Cardiff-by-the-Sea, Encinitas, California

Community of Cardiff-by-the-Sea
Cardiff
Community

Sunset at Cardiff Beach
Coordinates: 33°1′15″N 117°16′45″W / 33.02083°N 117.27917°WCoordinates: 33°1′15″N 117°16′45″W / 33.02083°N 117.27917°W
Country United States
State California
County San Diego
City Encinitas
Founded 1911
Elevation 79 ft (24 m)
Population (2007)
 • Total 11,537
Time zone PST (UTC-8)
 • Summer (DST) PDT (UTC-7)
ZIP code 92007
Area codes 442/760
GNIS feature ID 1656451[1]

Cardiff-by-the-Sea, usually referred to as Cardiff, is a beach community located in Encinitas, bordering Solana Beach to the south in San Diego County, California. The Pacific Ocean is to the west of Cardiff, Encinitas on its east and north, and a beach and lagoon on its south. With a population of under 12,000, Cardiff-by-the-Sea operates as part of the city of Encinitas, but unlike the other communities that comprise Encinitas, has its own ZIP code (92007).

In 1911, this former farming community began to develop Cardiff, when developer J. Frank Cullen broke ground to build new homes.[2] It is reported by the Cardiff Chamber of Commerce that it was Frank Cullen's wife, a native of Cardiff, Wales, who persuaded him to name the community, "Cardiff". Many streets in Cardiff bear names this English-born landowner grew up with in his native UK. The names "Birmingham", "Oxford", "Chesterfield" and "Manchester" are major streets in this city.

According to the 2010 Census, Cardiff-by-the-Sea is 71% white, 21% Hispanic, 3% Asian, 1% African-American and 4% Other [3]

Cardiff is also home to a few well-known surf spots, such as Swami's and Cardiff Reef.

Government

Cardiff is part of the city of Encinitas, which is governed by a five-member city council, elected at-large to staggered four-year terms at two-year intervals.

In the California State Legislature, Cardiff is in the 36th Senate District, represented by Republican Patricia Bates, and in the 76th Assembly District, represented by Republican Rocky Chavez.[4]

In the United States House of Representatives, Cardiff is in California's 49th congressional district, represented by Republican Darrell Issa.[5]

Cardiff School District

Cardiff has a school district consisting of two schools:[6]

Cardiff Reef

Cardiff Reef ("The Reef") is a popular surf spot in Cardiff that produces waves both professional and novice surfers enjoy year round. Surfing at The Reef has progressed from just a few surfers in the 1950s to become one of the most popular surfing spots in San Diego County.[7] Cardiff Reef and nearby surf spot, Pipes, are famous for their smooth and consistent wave shape.

When the tide is low, a flat rock reef is revealed that extends 50 yards from shore. Exploring these tide pools is a popular activity for visitors of Cardiff.

Photos

Stand-Up Paddle surfers at Cardiff Reef in Encinitas, California.

Notable residents

See also

References

  1. ↑ "Cardiff-by-the-Sea". Geographic Names Information System. United States Geological Survey. Retrieved 2009-02-04.
  2. ↑ Some Cardiff History from the Cardiff Chamber of Commerce
  3. ↑ "Mapping America — Census Bureau's 2005-9 American Community Survey". The New York Times. December 13, 2010.
  4. ↑ "Statewide Database". Regents of the University of California. Retrieved April 9, 2015.
  5. ↑ "California's 49th Congressional District - Representatives & District Map". Civic Impulse, LLC.
  6. ↑ "Cardiff School District". Retrieved May 20, 1010. Check date values in: |accessdate= (help)
  7. ↑ {{url=http://www.utsandiego.com/feature/san-diego-surfing/history.html |title=10 Best Surf Spots in San Diego |accessdate=May 22, 2012}}
  8. ↑ "IRONMAN TRIATHLON : Mark Allen Wins, Gains Confidence". Los Angeles Times. Associated Press. October 8, 1990. Retrieved May 24, 2011.

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