Our 5 Reasons to Move to Carmarthenshire
Here are our top reasons for leaving the hustle and bustle of city life and relocating to the green hills of Carmarthenshire.
Thousands of people successfully make the move to Wales every year, with 26% of Wales classified as National Park or area of outstanding beauty and over 150 beaches across the country, it is easy to see why.
Carmarthenshire in South West Wales, is known as the 'Garden of Wales' and is steeped in history from as far back as medieval times. Carmarthenshire may have the oldest town in Wales but it is now a thriving destination with a population of over 175,000. It attracts more than 2 million visitors every year and it is a central location for areas of outstanding beauty such as the Gower Peninsula or world famous Pembrokeshire coastline .
Here are our top reasons for leaving the hustle and bustle of city life and relocating to the green hills of Carmarthenshire.
Unspoilt Scenery
Carmarthenshire can sometimes be overlooked by its popular neighbour Pembrokeshire but the county has many gems of its own; from the hiking paths through the mountains of the Bannau Brycheiniog (Brecon Beacons), to views over the glacier lake Lyn y Fan Fach, mountain biking in Brechfa forest or surfing on the sandy beaches of Pendine. Carmarthenshire is a nature lovers paradise and has something for everyone.
Quaint Villages & Towns
If putting your hiking boots on is not for you, then maybe a cup of warm tea or a glass of Welsh ale at one of the beautiful villages and towns might be.
The traditional market town of Llandeilo has a range of independent shops, such as their award winning chocolate shop 'Heavenly' and high end boutique ‘Toast’.
Llanelli is the largest town in the county and has a wide range of shops in the centre and in Trostre shopping centre, Machynys golf course & driving ranges and Millennium Coastal Path a bike trail following the coast and sand dune forest.
The quiet seaside town of Laugharne is famous for inspiring Dylan Thomas who lived in the picturesque boat house and wrote in a nearby shed. Both are still open to the public.
Carmarthen the oldest town in Wales sits on the river Towy, it is famous for its market which has been running for over 800 years. There are also many galleries, shops, golf club, an indoor climbing wall, escape rooms, bowling alley, and leisure centre with swimming pool. The Show Ground on the outskirts of the town, hosts a wide range of events throughout the year and The National Botanical Gardens are only 8 miles from town centre.
Cost of Living
Although the property prices of Wales have been on the rise generally house prices in Carmarthenshire are still considerably lower than the UK average. The average price for a house in Carmarthenshire in April 2023 is £205,971 compared with the UK average of £286,000. This means that houses offer excellent value for money with first time buyers paying only £181,100 on average.
Average Carmarthenshire property prices by type;
• Detached: £281,463 average
• Semi-detached: £181,794 average
• Terrace: £146,395
• Flats: £117,001 average
The overall cost of living in Wales is estimated at 15% less than the rest of the UK. This should leave some extra money each month for a few theatre tickets, taking the family white water rafting or sampling some of the local breweries and cider orchards.
Transport Links
Most towns in Carmarthenshire have train stations with direct trains to Swansea, Cardiff, Manchester and London. It is reassuring to be able to access other parts of Britain relatively easily.
The M4 motorway ends in Carmarthenshire providing access to the rest of the country via the M5, M6, M42 and M50. Cardiff airport is less than 2 hours drive so holidays abroad are also accessible.
You could get to London by lunchtime, but with the castles, forests and the seaside on your doorstep, you may not want to.
Culture/Lifestyle
Although Wales is part of Great Britain, it is different and distinct from its neighbours in England, Scotland and Northern Ireland. The Welsh language (Cymraeg) the most spoken Celtic language continues to flourish within Wales thanks to Welsh-medium education, a lively media industry and the enthusiasm of people living in Wales. Forty percent of Carmarthenshire speak Welsh. So, while the language is very important to our heritage, you will not be alienated for not speaking it.
Wales has its own range of national dishes including Welsh cakes which are almost a cross between a cookie, a scone, and a pancake, rarebit - hot cheese-based sauce served over slices of toasted bread, cawl -a hearty stew made of meat and vegetables and Glamorgan sausages - sausages made from cheese, leeks and breadcrumbs.
Wales is known as the 'land of song' and is famous for its harpists and male voice choirs which still operate in most towns across the country.
When the national anthem 'Hen Wlad Fy Nhadau' is sung by a few thousand people in a Welsh Rugby game, it is not hard to see how the country got its name.
Whether you’re after a more balanced pace, beautiful surroundings or just breathing room for you and your family, Carmarthenshire has something for everyone. Our towns and village have a warm sense of community and vibrant local culture.
So whether you are purchasing property for a new home or looking to invest in the buy-to-let market, property investment in Carmarthenshire is an excellent option.
If you are looking to relocate to West Wales our experts at Sure Sales and Lettings have a range of properties and advice to help make your dream a reality.
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