About Hackballscross
Hackballscross is a small rural settlement in north County Louth, close to the border with County Monaghan and within practical reach of Dundalk, Ravensdale and Castleblayney. The area has a quiet, countryside character, with dispersed homes, farmland and a strong connection to nearby villages and market towns rather than a large built-up centre of its own. Everyday shopping and services are generally found in Dundalk, while local pubs and community facilities provide more immediate social outlets. Families typically look towards primary schools in the surrounding parishes and secondary schools in Dundalk or nearby towns, depending on location and transport arrangements. The area is well placed for road commuting, with access to the N1/M1 corridor towards Dundalk, Drogheda and Dublin, and the N53 towards Castleblayney and Monaghan. Dundalk provides the nearest substantial range of supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, healthcare, retail and leisure facilities, including sports clubs and the Regional Sports Centre. Outdoor recreation is readily available in the surrounding countryside, with the Cooley Peninsula, Ravensdale Forest and the walking landscapes around Slieve Gullion all within driving distance. Hackballscross suits residents seeking a rural home base while remaining connected to larger employment, education and service centres.
Property Market in Hackballscross
Based on 4 properties for sale in Hackballscross
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Hackballscross
Schools
Local primary-school option serving families in the wider Lordship and Hackballscross area.
Established primary school serving the northern Dundalk area and surrounding communities.
Voluntary secondary school for boys, offering post-primary education in Dundalk.
Co-educational post-primary school serving pupils from Dundalk and surrounding rural areas.
Higher-education campus offering undergraduate, postgraduate and further learning opportunities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main north-south route linking Dundalk with Dublin, Drogheda and Newry.
Important regional route connecting north Louth with Monaghan and the wider border region.
Intercity rail services connect Dundalk with Dublin, Drogheda, Newry and Belfast.
Local and regional buses provide connections towards surrounding towns and villages.
Central interchange area for local services, taxis and regional travel.
Amenities
Convenient cluster of large-format shops, retail outlets and food options southeast of town.
Major Dundalk shopping centre with national retailers, cafés and everyday services.
Public sports complex offering swimming, fitness, pitches and other leisure facilities.
Central library providing books, study facilities, events and community services.
Visit website ↗Scenic woodland recreation area with walking routes and views towards the Cooley Mountains.
Local pub and community meeting place serving the surrounding rural area.
Broad choice of independent eateries, cafés, pubs and restaurants within easy driving distance.
Major regional hospital providing emergency, outpatient and specialist healthcare services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
GAA club serving the surrounding rural community with Gaelic games and social activities.
Dundalk-based club offering Gaelic football, hurling and community participation.
Established golf club with a parkland course and clubhouse facilities near Blackrock.
Local authority services support amenities, roads, planning and community life across the area.
Member-owned financial cooperative providing savings and lending services in Dundalk.
Nearby Areas
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