House Prices in Carmarthen
£195,000
Average
£310,000
Detached
£200,000
Semi-Detached
£160,000
Terraced
£115,000
Flat
Based on recent Land Registry sold price data. Actual prices vary by street and condition.
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About Carmarthen
Carmarthen is the commercial capital of west Wales offering very affordable property. The university brings student life. The town serves a large rural hinterland and has a thriving market. Welsh culture is strong here.
Lifestyle & Things to Do
Carmarthen claims to be the oldest town in Wales with Roman origins. The covered market is excellent. The town is bilingual with a strong Welsh-speaking community. The surrounding countryside includes the Towy Valley and Carmarthen Bay beaches.
Transport & Commuting
Transport for Wales trains reach Swansea in 60 minutes and London Paddington in about 4 hours. The A48 connects to the M4. The A40 runs west to Pembrokeshire.
Train to London
240m to London Paddington
Nearest Motorway
A48, M4 (via A48)
Schools & Education
Top Schools
- Queen Elizabeth High School
- Ysgol Bro Myrddin
- Carmarthen Junior School
Universities
- University of Wales Trinity Saint David
Healthcare
Best Areas to Live in Carmarthen
Johnstown
Town Centre
Abergwili
Property Buying Tips for Carmarthen
Johnstown has family estates. The town centre has character properties. Pensarn offers affordable homes near the station. Abergwili is a sought-after village to the east. Llansteffan offers coastal village living.
Local Authority
Council
Carmarthenshire County Council
Council Tax
£1,580 (Band D)
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