Area Overview for CF63 4HE

CF63 4HE represents a specific residential cluster within the larger population of Barry, a coastal town in the Vale of Glamorgan. This postcode covers an area of 4426 square metres and houses 1677 people. Living in this location means residing in a dense environment where the population density reaches 378,876 people per square kilometre. The area forms part of the civil parish which has evolved significantly since the Industrial Revolution, when the Barry Railway Company established the docks in the 1880s to export coal from the South Wales Valleys. You will find yourself in a community where the town's identity was forged around the Bristol Channel. The civil parish of Barry Community, situated at coordinates 51.404199, -3.272627, reflects the historical absorption of former villages like Cadoxton and Barry Island. This small but distinct postcode benefits from the town's rich heritage, spanning from Roman fortifications to the opening of the first dock basin in 1889. The area offers a connection to a major port that once ranked as the largest coal-exporting hub in the world by 1913. Daily life here is defined by proximity to significant landmarks such as Barry Island Pleasure Park, established in 1897, and the historic Barry Castle ruins. Residents of CF63 4HE also enjoy easy access to modern amenities that serve the wider town. The region provides a settled atmosphere where the past industrial history meets contemporary coastal living. You are situated in a neighbourhood that retains the character of its agricultural and industrial roots, now underpinned by tourism and transport networks linking the area to Cardiff and beyond.

The community within CF63 4HE reflects a mature demographic profile. The median age for residents is 47 years old, indicating a population dominated by Adults in the 30-64 years age range. This suggests an area where families with children and empty nesters likely share local spaces and schools. A total of 1677 individuals call this specific cluster home, creating a cohesive neighbourhood dynamic. Home ownership stands at 46% of households. This figure implies that nearly half of the residents own their dwellings, while the remaining portion likely resides in the rental sector. The predominant accommodation type consists of houses, distinguishing this postcode from high-density urban flats common in other Cardiff or Vale of Glamorgan postcodes. The ethnic composition is predominantly White, aligning with the broader demographic trends of the region. Living in CF63 4HE means being part of a community where the majority of adults fall into the workforce or pre-retirement stages. The age profile suggests schools near CF63 4HE cater primarily to younger children and teenagers, with fewer facilities needed for elderly care compared to older areas. The stability provided by the 46% ownership rate often correlates with longer-term residents who invest in their local environment. You will find a neighbourhood where household structures tend to centre around the typical family unit or dual-income households typical of the 30-64 bracket.