Northern Cross Neighbourhood Guide
Dublin
About Northern Cross
Northern Cross is a modern mixed-use district in north Dublin, centred on the Malahide Road and close to Clarehall, Belmayne, Balgriffin and Darndale. It combines apartment developments, family housing, offices and the nearby Northern Cross retail area, giving it a practical, suburban feel rather than the character of an older village. Residents are well placed for Dublin Airport, the M50 and the city, with frequent bus services along the Malahide Road and nearby routes through Clarehall and Baldoyle. Local shopping is focused on Clarehall Shopping Centre and Northern Cross, where residents find supermarkets, everyday services, cafés and casual dining. There are several restaurants and takeaways in the surrounding retail parks, while a wider choice of pubs and restaurants is available in nearby Donaghmede, Baldoyle, Portmarnock and Malahide. Families have access to schools in Belmayne, Darndale, Clarehall and Donaghmede, alongside parks, playgrounds and community facilities across the wider north Dublin area. Leisure options include nearby sports clubs, Dublin City Council facilities and easy access to coastal walks around Baldoyle, Portmarnock and Malahide. The area is especially convenient for commuters and airport workers, although it is more car-oriented and less traditionally village-like than established coastal suburbs.
Property Market in Northern Cross
Based on 8 properties for sale in Northern Cross
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Northern Cross
Schools
Primary school serving the growing Belmayne and northern Dublin residential communities.
Mixed post-primary school serving students from Belmayne and surrounding north Dublin areas.
Nearby community hub with local education, family and support services.
Established girls’ secondary school serving Baldoyle and nearby coastal suburbs.
Mixed secondary school accessible from Northern Cross by north Dublin bus routes.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent Dublin Bus services connect Northern Cross with the city and coastal suburbs.
Conveniently located airport with national and international flights, reachable by road and bus.
Nearby orbital motorway provides access towards north, west and south Dublin.
Fast tolled route linking the area with Dublin Port and the city centre.
Nearby DART station providing rail services southwards through Dublin and north towards Drogheda.
Amenities
Local shopping centre with supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and everyday retail services.
Visit website ↗Mixed commercial district offering convenience retail, food outlets and professional services.
Community leisure facility serving local residents with fitness and recreational amenities.
Large landscaped park near Donaghmede with walking routes, play areas and sports facilities.
Local public library providing books, study space, events and community services.
Convenient cluster of casual dining, coffee and takeaway options near Northern Cross.
Extensive Raheny park with gardens, sports grounds, woodland and recreational walking routes.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Collection of supermarkets, independent services, cafés and practical neighbourhood retailers.
Nearby facilities supporting local football, youth activity and community recreation.
Neighbourhood venue hosting local activities, classes, meetings and family-focused services.
Established local football club serving children, teenagers and adult players.
Everyday dining and takeaway businesses serving Northern Cross, Clarehall and Belmayne residents.
Properties For Sale near Northern Cross
Nearby Areas
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