Acacia Avenue in Newton in the town of PORTHCAWL
About Acacia Avenue
The street is publicly maintained which means that the road is adopted and Bridgend is responsible for the repair and upkeep of the highway.
Acacia Avenue is a residential road in Newton|PORTHCAWL with a speed limit of 30 mph
The street is located within the Council's jurisdiction. They provide various services, like refuse collection, and manage council tax collection. It's situated in the nation of Wales.
The road has been assigned the Unique Street Reference Number of and in the National Street Gazetteer.
It is located within the county of Mid Glamorgan, which is a part of the nation of Wales. It's 153.75 miles West from central London., 15.03 miles South East from Swansea, 21.51 miles West from Cardiff and 32.43 miles North East from Barnstaple.
Acacia
Botanical (Tree) (Latin acacis meaning Point)
The acacia tree, native to Africa, Australia, and South America, has been valued for its many uses:
- African Acacia: Produces gum arabic, used in food, medicine, and industry.
- Australian Acacia (Wattles): Its bark was traditionally used for tanning leather.
- Tannin-Rich Species: Some African species are rich in tannin, important in dyeing and industrial processes.
- Furniture: Acacia wood is prized for its strength and beauty.
Because of its practical uses and attractive appearance, acacia trees were often planted along streets, providing shade and colour. Streets named "Acacia" likely had these trees lining them, giving shade and colour to residents.
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Map of Acacia Avenue
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| Location Note | Central Point of Street - Not Actual Location | |
| MSOA Info | For MSOA W02000236 (Statistical Neighbourhood) | |
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| Distance Info | Green Circle = 10 Minutes Walk (800 metres) | |
Street Crime Data accessed from data.police.uk on 06/10/2024.
Budget Friendly Hotels near Acacia Avenue Newton|PORTHCAWL
| Budget Hotel Name | Distance (miles) |
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1: Name:Days Inn Bridgend Cardiff Address: M4 Junction 36 Telephone: Visit Hotel Page |
5.34 |
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2: Name:Premier Inn Bridgend M4 J35 Address: Pantruthyn Farm Telephone: Visit Hotel Page |
7.94 |
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3: Name:Travelodge Bridgend Pencoed Address: Old Mill, Felindre Rd, Pencoed, CF35 5HU Telephone: 0871 984 6049 Visit Hotel Page |
8.57 |
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4: Name:Premier Inn Llantrisant Address: Ely Valley Telephone: Visit Hotel Page |
12.91 |
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5: Name:Holiday Inn Express Swansea East Address: M4, Jct 43, Llandarcy, Neath Telephone: Visit Hotel Page |
13.73 |
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House Sales
| Year | High | Low | Average | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | £125,000 | £144,000 | £134,500 | 2 |
| 2015 | £78,000 | £140,000 | £118,500 | 3 |
| 2016 | £162,000 | £164,000 | £153,667 | 3 |
| 2017 | £193,000 | £193,000 | £193,000 | 1 |
| 2018 | £143,000 | £143,000 | £143,000 | 1 |
| 2019 | £210,000 | £210,000 | £182,625 | 4 |
| 2022 | £222,500 | £222,500 | £222,500 | 1 |
| 2023 | £145,000 | £192,000 | £168,500 | 2 |
Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2024. This data is licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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 | Neighbourhood Policing |
| Police Force: South Wales |
| Find a Local Neighbourhood Watch Scheme |
Location Details
| Acacia Avenue | |
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| Latitude | 51.482586 |
| Longitude | -3.672042 |
| OS Easting (X): | 283909 |
| OS Northing (Y): | 177338 |
| OS Grid Reference: | SS839773 |
Roads that have a Junction with Acacia Avenue
| Street | Junction Type |
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| Oak Tree Drive |
Sunset and Sunrise times
| Sunrise | 07:31 |
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| Sunset | 16:27 |
Latest Weather Conditions
| Observed at Weather Station: | St-Athan 15 November 2024 at 20:00 (11.34 miles away) |
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| Current Weather: | Mist |
| Temperature and Humidity: | 5.6°C (95.8%) |
| Wind Direction and Speed: | N (1 mph) |
Population Statistics
| ONS Area Code | W00005456 & W00005457 |
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| ONS Area Name | Detached Retirement Living & White Suburban Communities |
| Average Age | 50.47 |
| Area Population | 1799.00 |
| Male Population | 872.00 (48%) |
| Female Population | 927.00 (52%) |
| Benefit Claimants | 18 (1%) |
| LSOA Code: | W01001029 |
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| LSOA Name: | Bridgend 019A |
| SOA Code: | 8a |
| SOA Name: | |
| MSOA Code: | W02000236 |
| MSOA Name: | Bridgend 019 |
Nearest Supermarkets
| Asda Pyle |
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| Pyle Industrial Estate, Pyle Cross, Pyle, Bridgend, CF33 6BU |
| 01656 760533 |
| Distance: 3.23 Miles |
| Directions to Asda Pyle |
| Tesco Bridgend Gentle Way Express |
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| 4 District Centre Broadlands, Gentle Way, Bridgend, CF31 5EJ |
| 0345 026 9143 |
| Distance: 3.32 Miles |
| Directions to Tesco Bridgend Gentle Way Express |
| Tesco Bridgend Brewery Ln Superstore |
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| Brewery Ln, Bridgend, CF31 4AP |
| 0345 677 9072 |
| Distance: 4.38 Miles |
| Directions to Tesco Bridgend Brewery Ln Superstore |
| Iceland Bridgend |
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| Unit 3, Bracklea Shopping Centre, Bridgend, CF31 1DD |
| 01656667144 |
| Distance: 4.39 Miles |
| Directions to Iceland Bridgend |
Telephone Information
| Area Code |
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| Area Code: 01656 - Bridgend |
Local Government
| Local Council Details |
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| Within the area of Bridgend |
| Visit the Council's Website |
| Civic Offices, Angel Street, Bridgend &CF31 4WB |
| Send email |
| Telephone Number: 01656 643 643 |
| Local Member of Parliament |
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| Within the Westminster Parliamentary Constituency of Bridgend |
| The Member of Parliament is Chris Elmore |
| Details for the MP Chris Elmore on parliament.uk |
| Details for the MP Chris Elmore on theyworkforyou.com |
| In the 2024 General Election Chris Elmore won with a majority of 8,595 the result was Lab gain from Con. The total electorate was 73,168 |
| Wards, Parish Councils and County Councils |
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| Ward: Newton Ward |
| Community Council: Porthcawl |
| Ceremonial County: Mid Glamorgan |
Nearest Schools
Wales Primary Schools
Porthcawl Primary School
Address: Porthcawl Primary School, Meadow Lane, Porthcawl, CF36 5EY
Distance: 0.86 miles
Contact: 01656 815660
Newton Primary
Address: Newton Primary, New Road, Porthcawl, Bridgend, CF36 5BL
Distance: 0.87 miles
Contact: 01656 815780
West Park Primary
Address: West Park Primary, West Road, Nottage, Porthcawl, CF36 3SN
Distance: 1.57 miles
Contact: 01656 815510
Nearest Hospitals
Nearest Dentists
Dentists
HILLSBORO PLACE DENTAL PRACTICE
Address: PORTHCAWL, PORTHCAWL, MID GLAMORGAN, CF36 3BH
Distance: 1.39 miles
Contact: :
DENTAL SURGERY
Address: 34 VICTORIA AVENUE, PORTHCAWL, MID GLAMORGAN, CF36 3HG
Distance: 1.41 miles
Contact: :
DENTAL SURGERY
Address: 33 MARY STREET, PORTHCAWL, MID GLAMORGAN, CF36 3YN
Distance: 1.47 miles
Contact: :
ORTHODONTIC PRACTICE
Address: 49 MERTHYR MAWR ROAD, BRIDGEND, MID GLAMORGAN, CF31 3NN
Distance: 4.17 miles
Contact: :
DENTAL SURGERY
Address: 26 PARK STREET, BRIDGEND, MID GLAMORGAN, CF31 4AX
Distance: 4.18 miles
Contact: :
BEYNONS DENTISTS
Address: 16 PARK STREET, BRIDGEND, MID GLAMORGAN, CF31 4AX
Distance: 4.18 miles
Contact: :
Nearest GP Surgeries
Doctors
PORTHCAWL MEDICAL
Address: PORTHCAWL MEDICAL CENTRE, CLOS Y MAMETZ, PORTHCAWL, CF36 5DJ
Distance: 0.65 miles
Contact: tel: 01656 304204
HEATHBRIDGE HOUSE
Address: 1A PISGAH STREET, KENFIG HILL, BRIDGEND, MID GLAMORGAN, CF33 6BY
Distance: 3.37 miles
Contact: tel: 01656 740359
THE SURGERY
Address: WAUN BANT ROAD, NORTH CORNELLY, KENFIG HILL, BRIDGEND, MID GLAMORGAN, CF33 6DE
Distance: 3.38 miles
Contact: tel: 01656 740345
BRIDGEND GROUP
Address: MERTHYR MAWR ROAD, BRIDGEND, CF31 3NW
Distance: 4.25 miles
Contact: tel: 01656 652774
RIVERSDALE HOUSE
Address: MERTHYRMAWR ROAD, BRIDGEND, MID GLAMORGAN, CF31 3NL
Distance: 4.25 miles
Contact: tel: 01656 766866
OAK TREE SURGERY
Address: WHITETHORN DRIVE, BRACKLA, BRIDGEND, MID GLAMORGAN, CF31 2PQ
Distance: 5.19 miles
Contact: tel: 01656 665353
Nearest Dispensing Chemists
Pharmacies
PORTHCAWL PHARMACY
Address: PORTHCAWL MEDICAL CENTRE, CLOS Y MAMETZ, PORTHCAWL, CF36 5DJ
Distance: 0.65 miles
Contact: tel: 01656 782695
WELL
Address: 11 LIAS ROAD, PORTHCAWL, MID GLAMORGAN, CF36 3AH
Distance: 1.41 miles
Contact: tel: 01656 772443
BOOTS
Address: 72-74 JOHN STREET, PORTHCAWL, CF36 3BD
Distance: 1.41 miles
Contact: tel: 01656 782508
KNIGHTS BALKWILL PHARMACY
Address: 88 JOHN STREET, PORTHCAWL, CF36 3BD
Distance: 1.41 miles
Contact: tel: 01656 782013
ALLIED PHARMACY NORTH CORNELLY
Address: 8 HALL DRIVE, NORTH CORNELLY, BRIDGEND, CF33 4HS
Distance: 2.91 miles
Contact: tel: 01656 740291
SHEPPARDS PHARMACY
Address: UNIT 2, DISTRICT CENTRE BROADLANDS, GENTLE WAY, BRIDGEND, CF31 5EJ
Distance: 3.32 miles
Contact: tel: 01656 660007
Nearest Opticians
Opticians
Transport
Nearest Rail Stations
Pyle Station is 3.19 miles away.
Address: Pyle station, Beach Road, Pyle, Bridgend, CF33 6AR
Pyle is situated on the South Wales Main Line and is managed by Transport for Wales.
Pyle Station is an unstaffed station.
Bridgend Station is 4.49 miles away.
Address: Bridgend station, Station Hill, Bridgend, Bridgend, CF31 1BN
Bridgend is situated on the South Wales Main Line|Maesteg Line|Vale of Glamorgan Line and is managed by Transport for Wales.
Bridgend Station is staffed on a part time basis.