Mike Rees of joint marketing agents, Chesterton, said: "From our feedback, it's clear that Waterfront Barry is very popular with developers and prospective house-buyers alike who want to benefit from a cosmopolitan lifestyle at an accessible price. Although the pace of house-price growth has slowed for the first time in six months, future regeneration plans mean that there is still plenty of opportunity for property in Barry to increase in value. I am confident that this will continue to be one of the most successful sites in Wales."

For Steve Pritchard, ABP Regional Property Manager, the changes at the Waterfront have been dramatic: "Having been involved with this project from the very beginning, I know all of the planning and work that has gone towards making Waterfront Barry such a success. Most importantly, a new and thriving community has been created as an integral part of Barry as a whole. An already healthy interest from developers is increasing further too - a sure sign that the huge potential of Waterfront Barry as an area for prime development and economic growth, is recognised."

Waterfront Barry has established itself as a key part of the community by hosting events like the Ty Hafan charity run and celebrations like the RNLI Centenary and this wonderful annual Weekender.

The Waterfront provides a spectacular setting for quayside events such as Tall Ship visits and sailing regattas and there are plans to continue water-orientated activities in the future.

Welsh Development Agency's Geraint Bowden, Project Manager for the Scheme added: "Waterfront Barry is an excellent example of a public/private partnership and is transforming 190 acres of derelict land next to Barry town centre into a vibrant mixed-use community. The project is a key element of a programme of regeneration which is turning Barry into a flourishing location in which to invest, live and work, and is certainly an attractive alternative to Cardiff."

And Leader of the Vale of Glamorgan Council Cll Jeffrey James is pleased: "We are delighted at the tremendous progress that has been made in the Waterfront Barry area in partnership with the Vale of Glamorgan Council, ABP and the WDA. ABP and the WDA are working extremely hard to ensure the development is of the highest standard and also meets our objectives for regeneration."

He added: "We are very proud of Barry and would encourage anyone to come and visit this attractive coastal area which offers a high quality environment and lifestyle."

For further information about Waterfront Barry, please contact: Byron Lewis, ABP Estates Surveyor, on 029 2083 5042 or visit the website: www.waterfrontbarry.com