About Loughlinstown
Loughlinstown is a mainly residential locality in south County Dublin, positioned between Cabinteely, Ballybrack and Shankill, with Killiney and Dalkey nearby and Bray readily accessible to the south. It has a practical suburban character, combining established housing estates with green spaces and convenient access to the N11 and M50. Everyday shopping is centred on Loughlinstown Shopping Centre, while larger retail and services are available in nearby Cabinteely, Cherrywood and Bray. The area is well placed for families, with local childcare and primary-school provision nearby and a wider choice of schools in south Dublin and north Wicklow. Public transport is provided by Dublin Bus services and nearby DART stations, particularly Shankill and Bray, with Station House serving as a useful local transport reference point. Residents can reach the coast, Killiney Hill, Shankill’s village amenities and the parks around Cabinteely within a short drive or bus journey. Local dining and pub options are more concentrated in neighbouring Cabinteely, Shankill, Ballybrack and Dalkey than in Loughlinstown itself, while Cherrywood adds cafés, restaurants and modern business amenities. Vale Park and nearby community facilities provide space for outdoor recreation, and the locality’s position makes it attractive to commuters seeking a quieter base close to Dublin city and the coastal suburbs.
What’s in Loughlinstown
Schools
Established childcare and preschool provision serving families in Loughlinstown and surrounding south Dublin.
Visit website ↗Local primary school serving the Loughlinstown area with mainstream national-school education.
Nearby primary school located north of Shankill in a semi-rural setting.
Voluntary secondary school for boys, offering education close to Loughlinstown.
Nearby secondary school providing post-primary education in south Dublin.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Local transport landmark near Loughlinstown, with bus connections and nearby road access.
Major southbound and northbound corridor linking Loughlinstown with Dublin city and Wicklow.
Strategic orbital route connecting south Dublin with the wider metropolitan road network.
Nearby DART station providing coastal rail services towards Dublin and Bray.
Southbound DART terminus with frequent services and connections towards Dublin city.
Amenities
Convenient local centre for everyday retail, services and neighbourhood shopping.
Local green space offering residents an accessible area for walking and outdoor recreation.
Local childcare facility supporting preschool and early-years needs for nearby families.
Visit website ↗Large historic park with woodland walks, open lawns, playgrounds and family recreation.
Nearby community leisure facility supporting swimming, fitness and indoor sporting activities.
Modern nearby destination with shops, cafés, restaurants and services for local residents.
Popular coastal hillside park with woodland trails and broad views across Dublin Bay.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local venue supporting community activities, events and recreational programmes.
Neighbouring Gaelic games club offering sporting activities and community participation.
Established local football club serving young players and adult teams.
Convenient cluster of local retailers and services supporting daily neighbourhood needs.
Major nearby employment hub with offices, services, cafés and modern commercial facilities.
Nearby Areas
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