Built-up area in Vale of Glamorgan, Wales
| Coordinates: | 51.483, -3.571 |
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| OS grid ref: | SS 91 77 |
| Dialling code: | 01656 (Bridgend) |
Corntown is a small, largely rural village in the Vale of Glamorgan in south Wales, set among rolling farmland and country lanes. Historically agricultural with a scattering of old farmsteads, it has retained a quiet village character while being within easy commuting reach of larger centres such as Cardiff and coastal towns like Barry, helped by proximity to the M4 corridor.
The local community is small and close‑knit, relying on nearby market towns for many services but enjoying ready access to the scenic Glamorgan countryside, beaches and country parks. Corntown’s mix of historic buildings and more recent homes reflects the Vale’s blend of rural heritage and a commuter economy.