About Ashbourne
Ashbourne is a substantial, modern town in County Meath, around 20 kilometres north-west of Dublin and close to the N2 corridor. It has a predominantly residential character, with established estates, newer housing, schools and a busy town centre serving both Ashbourne and surrounding rural communities such as Ratoath, Garristown and Oldtown. Everyday life is convenient, with supermarkets, independent shops and services concentrated around the town centre and Garden City Shopping Centre. There is a good choice of cafés, takeaways, restaurants and traditional pubs, while leisure facilities include gyms, sports clubs, playgrounds and nearby countryside for walking and outdoor activities. Families are well served by local primary and secondary schools, including Ashbourne Community School, with further education options available within commuting distance. Dublin commuting is mainly road-based via the N2, with frequent bus services linking the town to Dublin city and the airport area; Ashbourne does not have its own railway station. The town also has a strong community and sporting life, with Gaelic games, football, athletics and other clubs contributing to its family-oriented feel.
Property Market in Ashbourne
Based on 40 properties for sale in Ashbourne
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What’s in Ashbourne
Schools
Large co-educational post-primary school serving Ashbourne and surrounding north County Meath communities.
Multi-denominational primary school providing an inclusive education for local families.
Visit website ↗Local primary school serving children from Ashbourne and nearby residential areas.
Established local primary school located close to Ashbourne town centre.
Co-educational post-primary option available in nearby Ratoath, south-west of Ashbourne.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road corridor linking Ashbourne with Dublin, Slane and north County Meath.
Regular service connecting Ashbourne with Dublin city, the airport and Swords.
Regional services provide additional connections towards Dublin and surrounding Meath towns.
Accessible via the N2, supporting journeys around Dublin and to wider national routes.
Nearby international airport reached conveniently by road and selected bus services.
Amenities
Local shopping centre with retail, food and everyday services for Ashbourne residents.
Compact commercial centre containing supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, banks and independent businesses.
Public library offering books, study facilities, events and community information services.
Fitness and leisure facility with gym, exercise classes and aquatic amenities.
Venue supporting local activities, classes, meetings and community events.
Out-of-town retail area providing larger stores and practical household shopping options.
Town-centre dining area with cafés, takeaways, restaurants and casual evening options.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Prominent local Gaelic games club with teams and activities for different age groups.
Community rugby club offering playing and social opportunities across youth and adult sections.
Local association football club serving children, teenagers and adult players.
Athletics club providing training and competition for juniors and senior members.
Member-owned local financial service with branches and community-focused support.
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