Ongar Neighbourhood Guide
Dublin
About Ongar
Ongar is a modern, family-oriented residential suburb in west Dublin, within the D15 area and close to Clonsilla, Lucan, Leixlip and Dunboyne. The neighbourhood is centred on newer housing estates and the Ongar Village shopping area, giving it a practical, community-focused feel rather than a traditional village character. Residents have access to local primary and secondary schools, childcare and nearby specialist education facilities such as Castleknock School of Music. Commuters can use nearby railway stations at Clonsilla and Hansfield, while Dublin Bus services connect the area with Blanchardstown, the city and surrounding suburbs; the M50, N3 and M3 are also readily accessible by car. Ongar Village provides supermarkets, cafés, takeaways, restaurants, pharmacies and everyday services, with additional retail and leisure choice at Blanchardstown Centre. Local parks, playgrounds, GAA and football facilities support an active family lifestyle, while nearby bars and restaurants in Ongar, Clonsilla and Blanchardstown provide relaxed evening options. The area is also close to significant green spaces and heritage attractions, including the Royal Canal corridor and Luttrellstown Castle, although many residents rely on neighbouring centres for a wider choice of entertainment and shopping.
Property Market in Ongar
Based on 23 properties for sale in Ongar
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ongar
Schools
Provides music tuition and lessons for children, young people and adult learners nearby.
Visit website ↗Educate Together primary school serving families in the wider Ongar and Clonee area.
Visit website ↗Mixed secondary school serving the expanding communities around Ongar and Hansfield.
Visit website ↗Local primary education option serving children from Ongar and neighbouring residential estates.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Dublin–Maynooth commuter rail station with services towards Dublin city and Maynooth.
Nearby Western Commuter line station serving Ongar, Hansfield and surrounding developments.
Local services connect Ongar with Blanchardstown, Clonsilla and Dublin city destinations.
Strategic western routes provide access towards Dublin, Meath and the national motorway network.
Orbital motorway accessible from the N3, linking west Dublin with the wider region.
Amenities
Neighbourhood centre with supermarkets, cafés, takeaways, restaurants and essential everyday services.
Major regional shopping centre with extensive retail, dining, services and entertainment options.
Established local pub in nearby Blanchardstown offering drinks, food and televised sport.
Local open space with paths and play areas supporting everyday recreation and family activities.
Nearby walking and cycling routes offering attractive green-space connections around west Dublin.
Multiplex cinema at Blanchardstown Centre showing current mainstream and family releases.
Large sports and swimming facility at the National Sports Campus, a short drive away.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local venue supporting activities, classes, meetings and community events for residents.
Community football club providing youth and adult teams around the Ongar area.
Established Gaelic games club offering hurling, camogie and football programmes nearby.
Large local GAA club with extensive teams and facilities serving west Dublin families.
Wide range of national retailers, restaurants, services and professional businesses nearby.
Properties For Sale near Ongar
Nearby Areas
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