Ashtown Neighbourhood Guide
Dublin
About Ashtown
Ashtown is a well-connected residential locality in north-west Dublin, within Dublin 15 and close to Cabra, the Navan Road, Finglas and Abbotstown. The area combines established housing with newer apartment and family-home developments, giving it a practical, suburban character and a strong connection to nearby urban amenities. Families have access to local and neighbouring schools, including Rosary School for the Deaf and Saint Mary’s School for Deaf Girls, while further primary and secondary options are available around Cabra, the Navan Road and Blanchardstown. Ashtown railway station provides a direct commuter rail option towards Dublin city centre and Maynooth, while Dublin Bus services on the Navan Road and nearby routes support everyday commuting; the M50 and N3 are also readily accessible by car. Crescent Park provides a useful green space for walking and informal recreation, and Cabra Parkside Community Sports Centre adds organised sporting and community facilities nearby. Local shopping is centred on convenience stores and services around Ashtown and neighbouring Cabra, with larger retail provision available at nearby Blanchardstown Centre. For evenings out, residents generally use the pubs, cafés and restaurants along the Navan Road, in Cabra and around Castleknock, while Phoenix Park is close by for extensive walks, cycling and outdoor leisure. Abbotstown’s National Sports Campus is another major nearby landmark, contributing to the area’s appeal for active households and sports enthusiasts.
Property Market in Ashtown
Based on 40 properties for sale in Ashtown
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ashtown
Schools
Specialist school providing education and support for deaf and hard-of-hearing pupils.
Specialist educational setting supporting deaf and hard-of-hearing girls in Dublin.
Co-educational post-primary school serving families in Cabra and surrounding north-west Dublin areas.
Established girls’ secondary school located a short distance east of Ashtown.
Specialist school serving pupils with additional educational needs in the local area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Commuter rail station serving Dublin city centre, Maynooth and intermediate western suburbs.
Frequent bus corridor linking Ashtown with the city centre and western suburbs.
Nearby Luas Green Line stop providing access towards central Dublin and south Dublin.
Strategic orbital route connecting Dublin 15 with the wider metropolitan road network.
Important radial route towards Dublin city centre, Blanchardstown and County Meath.
Amenities
Neighbourhood green space suitable for walks, children’s play and informal outdoor recreation.
Community facility offering sports, recreation and organised activities near Ashtown.
Visit website ↗Large historic park nearby with woodland walks, playing fields and visitor attractions.
Major national training and sporting complex with facilities for elite and community use.
Large nearby shopping centre with major retailers, restaurants, services and cinema facilities.
Convenient parade of shops, cafés, takeaways and everyday services serving nearby residents.
Major public hospital providing emergency, outpatient and specialist healthcare services locally.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local venue for sports programmes, fitness activities and community events.
Visit website ↗Home to national sporting organisations, training venues and a broad active-lifestyle community.
Numerous running, cycling, football and recreational groups use nearby Phoenix Park.
Neighbouring local businesses provide casual dining, coffee, takeaway and everyday hospitality.
Established nearby commercial area offering pubs, independent shops and practical services.
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