Located just northeast of Cathays is Penylan, a welcoming and friendly community with a great variety of amenities and residential areas. The area is split into the north and south, with the A48 running through the centre of it. However there is no divide in this area, there is a great sense of community in Penylan, due to the large number of public parks, residential areas and other amenities.
Excellent Amenities
Welcoming Community
Penylan is in a great spot if you want to be close to the city centre without actually being inside it. It's only a 6 minute drive into Cardiff, depending on traffic. Although Penylan doesn't have a train station, the closest is Cathays, being only a 20 minute walk from the centre of Penylan.
Penylan has a great variety of amenities within the neighbourhood, all within walking distance. The area is home to a number of public spaces, great for morning walks before lectures or work. Penylan also has a number of shops, cafes and restaurants from a variety of cuisines and price points.
Penylan's demographic is mostly families and students making it a really nice place to live, if you're wanting a quieter spot, a short distance away from the city centre. Since there are a few university campuses in the area, more students are looking to move
Families, Students, Young Professionals, Welcoming, Friendly Community
Excellent transport links, Places to walk, Restaurants, Cafes
Penylan is a great place to live and has such a strong sense of community. The area is super safe during the busier parts of the week, making it a firm choice for families, students and young professionals.
Roath Pleasure Gardens is primarily located within Roath, however it spans over to Penylan too. The gardens has a number of great amenities for residents to enjoy, from tennis and basketball courts to the Roath Brook running through the centre. A great place to have an afternoon walk in the sunshine.
The Penylan Pantry is a local favourite within the area and for good reason. The pantry is more than just your average cafe, it also sells locally grown produce too. They're a corner shop and deli that promotes the local farmers and producers, the community and the environment. So whilst you're having your coffee and cake, you can take home a piece of Penylan produce too!
Roath Pleasure Gardens is primarily located within Roath, however it spans over to Penylan too. The gardens has a number of great amenities for residents to enjoy, from tennis and basketball courts to the Roath Brook running through the centre. A great place to have an afternoon walk in the sunshine.
The Penylan Pantry is a local favourite within the area and for good reason. The pantry is more than just your average cafe, it also sells locally grown produce too. They're a corner shop and deli that promotes the local farmers and producers, the community and the environment. So whilst you're having your coffee and cake, you can take home a piece of Penylan produce too!
House
£2,000
Per month, based on 3 bedroom property
Halls
£591
Per month, dependant on chosen halls
Utilities
£55.00
Per Month
Wifi
£15.00
Per Month
Council Tax
£1,065
Per Year
Fibre Download Speeds
80 Mbps
Fibre Upload Speeds
20 Mbps
5G/4G
Good Coverage
Based on all major phone networks
Pint of Beer
£3.80
Gym Membership
£16.99
Per Month
Weekly Food Shop
£22.00
A popular, local café with a delicious menu and shelves full of local produce
A relaxed atmosphere bar, serving a menu of cocktails and craft beer
A trendy pizzeria and cocktail spot serving delicious Neapolitan style pizzas
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There are a number of universities near in and around Penylan. There is the Cardiff Metropolitan University, Cyncoed Campus, Cardiff University and Cardiff University, Heath Campus.
The crime rates for Penylan are very low for an area so close to a major city centre. Penylan is among the top 10 safest small towns in South Glamorgan, which is a great benefit for the local residents and any potential students moving to the area.
Rent in Penylan is considerably cheap, especially if you're looking for houses or flats on a budget. The area has a range of properties to choose from, from smaller 1 bedroom flats to bigger semi-detached houses for larger groups. The rent in Penylan can range from £740 for a 1 bedroom flat to £2,000 for a 3 bedroom house.