiful beaches and many attractions, including sandy dunes, a sand-sculpting festival, and a revived pier with its attractions and cafes. Other settlements in the CF36 area include Nottage, Pyle, Margam and Kenfig Hill.

Nearby places to visit include the Margam Country Park and Orangery, the Aberavon Seafront and the Afan Forest Park, both of which are popular with walkers, cyclists and horse riders. The nearby Afan Valley Adventure Centre offers a variety of outdoor activities, such as go-karting and paintballing.

Porthcawl is the major hub of the postcode district, and is the centre for the small towns of Nottage, Pyle, Kenfig Hill and Margam. The main shopping streets in Porthcawl are John Street and The Old Patagonian, where a range of high street and independent shops can be found. Other amenities offered in the postcode area include a variety of bars, restaurants and cafes, supermarkets, banks, libraries, post offices, and a number of hairdressers, beauty salons, and gyms.

The Bridgend railway station is located on the main South Wales coast line, and trains from Porthcawl run regularly from Cardiff to Swansea.

CF36 postcode is a great place to live, and provides an ideal base from which to explore the natural beauty of this part of Wales. The area is steeped in history and culture, making it a rewarding destination to visit.

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