About Ballintemple
Ballintemple is a well-established southside Cork neighbourhood, situated between the city centre, Ballinlough and Turners Cross, with the River Lee and Marina area nearby. It is primarily residential, combining mature streets of houses with apartments and convenient access to the city’s inner suburbs. Families are well served by nearby primary and secondary schools, while University College Cork and other city-centre education facilities are readily accessible. Commuters can use frequent city bus services and the nearby Kent Station, with the South City Link Road and N40 providing useful connections by car. Local shopping is centred on nearby Ballinlough, Turners Cross and the city’s larger retail areas, with supermarkets, independent shops and everyday services close at hand. Residents have a good choice of pubs, cafés and restaurants around the South Douglas Road, Turners Cross and city centre, while Páirc Uí Chaoimh and the Marina Walk provide prominent leisure destinations. The area also benefits from nearby parks, sports clubs and community facilities, giving it a practical, active and well-connected character.
Property Market in Ballintemple
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What’s in Ballintemple
Schools
Established primary school serving boys in the nearby Ballinlough area.
Girls' primary school located close to Ballintemple and Ballinlough.
Well-known girls' secondary school on the South Douglas Road.
Multi-denominational primary school serving families across Cork city.
Major university campus within straightforward reach across the city.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Routes through Ballintemple and nearby southside corridors connect with central Cork.
Cork's main railway station offers intercity and commuter rail services.
Important inner-city route linking Ballintemple with central and southern suburbs.
Key orbital road providing access towards Cork Airport and regional routes.
Nearby routes connect the neighbourhood with the city centre and Marina.
Amenities
Major GAA stadium and event venue beside the Marina and River Lee.
Large riverside park with walking routes, open space and family facilities.
Nearby southside shopping and service areas provide everyday convenience.
Neighbouring district offers local retail, cafés, takeaways and practical services.
Popular nearby pub and restaurant on the Ballinlough Road.
Large leisure centre with fitness, swimming and sports facilities nearby.
Central library provision is readily accessible from Ballintemple by bus or foot.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Historic rugby club based at Temple Hill, close to Ballintemple.
Prominent local GAA club with strong community links in nearby Blackrock.
Successful Cork GAA club based close to Turners Cross.
Hosts major GAA matches, concerts and community events throughout the year.
Local organisation supporting activities and community life in the neighbouring district.
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