Living in Heath

A small yet neighbourly community just north of Cardiff City Centre, Heath is the home of many families and medical students who study at the University Hospital of Wales. It's a predominantly residential area with a lot of detached and semi-detached houses lining the street. The majority of the residents go to surrounding areas for amenities like shopping and leisure, however there are a few key streets in Heath that are home to various shops and cafes.

Area key takeouts

Friendly Community

Safe Area

Excellent Transport Links

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Heath in a snapshot

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Heath is a quaint area with the population being just over 12,000. The majority of the population are families, couples and students, so the area is very safe to live. The area is fairly residential but boasts a variety of great amenities if you're not wanting to venture into the city. 

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The area has 4 train stations, all in walking distance from the main residential area, so if you're commuting into university or work, this will be easy enough! If catching the bus is your preferred mode of transport, then Heath is great for that too. The area is filled with bus stops with services running all day.

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Heath is blessed to be the best of both worlds. It's a quiet residential area but within distance of great restaurants, cafes, nightlife spots and supermarkets too. There are also, a few parks within the area, which is great if you want to relax and take a walk in nature.

Demographic

Students, Young Professionals, Families, Welcoming, Residential Community

Attributes

Excellent transport links, Places to walk, Restaurants, Cafes, Universities

Safety

Heath is a very residential area with a lot of those residents being families and medical students. The area is a very safe place to live and it's a great place if you want a quieter scene compared to some of the busier student spots in Cardiff.

Welcome to Heath

A friendly, residential neighbourhood with excellent transport links, a welcoming community and close to Cardiff City Centre, these are our top picks for living in Heath.

Home to Heath Park

Heath Park is an essential part of the neighbourhood, allowing residents to come and enjoy nature, right on their doorstep. The park is 37 hectares of green space and is home to many sport and play facilities for anyone to enjoy. The park also boasts woodland areas, ponds and wetland which are essential parts of the park wildlife habitats, a perfect place for those lazy Sunday walks.

A short walk to Whitchurch Road

A short walk south of Heath is Whitchurch Road, an up-and-coming street packed with great eateries, restaurants, cafes and bars. It's a popular spot for students and we can understand why! From the best burgers in Cardiff to French cuisines and local chippy's, Whitchurch Road has something for everyone, no matter what you're craving.

Heath

Amenities

Supermarkets
Sainsbury's , Co-Op , Philog Stores
Gyms
CMC Sports & Social Club

Universities

Cardiff University Heath Park Campus
School of Medicine, Cardiff University

Transport Links

Train Stations
Heath Low Level , Heath High Level , Birchgrove , Ty Glas
Bus Services
1, 2, 8, 9, 9A, 15, 64, 65, 65A, 615, H59

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Cost of living in the area

Monthly Rent Average

House

£1,300

Per month, based on 3 bedroom property

Halls

£582.00

Per month, dependant on chosen halls

Cost of Bills

Utilities

£55.00

Per Month

Wifi

£15.00

Per Month

Council Tax

£1,065

Per Year

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Connectivity

Fibre Download Speeds

80 Mbps

Fibre Upload Speeds

20 Mbps

5G/4G

Good Coverage

Based on all major phone networks

Other Expenses

Pint of Beer

£3.80

Gym Membership

£16.99

Per Month

Weekly Food Shop

£22.00

The best spots in Heath

For Coffee

Organicafe

A cosy and welcoming café that serves coffee and an Italian deli menu

For Drinks

Society Standard

A trendy bar and restaurant that serves a delicious menu and an array of cocktails and beers

For Food

The Brass Beetle

A vibrant restaurant and bar with a great atmosphere serving cocktails and wood-fired pizzas

For Brunch

Park Side Cafe

A family run trendy cafe with a menu of brunch items and coffee

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