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Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF10Come and discover one of Cardiff's best kept secrets, hidden right in the heart of the city.
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Living in Cardiff (CF)
Discover vibrant Cardiff, a city blending rich history with modern charm. Explore its stunning parks, vibrant arts scene and thriving food culture. Cardiff offers a wonderful quality of life.
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Why Cardiff is a good place to live
Living in Cardiff is a vibrant and enriching experience, characterised by its dynamic atmosphere, cultural heritage and wealth of activities. Like any city, Cardiff has its share of crime but it’s pretty safe overall. There’s a great sense of community and a strong identity that comes with living in the Welsh capital. Local authorities maintain public safety and residents generally feel secure in their day-to-day lives.
Cardiff boasts excellent schools and universities, including the prestigious Cardiff University from the Russell Group. The city offers plenty of opportunities for both academic and personal growth, fostering a supportive and exciting environment for students of all ages.
What’s Cardiff famous for?
Cardiff is famous for its passion for sports, particularly rugby union. It’s known as the capital of Welsh rugby and hosts matches at the Principality Stadium, a world-class sporting venue. Cardiff also has a thriving arts and cultural scene. Landmarks like Cardiff Castle and the Wales Millennium Centre showcase the city’s rich history and heritage.
Things to do in Cardiff
When it comes to entertainment, it’s tough to beat a day out in Cardiff. Explore the charming Victorian arcades and modern shopping district or soak up some live music at the iconic Motorpoint Arena. The Cardiff Bay waterfront development sets a picturesque scene for dining out, boat trips or leisurely walks. If you’ve got time, fit in a visit to Techniquest Science Centre or the Norwegian Church Arts Centre.
For nature enthusiasts, you'll find tranquil green spaces and outdoor activities at Bute Part and Roath Park. Plus, Cardiff’s proximity to the stunning South Wales coastline means you can escape to sprawling sandy beaches with ease.
Living in Cardiff comes with cultural delights, a lively social scene and excellent educational opportunities, making it a city that truly caters to all interests and aspirations.
Average asking prices in Cardiff today
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Properties currently for sale in Cardiff
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£325,000
- Bedrooms4
- Bathrooms2
- Living rooms3
4 bed terraced house for sale
Iron Street, Roath, Cardiff CF24
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£250,000
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms1
- Living rooms2
3 bed terraced house for sale
Metal Street, Roath, Cardiff CF24
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£130,000
- Bedrooms1
- Bathrooms1
- Living rooms1
1 bed semi-detached house for sale
Senghennydd Road, Cathays, Cardiff CF24
£180,000
- Bedrooms2
- Bathrooms1
- Living rooms1
2 bed end terrace house for sale
Cumnock Place, Splott, Cardiff CF24
£300,000
- Bedrooms5
- Bathrooms2
- Living rooms1
5 bed terraced house for sale
Talworth Street, Roath, Cardiff CF24
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Pulse
Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF10Gay nightclub with themed nights and shows by top names, plus a daytime cafe-bar.
Traders Tavern
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Yates
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Tavistock
Roath, South Glamorgan, CF24The Tavistock is a classic local pub on the corner of Bedford Street and Tavistock Street.
Dead Canary
Cardiff, South Glamorgan, CF10Welcome to Deaths and Entrances at The Dead Canary – Cardiff’s Award Winning Cocktail Bar. With sublimely crafted cocktails inspired by the Deaths and Entrances, a book of poetry penned by the great Welsh poet Dylan Thomas.
Transport in Cardiff
Trains
There are 20 train stations in Cardiff, making it the most dense railway system in Wales. Transport for Wales runs the Valleys & Cardiff Local Routes from two main railway hubs: Cardiff Central and Cardiff Queen Street stations.
Cardiff Central train station is on the edge of the city centre and travels to Bristol (56 mins), London (1 hr 50 mins), Reading (1 hr 52 mins), Birmingham (2 hrs), Manchester (3 hrs 30 mins), Leeds (4 hrs 8 mins), Newcastle (5 hrs 10 mins) and Edinburgh (7 hrs).
Cardiff Queen Street operates a more local service, with trains regularly departing for Swansea, Newport, Cardiff Bay, Barry Island and Bridgend, among others.
Buses
Cardiff has a comprehensive bus network, with the council-owned 'Cardiff Bus' providing the vast majority of routes in the city and beyond.
Regular services run to Newport, Penarth, Barry, Cardiff Airport and Llantwit Major, among others.
Car
The M4 motorway runs to the north of Cardiff, providing a direct link to London in under 3 hours via Newport, Bristol and Reading. In the other direction, the M4 gives easy access to Bridgend and Swansea.
The city is easy to drive around and there is parking available with multi-story car parks and park-and-ride facilities.
The A48 connects the city centre to the neighbourhoods of Cardiff and the Vale of Glamorgan. The A470 leads into the Rhondda valleys while the A4232 dual carriageway forms an outer ring around the city, all of which help people travel around with ease.
Airports
Cardiff Airport is less than 30 minutes from the city centre and flies to international destinations around the world.
Transport connections
- Cardiff Queen Street
- National Rail
- 0.1 miles / 0.2 km
- Cathays
- National Rail
- 0.6 miles / 1.0 km
- Cardiff Central
- National Rail
- 0.7 miles / 1.1 km
- Cardiff Castle Waterbus Stop
- Ferry Port
- 0.8 miles / 1.3 km
- Taffs Mead Waterbus Stop
- Ferry Port
- 0.9 miles / 1.4 km
- Cardiff Bay
- National Rail
- 1.2 miles / 1.9 km
Schools in Cardiff
Cardiff offers a range of excellent schools for pupils of all ages.
For primary-aged children, St Mary's Catholic Primary School, Marlborough Primary School, St Patrick's Catholic Primary School, Ninian Park Primary School and St Peter's Primary school are all highly rated.
For secondary students, Bishop of Llandaff Church in Wales School is one of the highest achieving schools in Wales. Cardiff High School, Fitzalan High School, Radyr Comprehensive and St Teilo’s Church in Wales High School are also excellent.
For further education, Cardiff University is a member of the Russell Group, a group of 24 leading UK research intensive universities, and is the 16th largest university in the UK in terms of student numbers.
Schools in Cardiff
- Tredegarville C/W Primary
- St. Peter's Primary School
- Adamsdown Primary
- Albany Primary School
- St Mary The Virgin C/W Primary School
- Stacey Primary School