Oilgate Neighbourhood Guide
Wexford
About Oilgate
Oilgate is a small rural village in County Wexford, positioned along the N11 corridor north of Wexford town and close to the River Slaney. It has a quiet, close-knit character, with scattered homes, farmland and village services rather than a dense urban centre. Wexford town is the main destination for larger-scale shopping, employment, healthcare and entertainment, while Enniscorthy is also within practical driving distance. Local day-to-day facilities are centred on the village and nearby settlements, including convenience shopping, petrol services and traditional pubs, with a wider choice of cafés and restaurants available in Wexford and Enniscorthy. Families generally use nearby primary schools in Oilgate and surrounding villages, with secondary education and further services concentrated in Wexford town. The N11 provides a direct road connection towards Wexford, Enniscorthy and Dublin, although a car is usually important for commuting and errands. Bus services operate along the main road, while rail connections are available from Wexford O’Hanrahan and Enniscorthy stations. The surrounding countryside offers attractive walking and cycling opportunities, and the Slaney valley, local GAA activity and proximity to Wexford’s beaches provide additional leisure options.
Property Market in Oilgate
Based on 5 properties for sale in Oilgate
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Oilgate
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Oilgate and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary school serving families in Crossabeg and the surrounding parish.
Village primary school serving Ballymurn and nearby countryside.
Several secondary schools in Wexford provide broader subject and extracurricular choices.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road connections link Oilgate with Wexford, Enniscorthy and Dublin.
Regional buses operate along routes connecting the area with Wexford and Enniscorthy.
Mainline station offering rail services northwards and southwards from Wexford town.
Nearby station providing Dublin-bound and south-east rail connections.
Amenities
Convenience shopping and everyday services are available within and around the village.
Traditional pubs provide informal meeting places for residents and the surrounding community.
Wexford offers supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and larger retail outlets.
Regional hospital providing emergency, inpatient and specialist healthcare services.
Established green space suitable for walks, recreation and family outings.
Cultural venues hosting exhibitions, performances, music and community events.
Nearby parishes provide pitches, halls and activities supporting village social life.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games and community activity centred on parish sporting facilities.
Nearby GAA club offering Gaelic games and social involvement for local families.
The surrounding countryside supports equestrian, agricultural and other small rural enterprises.
Nearby town provides professional services, cafés, retailers and everyday commercial amenities.
Properties For Sale near Oilgate
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