About Ballycullen
Ballycullen is a modern, largely residential suburb on Dublin’s south-western edge, in the foothills of the Dublin Mountains and close to Firhouse, Knocklyon and Tallaght. The area is characterised by family housing estates, open green spaces and relatively new community facilities, with views towards the mountains in some locations. Families are served by local primary schools and nearby secondary options, while Tallaght and Templeogue provide a wider range of education, shopping and services. Bus routes connect Ballycullen with Tallaght, the city centre and other south Dublin suburbs, although many residents rely on cars for commuting; the M50 is accessible via nearby junctions. Local retail is concentrated around Ballycullen stores and nearby shopping centres, with supermarkets, cafés, takeaways and everyday services available close to home. For a broader choice of restaurants, pubs and evening venues, residents commonly travel to Firhouse, Templeogue, Rathfarnham or Tallaght. Green areas and the Dublin Mountains offer walking, sports and outdoor recreation, while nearby clubs and community organisations provide football, Gaelic games and other activities.
Property Market in Ballycullen
Based on 20 properties for sale in Ballycullen
Property types
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What’s in Ballycullen
Schools
A local post-primary school serving Ballycullen and surrounding south-west Dublin communities.
A primary school in nearby Harolds Grange serving local families and surrounding neighbourhoods.
An equality-based primary school serving children from Firhouse, Ballycullen and nearby areas.
A nearby community college providing post-primary education for the Firhouse area.
A large co-educational secondary school in Knocklyon, within convenient reach of Ballycullen.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Local services connect Ballycullen with Tallaght, Templeogue and wider south Dublin destinations.
A frequent orbital route links nearby Stocking Avenue with Rathmines, the city and south-east suburbs.
The Red Line terminus provides rail access to central Dublin and northside destinations.
Nearby junctions provide road connections north, south and across the Dublin region.
The adjacent Luas interchange and town-centre transport hub support longer local journeys.
Amenities
A neighbourhood retail centre with convenience shopping, cafés and everyday local services.
A nearby retail area providing supermarkets, cafés, takeaways and practical household services.
A well-known traditional pub and Irish music venue near Rathfarnham and the mountains.
A convenient supermarket serving Firhouse, Ballycullen and surrounding residential estates.
A substantial riverside park offering walking routes, open space and sports facilities nearby.
Local open green space used for informal recreation, walks and children’s play.
A nearby municipal facility with swimming, fitness and indoor sports provision.
The major south-west Dublin hospital provides emergency, outpatient and specialist medical services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
A major local Gaelic games club with extensive juvenile and adult participation.
A nearby Dublin GAA club offering Gaelic football, hurling and community activities.
A local football club providing youth and adult soccer programmes in south Dublin.
A nearby community hub supporting local activities, classes and recreational programmes.
A popular nearby pub and dining venue serving residents around Ballycullen and Knocklyon.
Properties For Sale near Ballycullen
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