About Ballygunner
Ballygunner is a primarily residential locality on Waterford city’s southeastern side, close to the Dunmore Road and the River Suir estuary. It has a settled, family-oriented feel, combining established housing with newer developments and easy access to countryside around Faithlegg, Passage East and the coast. St. Mary’s National School Ballygunner serves local families, while secondary schools and further education are available within Waterford city and its suburbs. The Ballygunner bus stop provides local public-transport access, with additional city bus services available along the Dunmore Road and wider Waterford network. Everyday shopping, cafés, restaurants and pubs are found nearby on the Dunmore Road and in the city, while Waterford city centre is a short drive away for broader retail, dining and cultural options. Woodland Leisure Centre Swimming Pool is a notable local leisure facility, and residents also have access to parks, walking routes and sports amenities around Ballygunner and the southeast suburbs. The area is particularly well known for Ballygunner GAA, one of Waterford’s prominent hurling clubs, adding a strong sporting and community dimension.
Property Market in Ballygunner
Based on 2 properties for sale in Ballygunner
Property types
Bedrooms
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What’s in Ballygunner
Schools
Local primary school serving children and families in Ballygunner and surrounding communities.
Independent co-educational secondary school located nearby on Waterford’s south side.
Well-established secondary school serving pupils from Waterford and surrounding areas.
Major higher-education campus offering degree, apprenticeship and professional-study programmes.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Local stop providing access to nearby residential areas and Waterford city services.
Frequent suburban corridor connecting Ballygunner, the city centre and southeastern Waterford.
City rail station with services towards Dublin and other regional destinations.
Important route linking Ballygunner with Waterford city, Dunmore East and surrounding villages.
Amenities
Nearby swimming and leisure facility serving Ballygunner and the wider Waterford area.
Convenient suburban shopping centre with supermarkets, services and everyday retail.
Large food hall and grocery destination on the nearby Dunmore Road.
Popular Dunmore Road venue offering food, drinks and a lively local atmosphere.
Historic city-centre attractions providing museums, heritage and cultural activities nearby.
Central Waterford park with open lawns, paths and space for recreation.
Main regional hospital providing emergency, outpatient and specialist medical services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Highly regarded local hurling club with teams and strong community involvement.
Local venue supporting community activities, events and groups in the area.
River-based club offering rowing and watersports activities near Waterford city.
Recognised independent food retailer and café destination on the Dunmore Road.
Popular cycling and walking route accessible from Waterford and the wider county.
Nearby Areas
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