[3] Cwmbran Development Corporation was formed in 1949 to develop the new town and building of seven new residential areas (Coed Eva, Croesyceiliog North and South, Greenmeadow, Oakfield, Pontnewydd, and St Dials) began in 1951, later followed by Llanyrafon.

[4][5] By 1962, when Gordon Redfern took over as chief architect of the corporation, the increased use of cars had to be accommodated in the layout of further housing estates, and Redfern adopted the Radburn system, used most rigidly in Fairwater (built between 1963 and 1966).

[6][7] The pilgrim route is now part of the modern long distance Cistercian Way footpath.

[6] Near the site of the chapel is Llanderfel Farm, a 16th-17th century Grade II listed building.

[9] Also nearby is Ty'r Ywen Farmhouse and barn which are both 17th century Grade II listed buildings.