Glan Y Coed

Development Overview

Glan Y Coed is a new build homes development by Charles Church, the premium brand of Persimmon plc, located in the semi-rural area of Llanilltern, Creigiau, County of Cardiff, CF5 6JR. The development comprises a selection of energy-efficient four and five-bedroom detached houses, marketed as 'Executive Style Detached Homes.' Current availability and pricing for the new build homes range from £499,995 to £589,995. This price bracket targets growing families and professional homebuyers seeking larger detached properties with a blend of country and city access. The Glan Y Coed site launched recently, and the marketing suite is typically open from Thursday to Monday (contact the developer for current opening hours and viewing arrangements).

Property Details

The development focuses entirely on four and five-bedroom houses, all sold with a 10-year warranty. Current available house types include the four-bedroom The Hollicombe and the four-bedroom The Hastings which includes a separate study, with prices for specific plots such as The Hastings starting from £539,995 and The Hollicombe from £589,995. A representative four-bedroom style, The Hendon, is designed with an internal layout featuring an open-plan kitchen/dining room, a separate living room, a dedicated home office, bi-fold doors leading to the rear garden, and internal access to an integral garage, reflecting a design for contemporary family living. All properties are designated as energy-efficient.

Location Benefits

Glan Y Coed offers a well-connected, semi-rural setting near the capital. Road links are highly accessible, with the development situated minutes from the M4 motorway, and Cardiff city centre reachable in approximately 30 minutes by car. The nearest major rail link is Radyr Station (approx. 2.6 miles away) which provides frequent services to Cardiff Central. The fastest train journey from Radyr to Cardiff Central takes approximately 11 to 14 minutes, with an average journey time around 15 to 21 minutes. Local bus services such as the Stagecoach South Wales routes 122 and 124, and Cardiff Bus routes 63 and 136, serve nearby stops in Capel Llanilltern and Creigiau, offering a direct bus journey to Cardiff in approximately 24 minutes from Capel Llanilltern.

Local amenities are concentrated in the nearby village of Creigiau (a 5-minute drive), which provides a local supermarket, Post Office, health services, and a bilingual primary school. For larger requirements, Cardiff’s city-sized shopping facilities and the Talbot Green Shopping Centre in Pontyclun are both within a short driving distance. The location is also practical for key workers, with the Royal Glamorgan Hospital a 15-minute drive, and the University Hospital of Wales easily accessible.

Practical Information

The properties at Glan Y Coed are available from £499,995 to £589,995. Charles Church, as a developer, has been awarded a 5-star rating by the Home Builders Federation (HBF) for customer satisfaction. Prospective buyers should be aware that the developer's parent company, Persimmon plc, has faced public criticism regarding build quality and customer service on previous developments, which is a consideration for due diligence. Available purchase schemes include Part Exchange, Deposit Boost, and Home Change, with specific plot eligibility and terms requiring direct confirmation with the Charles Church sales advisor.