New Homes in Cwmbran

Sitting in South Wales not far from the coast, Cwmbran lies in the county of Monmouthshire. With Pontypool less than five miles north and Newport a similar distance in the opposite direction, you can also get to popular places in Wales like Abergavenny and capital Cardiff in around half an hour.

If you love being outdoors with your family, new homes in Cwmbran could be perfect for you. As well as the coast, you’ve also got Cwmcarn Forest, Henllys nature reserve, Llandegfedd Reservoir and the Brecon Beacons close by. Search below to browse our latest developments near Cwmbran today. 

Living in Cwmbran

You can look forward to living a life surrounded by stunning natural scenery when you buy a new home in Cwmbran, which is also conveniently located for a number of South Wales’s biggest cities. There are great deals to be found on new homes with us too, thanks to offers like our stress-free Part Exchange scheme. 

Things to see and do in Cwmbran

Cwmbran is surrounded by beautiful open landscapes, making it the perfect place to live if you love to spend your time exploring outdoor environments. From peaks like Mynydd Machen with its spectacular views to walks around Llandegfedd Reservoir, Sirhowy Valley Country Park and Cwmcarn Forest, you can also lose yourself in nature with a day in the Brecon Beacons. 

Back in the heart of town Cwmbran Park has a children’s playground and pretty lake which is home to lots of wildlife. Boating Lake Park is also centrally located, while the town is blessed with a selection of golf clubs, a shopping centre and retail park. You can also get to the coast in hardly any time at all. 

Education

Estyn have rated a number of schools in and around Cwmbran as excellent, including Woodlands Community Primary School. Northville’s Maendy Primary School is another top local option, while Cwmbran High School and Croesyceiliog School give you a choice between two secondaries close to the heart of town. There are other great options in the Pontypool area to the north of Cwmbran, such as St Alban’s RC High School, which is classed as good by Estyn. 

Transport links in Cwmbran

As well as a number of local bus services, there are two train stations in the Torfaen area - one in Pontypool and the other in Cwmbran. It’s less than half an hour to Cardiff, while services to Newport take just 10 minutes. You can drive to both of these major cities in a similar amount of time as the train journeys, while Cwmbran also offers excellent access to the M4 motorway which heads west to Swansea and east into England. 

The Cwmbran property market

Cwmbran is popular as an affordable alternative to living in Cardiff, especially among those who like to have more space both at home and in the surrounding area. Whether you’re looking for a property full of character along Avondale Road close to the centre of Cwmbran or something in neighbouring suburbs like St Mellons or St Fagans, don’t miss the Help to Buy - Wales scheme for some extra support with your next home.