About Leixlip
Leixlip is a historic, well-connected town in north-east County Kildare, positioned between the River Liffey and the Dublin–Maynooth corridor. It combines established residential streets and newer housing with a strong local identity shaped by Leixlip Castle, St Catherine’s Park and its proximity to Intel’s large campus. The town is popular with commuters and families, offering primary and secondary schools locally, while Maynooth, Celbridge and west Dublin provide further education and services. Rail services from Leixlip Confey and Leixlip Louisa Bridge connect towards Dublin and Maynooth, and Dublin Bus routes serve the town and surrounding estates; the nearby M4 also provides direct road access to Dublin and the west. Main Street and the surrounding town centre have everyday shops, cafés, takeaways and pubs, with broader retail available in Celbridge, Lucan and Blanchardstown. Residents have access to riverside walks, playing fields, playgrounds and St Catherine’s Park, while Carton House and Maynooth offer additional leisure opportunities nearby. The town’s clubs, community organisations and sporting facilities contribute to a friendly, active atmosphere, although peak-time commuting can be busy.
Property Market in Leixlip
Based on 21 properties for sale in Leixlip
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What’s in Leixlip
Schools
Local primary provision includes schools serving established and newer residential communities.
Co-educational post-primary school serving Leixlip and surrounding north Kildare communities.
Visit website ↗Post-primary school near Confey serving students from Leixlip and nearby areas.
Local secondary education option associated with the town’s established school network.
Nearby university offering broad undergraduate and postgraduate study in Maynooth.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Commuter rail station providing services towards Dublin city and Maynooth.
Convenient rail stop near Intel and western Leixlip residential areas.
Map-listed local transport reference point within the Leixlip area.
Bus services connect Leixlip with Lucan, Dublin and neighbouring communities.
Nearby motorway gives direct road access towards Dublin, Maynooth and the west.
Amenities
Large riverside country park with walking routes, open space and leisure facilities.
Historic castle and notable local landmark beside the River Liffey.
Main Street area provides everyday shops, cafés, services, pubs and takeaways.
Map-listed car park serving local access and nearby amenities.
Map-listed parking facility within the Leixlip area.
Additional map-listed car park supporting visitors and local activities.
Map-listed parking area serving nearby destinations in Leixlip.
Public library providing books, digital access, study space and community services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local football club providing youth and adult soccer opportunities.
Community Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult participation.
Local community involvement focused on improving amenities and town life.
Major technology employer with a large campus at Leixlip.
Community organisation offering social connection, activities and practical projects.
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