New Homes in Abercarn

View all new build homes closest to Abercarn browsing the list of developments below.

Holly View
Coming soon
Holly View
Coed Y Garn, Cwmbran, Torfaen, NP44 3FQ
  • Coming soon
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
  • New build homes coming soon to Cwmbran. Register your interest today.
Harbourside @ The Quays
Harbourside @ The Quays
Ffordd Wallace, Barry, Vale of Glamorgan, CF63 4RX
  • £324,995 to £334,995
  • 4 bedroom
  • New homes for sale at Barry Waterside. Last few homes remaining.
Barratt Homes @ Brunel Quarter
Barratt Homes @ Brunel Quarter
Station Road, Chepstow, Monmouthshire, NP16 5WB
  • £319,995 to £376,995
  • 3 and 4 bedroom
  • New build homes for sale in Chepstow. Over 90% sold.
Barratt Homes @ Parc Fferm Wen
Barratt Homes @ Parc Fferm Wen
Rhodfa'r Hurricane, St Athan, Vale of Glamorgan, CF62 4HP
  • £244,995 to £306,500
  • 2 and 3 bedroom
  • New build homes for sale in St Athan. Over 90% sold.
Parish Brook
Parish Brook
Engine Lane, Nailsea, Bristol, BS48 4RH
  • £359,995 to £474,995
  • 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
  • New homes for sale in Nailsea.
Forest Grove
Forest Grove
Ridgeway Avenue, Berry Hill, Gloucestershire, GL16 7SF
  • From £401,995
  • 4 bedroom
  • Final home for sale in Coleford, don't miss out.
Brue Place
Brue Place
Huntspill Road, Highbridge, Somerset, TA9 3DE
  • £224,995 to £296,995
  • 2, 3 and 4 bedroom
  • New homes for sale in Highbridge.

What is like to move in Abercarn?

Located 10 miles north west of Newport in the Ebbw Valley, Abercarn is a former coal mining town set within lovely Welsh countryside. With close proximity to the region’s major cities, new homes in Abercarn offer rural living in commuting distance to NewportCardiff and Bristol.

How are the transport links in Abercarn?

The town is served by the A467, which runs south to Newport and north through Crumlin, Abertillery and Brynmawr. 

Railway stations near Abercarn

Abercarn does not have its own railway station, with the nearest being located at Newport - a 15 minute drive away or 30 minutes by bus.

Travelling around Abercan

Abercarn is well placed for travel to major towns and cities in the area. Caerphilly is just under 20 minutes away by car, Cardiff is 30 minutes via the A467 and M4. Bristol is 45 minutes along the M4 or 35 minutes by train from Newport. Newport station also connects the region to London, with a train journey to the Capital taking just an hour and 55 minutes.

Airports near Abercan

The closest international airports to Abercarn are Cardiff Airport and Bristol Airport

What is there to see and do in in Abercarn?

Wildlife and nature around Abercarn

Residents of Abercarn are surrounded by the great outdoors, with Cwmcarn Forest providing 15.5km of mountain biking tracks, a seven mile long scenic Forest Drive, and the chance to walk, camp and enjoy some fishing.

Attractions around Abercan

Pen-y-Fan Pond - a canal feeder reservoir near Caerphilly - is a popular summertime destination with picnic spots, rambling trails and an ‘Alien invasion Trail’ for the kids. A short drive away, Pontypool Park has 150 acres of open grassland, woodland and Italian Gardens with tennis courts, bowling greens and Pontypool Park Rugby Ground; the home of Welsh Rugby Union Championship team Pontypool RFC.

Sports around Abercan

The two most notable sports teams in the town are Abercarn United AFC who play football in the Gwent County First Division, and Abercarn RFC who are members of the Welsh Rugby Union Division 3, and act as a feeder club for Newport Gwent Dragons.

Other attractions around Abercan

Other attractions near to Abercarn include Pontypool Museum, Caerphilly Castle, Llancaiach Fawr Manor and Newport Museum and Art Gallery. Cefn Mably Farm Park is a popular day out for young families, and the town is also close to a themed leisure pool at the Newport Centre, Bowlplex at Cwmbran and a number of soft play centres for younger children.

What are the educational facilities and options available in Abercarn?

Located just 15 minutes from Newport, Abercarn is a short drive away from the University of South Wales which has a campus in the city. The town is also close to Cardiff University and Cardiff Metropolitan University. 

What New Homes Offers & Schemes are Available in Abercarn?

 
Looking to relocate to Abercarn? With Barratt Homes, you’ll have access to unique schemes. Whether you’re a first-time buyer, want to sell your current home or are a key worker, we have an offer that suits you. 
 
Our low deposit schemes are designed to help you buy your dream home without worrying about the deposit. We can boost it up and support you along the way. And if you’re part of the armed forces, we offer a 5% deposit contribution to help you get on the ladder. 
 
Time for a change? Selling your home with our help to sell schemes is easy. You can forget about estate agent fees and enjoy your new home while we do the legwork. If you’re a key worker, you can benefit from our Key Worker Deposit Contribution scheme
 
If you're ready to move but unsure on where to begin, don't forget to take a look at our Wales property buying guide for all the information you'll need. Browse our wide range of new homes in Abercarn and take advantage of fantastic offers for a stress-free move, just like you deserve.