Headford Road Neighbourhood Guide
Galway
About Headford Road
Headford Road is a well-connected north-eastern corridor of Galway city, stretching from the city side towards Castlegar and the N84 heading for Headford and north Galway. It combines established housing areas with retail parks, offices, light industry and busy road frontage, while nearby Menlo, Terryland and Tirellan provide quieter residential and riverside surroundings. Residents have straightforward access to Galway city centre, University Hospital Galway and the main employment areas, although traffic can be heavy at peak times. Bus services run along the corridor, and the N84 and nearby M6/M17/M18 connections make the area practical for regional commuting. Shopping is a major convenience, with Terryland Retail Park and Galway Shopping Centre close by, alongside supermarkets, cafés, takeaways and everyday services. Local leisure options include Terryland Forest Park, the River Corrib area and sporting facilities around the city, while pubs and restaurants are available along Headford Road and in nearby city districts. The area is also close to schools, Galway Retail Park businesses and established clubs, making it a practical base for families, students and commuters who value access over a village-centre feel.
Property Market in Headford Road
Based on 5 properties for sale in Headford Road
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Headford Road
Schools
Catholic primary and secondary education serving families in the Headford Road area.
Established city primary school within convenient reach of the northern suburbs.
Co-educational post-primary and further-education campus near the Headford Road corridor.
Major university campus accessible by bus, bicycle and road from Headford Road.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main northern approach through Galway, linking the city with Castlegar and Headford.
Frequent routes connect Headford Road with Eyre Square, NUIG and eastern suburbs.
City-centre intercity and regional coach hub reachable from Headford Road.
Ceannt Station provides rail services towards Dublin, Limerick and regional destinations.
Regional motorway network supports commuting towards Athlone, Tuam, Clare and wider Connacht.
Amenities
Large retail destination with supermarkets, homeware, fashion, food and everyday services.
Visit website ↗Nearby shopping centre offering retailers, cafés, services and convenient parking.
Riverside woodland and walking area providing green space close to the city.
Popular Headford Road venue serving food, drinks and live entertainment.
Local medical and primary-care services serving residents around the northern city.
Multiplex cinema at Wellpark, easily reached from Headford Road and eastern Galway.
Central public library offering books, study facilities, events and digital services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Professional football club whose Eamonn Deacy Park home is nearby.
Golf facility south of the city, accessible by road for regular recreation.
Concentration of national retailers, trade counters, restaurants and service businesses.
Established Gaelic games club serving communities north of Galway city.
Well-known sporting and events venue at College Road, east of the corridor.
Properties For Sale near Headford Road
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