About Ballinagh
Ballinagh is a small village in County Cavan, positioned on the N55 between Cavan town and the north-western parts of the county. It has a friendly, practical feel, with a compact centre serving surrounding rural communities and nearby townlands such as Ardlougher, Carrickaboy, Cornafean, Crossdoney, Kilnaleck and Loughduff. Day-to-day life is quieter than in Cavan town, although the county town is close enough for larger supermarkets, secondary schools, healthcare and broader employment options. Local services, village shops, cafés and pubs provide the essentials, while the surrounding countryside offers opportunities for walking, fishing and outdoor recreation around Cavan’s lakes and rural roads. The N55 gives residents straightforward road access towards Cavan, Killeshandra and the north of the county, with private cars the main commuting option. Bus Éireann services on the wider Cavan–Longford corridor provide public transport connections, though services are less frequent than in larger urban centres. Families have access to local primary education, including the historic Old School House, with further schools and colleges available in Cavan town. Ballinagh is therefore suited to residents looking for village community, space and countryside, while retaining relatively convenient access to Cavan’s amenities and services.
Property Market in Ballinagh
Based on 3 properties for sale in Ballinagh
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ballinagh
Schools
Historic former school building associated with Ballinagh’s local educational heritage.
Local primary-school provision serving children from Ballinagh and surrounding rural areas.
Visit website ↗Established secondary school in nearby Cavan town, serving post-primary pupils.
Mixed secondary-school option within driving distance, serving west Cavan communities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road through Ballinagh, linking Cavan town with Longford and northern destinations.
Local and regional buses provide connections towards Cavan and surrounding county towns.
Nearby county transport hub offering wider regional connections and scheduled services.
Longer-distance motorway access is available south-east via the N3 and Kells.
Amenities
Compact local centre with everyday shops, services and community facilities.
Traditional local bars provide social spaces and occasional live entertainment.
Nearby Cavan offers supermarkets, independent shops, cafés and larger retail facilities.
County-town leisure facility with sports, fitness and community recreation provision.
Main hospital serving the county, located a short drive from Ballinagh.
Cultural attraction in Ballyjamesduff documenting local and regional history.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club providing sporting and community activities for residents.
Venue for local events, meetings, activities and community-based programmes.
Volunteer-led initiative supporting village appearance, planting and local environmental projects.
Nearby county-town employers and retailers broaden work, shopping and service options.
Nearby Areas
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