Cardiff by the Sea Movers
Looking to move within Cardiff by the Sea and throughout California?
If you are moving to Cardiff by the Sea, moving in California or anywhere in the U.S., McCarthy Transfer & Storage offers you a full range of moving services, including packing, moving, unpacking, and more! McCarthy Transfer & Storage has its own fleet of experienced movers and drivers to move you anywhere in the state of California.
Moving from Cardiff by the Sea to nearby California destinations is generally completed in one day unless you have a larger home or are moving across the state. Our movers would arrive at your home in the morning, load the truck, drive to your new residence, and unload – all in one day. If packing is required, we would do this the day prior to save you time and stress.
A local move is a move that takes place within a 100-mile radius and stays within California; these moves are done on an hourly basis. A move from Cardiff by the Sea to San Diego is considered a local move.
Our Cardiff by the Sea movers can move you to or from Aliso Viejo, Anaheim, Brea, Buena Park, Costa Mesa, Cypress, Dana Point, Fountain Valley, Fullerton, Garden Grove, Huntington Beach, Irvine, La Habra, La Palma, Laguna Beach, Laguna Hills, Laguna Niguel, Laguna Woods, Lake Forest, Los Alamitos, Mission Viejo, Newport Beach, Orange, Placentia, Rancho Santa Margarita, San Clemente, San Juan Capistrano, Santa Ana, Seal Beach, Stanton, Tustin, Villa Park, Westminster, and Yorba Linda.
About Cardiff by the Sea
Cardiff-by-the-Sea, usually referred to as Cardiff, is a beach community in the incorporated city of Encinitas in San Diego County, California. The Pacific Ocean is to the west of Cardiff-by-the-Sea, with the rest of incorporated Encinitas to the east and north, and a beach and lagoon to the 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, it has its own ZIP code (92007). Cardiff is home to a few well-known surf spots, such as Swami’s and Cardiff Reef.
History
The first known inhabitants were the Indigenous Kumeyaay, referred to as the Diegueño by the Spanish. In 1769, the Spanish started colonizing this area with the construction of the Spanish Missions. The first settlement was by the MacKinnon family in 1875. In 1909, this farming community began to be developed when Boston developer J. Frank Cullen purchased land from the MacKinnons. For $30 a lot, one could buy land and build new homes. Frank Cullen’s wife, Esther, a native of Cardiff, Wales, persuaded him to name the community “Cardiff-by-the Sea,” as well as naming many streets after other cities in Britain, such as Birmingham, Oxford, Chesterfield, and Manchester, despite heavy Spanish influence in the area. In 1986, “Cardiff” joined with the nearby communities of Leucadia, Olivenhain, and Encinitas to form the incorporated city of Encinitas.
The Cardiff Composer District includes twelve streets named for musicians. It was developed by music publisher turned film producer turned real estate developer Victor Kremer.
Cardiff became a destination for people seeking a tight-knit community to raise children, start a business, and live in close proximity to the ocean. With a steady stream of newcomers, the years between the 1920s and 1950s saw a boom of housing and infrastructure development. In 1985, the local family-owned Seaside Market opened its doors and has been a mainstay in the community ever since.
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 Janet Nguyen, and in the 76th Assembly District, represented by Democrat Brian Maienschein.
In the United States House of Representatives, Cardiff is in California’s 49th congressional district, represented by Democrat Mike Levin.
Cardiff School District
- Cardiff Elementary (K-3)
- Ada Harris Elementary (3-6)
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. Cardiff Reef and nearby surf spots, Pipes and Seaside Reef, 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.
Demographics
| Category | Data |
|---|---|
| Population | 11,447 |
| Median Age | 40.7 |
| Gender Ratio | 54.28% Male, 45.72% Female |
| US-born Citizens | 84.91% |
| Non-US-born Citizens | 6.01% |
| Non-citizens | 9.08% |
| Residents in Same House as Last Year | 90.99% |
Employment
| Category | Data |
|---|---|
| White-collar Workers | 89.73% |
| Blue-collar Workers | 10.27% |
| Entrepreneurs | 31.05% |
| Private Company Employees | 50.28% |
| Government Workers | 9.21% |
Households
There are a total of 4,289 households in Cardiff by the Sea, each made up of around 3 members. Family establishments represent 69.76% of these Cardiff by the Sea households, while non-family units account for the remaining 30.24%. Additionally, 31.85% of households have children, and 68.15% of households are without children.
Income
The average annual household income in Cardiff by the Sea is $176,907, while the median household income sits at $124,219 per year.
Housing
There are 4,737 housing units in Cardiff by the Sea, and the median year in which these properties were built is 1975. Of the 4,289 occupied housing units in Cardiff by the Sea, 61.25% are owner-occupied, while 38.75% have renters living in them. Properties bought with mortgages account for 68.98% of the units, and the median value of a home with a mortgage is $1,136,700. In general, housing costs reach $2,431 per month in Cardiff by the Sea.
Education
Approximately 9.09% of the population in Cardiff by the Sea holds a high school degree, while 16.64% have attained a college certificate, and 31.52% have a bachelor’s degree.
Marital Status
A total of 2,163 people in Cardiff by the Sea have never been married (24.34% of the total population), while 5,567 are married (62.64%). Separated and divorced residents are in smaller numbers, at 103 (1.16%) and 978 (11%), respectively.
Transportation
The top three means of transportation people in Cardiff by the Sea use to get to work are: car, walking, and motorcycle. A total of 4,003 residents commute by car, 78 prefer going to work by walking, and 32 by motorcycle.
ZIP Code
The ZIP code for Cardiff by the Sea is 92007.
