Dublin Area Guides

Living in Ballymun

Explore Ballymun, a modern, rapidly evolving Northside suburb offering fantastic amenities, affordability, and exceptional city connectivity.

About Ballymun

Ballymun is a vibrant and rapidly evolving suburb located on Dublin’s Northside, conveniently positioned between Dublin City Centre, Dublin Airport and the M50 motorway. Over the past two decades, Ballymun has undergone significant regeneration, transforming into a modern residential community with a wide range of housing options, excellent local amenities and strong transport links. Popular with first-time buyers, families and investors alike, Ballymun offers affordability, convenience and easy access to many of Dublin’s key employment hubs.

The area is home to a growing selection of cafés, restaurants, shops and community facilities. Residents benefit from the nearby Gullivers Retail Park, IKEA and Charlestown Shopping Centre, while numerous local businesses and sporting organisations contribute to the strong sense of community throughout the area. The suburb also enjoys close proximity to Dublin City University, making it particularly attractive to students, staff and those seeking easy access to educational facilities.

EVERYTHING YOU NEED NEARBY

We know that a true home extends beyond your front door. That’s why our area guides give you the inside track on the local amenities that matter most to your daily life.

Schools

Primary Schools

  • Scoil an tSeachtar Laoch
  • Holy Spirit Boys National School
  • Holy Spirit Girls National School
  • Balcurris Senior National School
  • Gaelscoil Bhaile Munna

Secondary Schools

  • Trinity Comprehensive School
  • Beneavin De La Salle College
  • St. Aidan’s CBS
  • Ellenfield Community College

Third Level

  • Dublin City University is located adjacent to Ballymun and is within approximately 5 minutes’ drive of the area.
  • Technological University Dublin (Grangegorman Campus) is within approximately 20 minutes’ drive.

Transport

  • Excellent direct bus links to Dublin City Centre via the Ballymun road corridor.
  • Highly convenient access to the M50 motorway.
  • Positioned just a short drive from Dublin Airport.

Parks & Green Spaces

  • Poppintree Park
  • Albert College Park
  • Johnstown Park
  • Santry Demesne
  • Tolka Valley Park

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