New Homes in Carmarthen

A town in South Wales steeped in legend, Carmarthen is around 15 miles north of Llanelli on the coast. Even closer to Kidwelly and Burry Port in Carmarthen Bay, you can drive to Swansea in around 40 minutes from houses in Carmarthen, while it’s double that to Welsh capital Cardiff.

With the wizard Merlin born in a cave outside town, according to Arthurian legend, there’s a local castle to explore as well as the Oriel Myrddin Gallery and Carmarthen County Museum in neighbouring Abergwili. Look forward to the annual Winter Wonderland and pick out your new home from our developments near Carmarthen below. 

• South Wales • Llanelli • Kidwelly 

Pentref Llewelyn
Pentref Llewelyn
Llewelyn Road, Penllergaer, Swansea, SA4 9BB
  • £243,995 to £353,995
  • 2 and 3 bedroom
  • Contemporary new homes in high demand in Penllergaer, Swansea. Register today.

New Homes in Carmarthen FAQs

  • Carmarthen is a historic market town with deep Welsh roots dating back to Roman times. The community maintains a strong sense of Welsh identity and culture, with residents known for their warm hospitality and community spirit.
  • The town offers excellent educational facilities, including well-regarded schools like Richmond Park Primary School, Ysgol Bro Myrddin and Queen Elizabeth High School. Coleg Sir Gâr provides further education with diverse vocational courses, while the University of Wales Trinity Saint David’s Carmarthen campus delivers higher education courses. 
  • Carmarthen boasts a range of amenities, including excellent shopping opportunities, from St Catherine’s Walk Shopping Centre to the traditional indoor market. Cultural attractions include King Street Gallery and Carmarthenshire Museum, while Merlin’s Hill Centre is a historic spot for a family day out. Fitness enthusiasts can visit Carmarthen Leisure Centre. 
  • Our new build homes in Carmarthen benefit from convenient transport links, with regular train services to Swansea and Cardiff. The town is close to several major roads, including the A40 and A48, providing access to West Wales and the M4 corridor. Buses run regularly for local travel, while Cardiff Airport is 60 miles away, offering domestic and international flights.
  • Carmarthen enjoys a picturesque natural setting with numerous outdoor spaces to explore. The River Towy winds through the town, offering riverside walks and fishing opportunities, while the nearby Brechfa Forest provides extensive woodland trails. The idyllic Pembrokeshire Coast National Park and Brecon Beacons are within easy reach, and the local Gwili Steam Railway follows a scenic route through the countryside.

New Homes Offers & Schemes in Carmarthen


Looking to relocate to Carmarthen ? 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.