About Newtownmountkennedy
Newtownmountkennedy is a small, established town in east County Wicklow, set between the coast and the Wicklow Mountains and conveniently close to Greystones and Wicklow town. It has a mainly residential, family-oriented character, with newer housing estates alongside the older village centre and surrounding countryside. Local day-to-day life is practical rather than urban, with schools, shops, cafés, pubs and community facilities concentrated around the town centre. Families are served by local primary and secondary education, while further schooling and larger retail choices are available in Greystones, Bray and Wicklow. Commuters generally use the N11/M11 corridor, with bus services linking the town to Dublin, Wicklow and surrounding villages; rail services are available from nearby Kilcoole, Greystones and Wicklow stations rather than within Newtownmountkennedy itself. The town has familiar local amenities including supermarkets, pharmacies, takeaways, cafés, pubs and sports facilities, while nearby beaches, forest walks and Powerscourt provide strong outdoor options. Newtownmountkennedy also benefits from its proximity to Druids Glen Resort and the scenic coastal communities of Kilcoole and Newcastle. The atmosphere is quieter and more spacious than Bray or Dublin, although a car is useful for commuting, rail connections and accessing a wider range of services.
Property Market in Newtownmountkennedy
Based on 14 properties for sale in Newtownmountkennedy
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What’s in Newtownmountkennedy
Schools
Local primary education serving families in and around Newtownmountkennedy.
Established national school providing primary education within the town.
Nearby post-primary school serving students from Newtownmountkennedy and surrounding villages.
Co-educational secondary school accessible by road from the town.
Modern post-primary option serving the wider north Wicklow area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main Dublin–Wexford corridor providing fast regional and commuting access.
Scheduled services connect Newtownmountkennedy with Dublin, Wicklow and neighbouring towns.
Nearby DART commuter station offering northbound and southbound coastal rail connections.
Major nearby DART terminus with services towards Bray and Dublin.
Southbound coastal rail station serving Wicklow town and Dublin routes.
Amenities
Convenient centre with everyday shops, services, takeaways and local businesses.
Discount supermarket providing regular groceries and household essentials locally.
Traditional local pub and food venue serving the town and surrounding community.
Nearby resort with golf, dining, hotel facilities and extensive landscaped grounds.
Venue for local activities, classes, meetings and community events.
Local Gaelic games facilities supporting club training, matches and community sport.
Nearby hotel leisure facilities including fitness and recreational amenities.
Accessible countryside, forest and coastal walking options surround the town.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club with teams and activities for different age groups.
Community soccer club providing youth and adult football opportunities.
Hosts local classes, clubs and social activities throughout the year.
Recognised golf and hospitality destination just outside Newtownmountkennedy.
Independent retailers, cafés, services and hospitality businesses support everyday local life.
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