๐ Area Guide ยท Cardiff
Living in Cardiff City Centre
Cardiff City Centre is the Welsh capital's vibrant and compact city centre, best known for Cardiff Castle, the Arcades, great nightlife and affordable property by UK standards. Use Know My Postcode to get a free instant report on crime, schools, flood risk, house prices and amenities for any Cardiff City Centre postcode.
Area data snapshot
Avg house price
ยฃ225,000
+3.8% yr/yr
Average rent
ยฃ850 1 bed
ยฃ1,150 2 bed
Crime level
Above average
Violent: high ยท Burglary: medium
Flood risk
Medium near River Taff โ check specific postcode
Nearby schools
๐ Cardiff High School (Good)
๐ Ysgol Gymraeg Melin Gruffydd (Good)
๐ St Illtyd's Catholic High (Good)
Transport
๐ Cardiff Central (National Rail)
๐ Cardiff Queen Street (National Rail)
Green spaces
๐ณ Bute Park, Roath Park, Cardiff Bay waterfront
Best for
๐ฅ Young professionals, students, those wanting affordable capital city living
Data: Land Registry, Police UK, Ofsted public data. Check any postcode for live real-time data.
About Cardiff City Centre
Cardiff City Centre is a city centre in Cardiff, Wales, covering postcodes CF10, CF24. It is the Welsh capital's vibrant and compact city centre, attracting residents drawn by Cardiff Castle, the Arcades, great nightlife and affordable property by UK standards.
Crime rates, school quality, flood risk and property values vary significantly within Cardiff City Centre. Always check the specific postcode before committing to a move.
Crime in Cardiff City Centre
Our reports pull live Police UK data covering the last 3 months, broken down by crime type and compared against the regional average. Run a free report to see crime data for any specific Cardiff City Centre postcode.
Schools in Cardiff City Centre
We show all Ofsted-rated schools within 1.5km of your postcode โ Outstanding, Good, Requires Improvement or Inadequate โ so you can make an informed decision for your family.
House prices in Cardiff City Centre
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Frequently asked questions
Is Cardiff City Centre safe to live in?
Safety varies by street and postcode. Use our free checker to get live crime data for your specific Cardiff City Centre address.
What are average house prices in Cardiff City Centre?
Prices vary by property type and street. Our free reports show recent Land Registry sold prices and 12-month trends for your specific postcode.
Are there good schools in Cardiff City Centre?
School quality varies across Cardiff City Centre. Our reports show every school within 1.5km with their current Ofsted rating.