About Ticknock
Ticknock is a largely rural and upland locality on Dublin’s southern fringe, lying in the foothills of the Dublin Mountains between Sandyford, Stepaside, Ballinteer and Glencullen. It is best known for Ticknock Forest and its extensive mountain-bike and walking trails, giving the area a spacious, outdoors-focused feel despite being within reach of the capital. Housing is relatively dispersed, with nearby suburban services generally concentrated in Sandyford, Dundrum, Stepaside, Ballinteer and Rathfarnham rather than in Ticknock itself. Families use schools in these neighbouring districts, while the area’s steep, winding roads and limited local public transport make a car particularly useful for everyday trips. Commuters can reach the Luas Green Line at Sandyford, Stillorgan or Balally, with Dublin Bus services available in surrounding suburbs and connecting roads leading towards the M50 and south Dublin. Shopping and day-to-day conveniences are found at Dundrum Town Centre, The Park at Carrickmines, Stepaside village and Ballinteer, with a wider choice of cafés, restaurants and pubs in Dundrum, Sandyford and Rathfarnham. Local leisure centres, golf courses, equestrian facilities and mountain trails provide plenty of recreation, while landmarks such as Ticknock Forest and the nearby Hell Fire Club add to the area’s distinctive character.
Property Market in Ticknock
Based on 1 property for sale in Ticknock
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What’s in Ticknock
Schools
Established primary school serving families in Ballinteer and surrounding south Dublin neighbourhoods.
Mixed community secondary school located close to Ticknock in Ballinteer.
Primary school in Dundrum serving local families south of Dublin city.
Independent co-educational school with boarding facilities in nearby Ballinteer.
Major university campus accessible from Ticknock via south Dublin road and bus routes.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Green Line stop providing frequent services towards central Dublin and Brides Glen.
Convenient Green Line station for residents approaching from Dundrum and Ballinteer.
Neighbouring routes connect Sandyford, Dundrum, Rathfarnham and central Dublin.
Key orbital route accessible from Sandyford and Carrickmines for wider commuting.
Mountain road linking Ticknock and Glencullen with Sandyford and surrounding suburbs.
Amenities
Popular Coillte forest with walking routes, mountain-bike trails and panoramic Dublin views.
Large shopping and leisure destination with shops, restaurants, cafés and cinema.
Retail park offering supermarkets, restaurants, homeware and everyday shopping facilities.
Nearby leisure centre providing fitness, swimming and sports facilities for local residents.
Well-known Dublin Mountains pub near Sandyford, popular for food and character.
Traditional pub in Stepaside offering drinks, food and a local meeting place.
Nearby village centre with cafés, restaurants, pubs, services and convenience shopping.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Extensive purpose-built trails attracting cyclists from across Dublin and beyond.
Nearby golf facility offering practice and golfing activities close to Sandyford.
Community football club serving children and adults across south Dublin.
Partnership supporting recreation, conservation and responsible access in the Dublin Mountains.
Major employment hub housing technology, finance and professional-services employers nearby.
Nearby Areas
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