cardiff CF38 Postcodes

Cardiff (CF38)

The CF38 postcode area is located in the Cardiff postcode town region, within the county of Glamorgan, and contains a total of 523 individual postcodes.

There are 11 electoral wards in the CF38 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 Rhondda Cynon Taf Council.

Combining the whole postcode region, 22% of people in CF38 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 CF38 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.

The CF38 postcode is an area located within the county of Rhondda Cynon Taf in South Wales, and is part of the UK post town of Pontypridd. The area includes the towns of Treforest, Pontypridd and Tonyrefail. It is also commonly known as 'the Valleys', due to its geography of rolling hills and mountainous terrain.

The CF38 postcode is served by several roads, including the A4232 link road, the A470 trunk road and the B4275. Via these roads, residents of the area can access multiple towns and cities for work or leisure, while public transport includes bus and train services.

The CF38 postcode district has a number of primary and secondary schools, such as the Ysgol Gyfun Rhydfelen in Treforest, and provides a number of leisure activities, although these have been temporarily suspended during the COVID-19 pandemic. These include golf courses, parks, libraries, outdoor leisure centres, cinemas, pubs, restaurants and sports clubs.

The area is well known for its history and culture; its industrial heritage has been preserved in the ruins of the old ironworks at Pontypridd, while the Valleys folk museum highlights the history and culture of the area, with an emphasis on art, industry, education and social life.

Temperatures in the CF38 postcode can vary throughout the year. Winters are generally cool and wet, while summers are normally warm and dry. The region receives around 650mm of rainfall and an average of 145 days of sunshine each year.

In terms of the economy,CF38 is home to a variety of businesses, from the large industrial units that operate on the Treforest Industrial Estate to small independent retailers. Additionally, due to the areas proximity to the cities of Cardiff and Newport, it is an attractive location for commuters, and many of the local residents travel to work in the city.

A number of large employers also operate within and around the CF38 postcode. These include Tata Steel, BAE Systems, Hitachi Rail Europe Limited and Welsh Government. The area is also home to numerous healthcare providers, including the Princess of Wales Hospital, the Royal Glamorgan Hospital and the University Hospital of Wales, ensuring locals have access to healthcare services.

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