Whitehall Neighbourhood Guide

Roscommon

About Whitehall

Whitehall is a small rural locality in County Roscommon, in the N41 routing area, set among the lakes, farmland and villages of south-western north Roscommon. It is close to Newtownforbes, Dromod, Kilglass, Kilmore, Scramoge, Tarmonbarry, Clondra and Clooneen, so day-to-day life is generally peaceful and community-oriented rather than urban. Local residents typically rely on nearby villages and towns for schools, larger shops, healthcare and a wider choice of services. Primary-school provision is available in surrounding settlements, while secondary education and broader retail services are most commonly accessed in Longford, Carrick-on-Shannon or nearby towns, depending on the household’s preferred route. Road transport is the main option, with the N4 providing access towards Longford and Carrick-on-Shannon; Dromod railway station is the nearest significant rail connection for Dublin–Sligo services. Shopping and everyday errands can be handled in Newtownforbes, Dromod, Lanesborough or Longford, with pubs and casual dining centred on the surrounding villages rather than Whitehall itself. The area suits people looking for a countryside home within reach of the Shannon and its lakes, canal-side recreation, local GAA activity and the heritage attractions of Clondra and Tarmonbarry.

Property Market in Whitehall

Based on 5 properties for sale in Whitehall

€349,000
Median asking price
avg €301,800
€200k – €375k
Price range
4
Avg bedrooms
3
Avg bathrooms
177 m²
Avg floor area
B3
Most common BER
3
New listings
last 3 months

Property types

2 (40%)
1 (20%)
1 (20%)
Other1 (20%)

Bedrooms

3 bed1 (25%)
4 bed3 (75%)

New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.

What’s in Whitehall

Schools

primary

Local primary-school option serving families in and around Newtownforbes.

primary

Primary school serving Dromod and surrounding rural communities.

secondary

Secondary school option in Carrick-on-Shannon, serving the wider locality.

secondary

Longford secondary school offering a broad range of post-primary subjects.

road

Key route linking the area with Longford, Carrick-on-Shannon and wider destinations.

rail

Mainline station with Dublin–Sligo services and connections for regional commuting.

bus

Regional bus options available from nearby settlements rather than rural Whitehall itself.

road

Connect Whitehall with Newtownforbes, Kilglass, Dromod and surrounding villages.

Amenities

shopping

Nearby village with everyday services, food outlets, pubs and access to the railway station.

shopping

Convenient local shops, community facilities and hospitality serving surrounding rural residents.

pub

Well-known village pub and restaurant close to Dromod railway station.

pub

Traditional local bar providing drinks and a sociable community setting.

park

Landscaped estate and heritage attraction near Mohill, popular for walks and events.

leisure

Canal and river setting suited to walking, boating, fishing and waterside outings.

shopping

Nearest larger retail and service centre, with supermarkets, healthcare and varied amenities.

Local Clubs & Businesses

sports club

Community Gaelic games club serving Newtownforbes and neighbouring rural areas.

sports club

Local soccer club providing juvenile and adult football opportunities in Dromod.

sports club

GAA club representing the Kilglass area and surrounding communities.

community group

Local venue for community activities, events and social gatherings.

community group

Community organisation supporting local initiatives and the village’s social development.

Nearby Areas

About this guide: This neighbourhood guide includes content generated with the assistance of artificial intelligence and images sourced from third-party platforms including Wikipedia. While we aim for accuracy, details such as local amenities, transport links, schools, and property data may change or contain errors. This content is provided for general informational purposes only and should not be relied upon as a substitute for independent verification. MyHome.ie accepts no liability for inaccuracies, omissions, or decisions made in reliance on this content.