David Wilson Homes at Afon Las @ Plasdŵr, Cardiff

Development Overview

David Wilson Homes at Afon Las @ Plasdŵr is a new build development situated within the 900-acre Plasdŵr 'garden city' masterplan in north-west Cardiff, located off Llantrisant Road, CF5 6FP. The scheme offers a collection of 3, 4, and 5-bedroom homes, designed to an 'A' or 'B' EPC rating for energy efficiency. The developer, David Wilson Homes, is a five-star builder, having maintained the maximum rating in the Home Builders Federation's (HBF) National New Home Customer Satisfaction Survey every year since 2010.

Currently available properties, as of the latest listings, show prices ranging from approximately £378,000 for a three-bedroom semi-detached 'Archford' or 'Maidstone' style, to prices up to £640,000 for a four-bedroom 'Holden' detached house.

Property Details

The development features a variety of house types, including semi-detached, end-terrace, and detached homes, with some designs incorporating three-storey living for flexible use. Standard specifications include energy-efficient features such as highly-efficient insulation, Photovoltaic solar panels, and an Electric Vehicle (EV) charging point for all properties, contributing to potential annual savings of up to £979 on running costs compared to an older home.

Specific three-bedroom house types, such as the three-storey 'Cannington' (from £443,000), include an open-plan kitchen with a glass bay and French doors leading to the garden, a dedicated study, an en suite main bedroom, and two side-by-side parking spaces. Larger four-bedroom homes, such as the 'Avondale' (from £634,000), may include features like a home office and four double bedrooms. Interested buyers should contact the developer directly to confirm the exact specification and floorplan for specific plots.

Location Benefits

Afon Las @ Plasdŵr offers immediate access to the surrounding natural environment, including Creigiau Golf Club located directly behind the development, and the nearby Garth mountain for recreational walking. The new Plasdŵr community is planned to feature 4.02 acres of public open space, a community play area, and dedicated wildlife corridors, including 980m of 'hedgehog highways'.

Commuters benefit from a short drive of approximately 20 minutes to Cardiff City Centre. The development provides excellent road links to the M4 motorway via Junction 34 (Miskin Interchange). For rail travel, Radyr Train Station is the closest hub, situated approximately 0.9 miles away, equating to an estimated 8-minute drive or 25-minute walk. Other stations nearby include Danescourt and Llandaf (both under 2 miles). The Plasdŵr masterplan includes the phased introduction of new and extended bus services designed to provide express connections to the city centre and local railway stations.

Local amenities are available in the established, affluent neighbouring village of Radyr, which offers a medical centre, pharmacy, dentists, and local shops. Education is catered for with Ysgol Gynradd Groes-wen Primary School already built as part of the Plasdŵr development, and the well-regarded Radyr Comprehensive School also close by. The future Plasdŵr Centre will eventually provide a major district hub with shops, cafes, bars, and healthcare facilities.

Practical Information

The current phase offers 3, 4, and 5-bedroom houses with starting prices from £378,000. The developer is currently offering various tailored purchase schemes and incentives on selected plots, including Part Exchange, Movemaker, Deposit Boost, and contributions towards upgraded kitchens or deposits. Due to the ongoing nature of the development, prospective purchasers are strongly advised to contact the David Wilson Homes sales office at Afon Las @ Plasdŵr to obtain current availability, plot-specific pricing, and information on completion timelines and viewing arrangements.