20,541TOTAL POPULATION
8,753HOUSEHOLDS
8.3%UNEMPLOYMENT RATE
£27,040AVG HOUSEHOLD INCOME

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CF40 POSTCODE REGION

Cardiff (CF40)

The CF40 postcode area is located in the Cardiff postcode town region, within the county of Glamorgan, and contains a total of 626 individual postcodes.

There are 19 electoral wards in the CF40 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, 8% of people in CF40 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 CF40 are poorer than other areas, but it may give an indication that there are areas of deprivation.


The CF40 postcode covers the city of Cardiff in South Wales. It includes suburban areas such as Rhiwbina, Llanishen, Whitchurch, Thornhill, Pentyrch, Radyr, Tongwynlais, Pantmawr, Morganstown, Tafwyl, Lisvane and Thornhill.

The CF40 postcode is situated close to the A4119 and A470 roads, which provide access to Cardiff city centre and the M4 motorway for those looking to travel further afield. The postcode also covers Cardiff's inner suburbs and rural villages, making it an ideal location for commuters.

The CF40 postcode has a diverse range of housing. It includes high-end, luxury properties as well as mid-priced homes and starter homes for first-time buyers. There is a wide selection of educational establishments in the area, such as Plas bed-Hendre primary school, where pupils are given an excellent education.

CF40 is also home to a variety of outdoor activities and attractions, including the River Taff, Llandaff Fields, Taff Trail, Kingsway shopping centre and Roath Park lake. Those looking to enjoy the outdoors can visit Roath Park Seagulls Rugby Club, Coronation Park or Bute Park.

The postcode provides easy access to various transport links, including the Cardiff International Airport, Cardiff Central rail station, Cardiff Bay railway station, and coach and bus services. Other nearby amenities include cinemas, bowling alleys, restaurants and cafes.

CF40 is known for its modern and innovative homes in stunning locations, providing easy access to numerous local amenities and attractions. It is a vibrant and diverse area, with a wide range of housing and activities to meet people's needs. This makes CF40 an ideal location for all types of people looking to live and work in Cardiff.


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Demographics

UNEMPLOYMENT

  • 85%WORKING
  • 15%UNEMPLOYED

15% of people in CF40 are either unemployed or full time students. The average UK unemployment rate is currently 4%.

SOCIAL GRADES

  • 8%AB
  • 51%C2/C2
  • 40%DE

According to census records, 8% of people here have a social grade of AB (highest), compared to the national average of 27%.

ETHNICITY

  • 97%WHITE
  • 3%NON-WHITE

97% of people class themselves as 'white', compared to a national UK average of 81.9%.

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CF40Glamorgan

Glamorgan

The county of Glamorgan

CF40 is located in the county of Glamorgan, in Wales.

Glamorgan has a total population of 0, making it the largest county in the UK.

Glamorgan has a total area of square miles, and a population density of people per square kilometre. For comparison, Greater London has a density of 5,618 people/km2.

Glamorgan Postal Town Map
Outward CodeCF40
Postal TownCardiff
MSOA NameRhondda Cynon Taf 016
LSOA NameRhondda Cynon Taf 016D
CountyGlamorgan
RegionGlamorgan
CountryWales
Local AuthorityRhondda Cynon Taf
Area ClassificationUnclassified

CF40 Electoral Wards

The postal region of CF40, includes the local towns, villages, electoral wards and stations of:


Blaen Clydach
Clydach Vale
Edmondstown
Ely
Evanstown
Gelli
Gilfach Goch
Llwynypia
Penrhys
Penygraig
Pontygwaith
Stanleytown
Ton Pentre
Tonypandy
Trealaw
Trebanog
Tylorstown
Wattstown
Williamstown
Ystrad
Browse Postcodes in CF40

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Click on an outward postal code below for more information about the area. Each 'outward' postcode give you a comprehensive list of all postcodes within the outward code area (CF) and estimated address.

Click on an 'outward' code for more information. For example, the outward postcode page 'EC2M' will give you an alphabetical list covering all postcodes located in the region, from 'EC2M 1BB' through to 'EC2M 7YA'.

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