Ballinalee Neighbourhood Guide
Longford
About Ballinalee
Ballinalee is a small rural village in north County Longford, positioned between Longford town, Granard, Drumlish and Edgeworthstown, with the N39 routing key. The area has a quiet, close-knit character, with scattered countryside, farmland and village services rather than an urban streetscape. Daily life is generally peaceful and car-dependent, although Longford town provides a broader range of supermarkets, secondary education, healthcare, shopping and employment within straightforward driving distance. Local schooling is centred on nearby primary provision, including St Teresa’s National School in Killoe, while families also look towards Longford, Granard and surrounding villages for further education. Road connections make commuting practical towards Longford and the wider Midlands, with bus services available on regional routes and rail access from Longford or Edgeworthstown. Ballinalee’s social life is based around local pubs, community activity and nearby GAA facilities, with restaurants, cafés and larger leisure amenities found in Longford town. The surrounding countryside offers attractive walking and cycling possibilities, while nearby landmarks and villages such as Ardagh, Granard and Drumlish add variety for residents and visitors.
Property Market in Ballinalee
Based on 6 properties for sale in Ballinalee
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ballinalee
Schools
Nearby primary school serving children from Killoe and surrounding rural communities.
Visit website ↗Long-established secondary school for boys in Longford town.
Co-educational secondary school serving Longford and surrounding areas.
Provides post-school education and vocational courses in Longford town.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route linking Ballinalee with Longford, Granard and surrounding villages.
InterCity rail station serving Dublin, Sligo and intermediate destinations.
Nearby rail station on the Dublin–Sligo line, east of Ballinalee.
Regional and national bus connections serving Longford town and wider destinations.
Community and regional services connect smaller villages with Longford and neighbouring towns.
Amenities
Nearest larger retail area, with supermarkets, independent shops, services and cafés.
Public library offering books, study space, digital services and community events.
Indoor leisure facilities including fitness, swimming and sporting activities.
Popular nearby country pub and restaurant in the wider Longford area.
Riverside public park with open space, paths and family-friendly recreation.
Regional arts venue hosting theatre, music, comedy and cultural programming.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club serving the Killoe and surrounding parish communities.
Village facility supporting local meetings, activities and community events.
Prominent Longford town club offering Gaelic football and community involvement.
Nearby Gaelic games club serving Ardagh and its surrounding rural area.
Small-scale local services providing everyday essentials and informal social meeting places.
Properties For Sale near Ballinalee
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