Cork Road Neighbourhood Guide
Waterford
About Cork Road
Cork Road is a well-established, mainly residential area on Waterford’s southern side, extending along the principal route between Waterford city and the wider suburban communities towards Carriganore and the south coast. It has an established, practical feel, with a mixture of older housing, newer estates, local services and convenient access to the city centre. Families are well served by nearby primary and secondary schools, while Waterford city provides further education at SETU campuses and other institutions. Bus services operate along and around Cork Road, and the area is also convenient for motorists using the R680 and the wider city road network; central Waterford is generally accessible for work, shopping and services. Everyday retail is concentrated around Waterford Shopping Centre Lisduggan and nearby supermarkets, including Tesco and SuperValu, with pharmacies and other local businesses close at hand. Residents can reach city-centre cafés, restaurants and pubs relatively easily, while neighbourhood options such as T-Junction provide a convenient local stop. Green space, sports facilities and community amenities are available in the surrounding southern suburbs, with the Waterford Greenway and the city’s riverside areas also within a practical drive. Its combination of established community infrastructure, shopping and transport access makes Cork Road a convenient base for commuters and families.
Property Market in Cork Road
Based on 12 properties for sale in Cork Road
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Cork Road
Schools
Established primary school serving families in Waterford city and surrounding southern neighbourhoods.
Visit website ↗Co-educational secondary school located near the city’s southern side.
Long-established secondary school serving boys in Waterford city.
Major regional higher-education campus with courses, facilities and student services.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Local and city bus routes connect Cork Road with Waterford centre and nearby suburbs.
Central city interchange provides onward connections across Waterford and the southeast.
Principal southern approach route linking the area with Waterford city and surrounding districts.
Plunkett Station offers rail services towards Dublin, Kilkenny and other destinations.
Amenities
Convenient local shopping centre with everyday retail and services near Cork Road.
Supermarket provision for weekly groceries and household shopping in the surrounding area.
Visit website ↗Neighbourhood supermarket offering groceries, convenience shopping and everyday essentials.
Visit website ↗Local pharmacy providing prescriptions, health advice and everyday medical products.
Established pharmacy serving nearby residents with prescriptions and healthcare services.
Visit website ↗Convenient local food and refreshment stop serving residents and passing traffic.
Visit website ↗Central Waterford park offering open space, mature planting and recreational areas.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Globally recognised Waterford brand and visitor attraction associated with the city.
Local Gaelic games clubs provide underage and adult participation across the southern suburbs.
Established rugby club offering playing and social opportunities for different age groups.
Large sports facility supporting fitness, training, events and community activity.
Visit website ↗Properties For Sale near Cork Road
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