Ballycullen Neighbourhood Guide
Dublin
About Ballycullen
Ballycullen is a modern, largely residential suburb in south-west Dublin, in the D24 area between Firhouse and Knocklyon, with the Dublin Mountains providing a scenic backdrop. The neighbourhood is characterised by family housing estates, apartment developments and convenient everyday services, while open countryside and upland walking routes are close by. Families are well served by nearby primary and secondary schools, including schools in Ballycullen itself and neighbouring Firhouse, Templeogue and Tallaght. Commuters generally rely on Dublin Bus services and the nearby M50, with routes linking towards the city centre, Tallaght and other south Dublin suburbs; rail and Luas services are available a short drive or bus journey away. Local shopping is centred on Ballycullen Shopping Centre and nearby retail parks, with supermarkets, pharmacies, cafés and other practical services. Pubs and restaurants in the wider Ballycullen, Firhouse and Knocklyon area provide casual dining and social options, while Tallaght offers a broader choice of shops, restaurants, cinema and leisure facilities. Residents also have access to parks, playgrounds, sports clubs and community facilities, with the Dublin Mountains, Tymon Park and the Dodder valley within easy reach.
Property Market in Ballycullen
Based on 26 properties for sale in Ballycullen
Property types
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What’s in Ballycullen
Schools
A mixed post-primary school serving Ballycullen and surrounding south-west Dublin communities.
A mixed community secondary school serving families across the wider south-west Dublin area.
An equality-based primary school offering Educate Together education in neighbouring Firhouse.
A local primary school serving children from Knocklyon and nearby residential neighbourhoods.
A co-educational post-primary school serving Firhouse and surrounding suburbs.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Local bus services connect Ballycullen and surrounding estates with Tallaght and the city.
Services from nearby Knocklyon and Templeogue provide routes towards central Dublin.
The M50 is readily accessible for commuting across Dublin and connecting to national routes.
The Red Line terminus provides access to central Dublin and intermediate south-west stops.
The nearby station offers Luas connections rather than conventional mainline rail services.
Amenities
Convenient local centre with supermarket, pharmacy, cafés and everyday retail services.
Neighbourhood supermarket providing groceries, household essentials and daily convenience shopping.
Popular nearby pub and gastropub offering food, drinks and televised sporting events.
Established Templeogue venue known for Irish music, food and evening entertainment.
Large municipal leisure facility with swimming, fitness and community sports amenities.
Multiplex cinema at The Square Tallaght, showing mainstream and major-release films.
Extensive public park with walking routes, playing fields, playgrounds and ponds nearby.
Major acute hospital providing emergency, outpatient and specialist healthcare services locally.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Prominent GAA club offering Gaelic games and community activities near Ballycullen.
Local GAA club with teams and facilities serving communities around Firhouse and Tallaght.
Community football club providing youth and adult teams in neighbouring Knocklyon.
Local venue supporting classes, meetings, activities and neighbourhood community events.
Major nearby shopping and services destination with retailers, restaurants and entertainment.
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