Killowen Neighbourhood Guide
Waterford
About Killowen
Killowen is a mainly residential area on the eastern side of Waterford city, close to the Cork Road corridor and within convenient reach of Ballygunner, Grantstown and Butlerstown. It has a suburban feel, with housing estates and everyday services nearby, while the wider area opens towards the coast and countryside around Tramore and Dunmore East. Residents typically use Waterford city for larger-scale shopping, employment, healthcare and entertainment, with supermarkets, cafés and restaurants available along the Cork Road and in nearby city suburbs. Local dining and evening options are concentrated in the surrounding Waterford neighbourhoods rather than in Killowen itself, with pubs and restaurants readily accessible by car or bus. Road links make commuting towards Waterford city centre, the R710 and the N25 relatively straightforward, while regular city bus services serve the wider Cork Road and Ballygunner area. Families have a choice of nearby primary and secondary schools, including schools in Ballygunner, Waterford city and Tramore. Grace Dieu Manor provides a distinctive local landmark and retreat setting, and residents are also close to Gaultier GAA facilities, parks, sports clubs and the amenities of the city.
Property Market in Killowen
Based on 2 properties for sale in Killowen
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Killowen
Schools
Large primary school serving families in Ballygunner and surrounding southeastern Waterford suburbs.
Independent co-educational school with day and boarding provision near Waterford city.
Secondary school offering education for boys in the Waterford city area.
Girls’ secondary school located within easy reach of Killowen and the city.
Major regional hospital campus supporting clinical training and professional healthcare services.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Principal suburban route linking Killowen with Waterford city centre and nearby retail areas.
Important regional route providing access towards Waterford, the west and surrounding communities.
Strategic road connection for regional commuting, the south-east and national destinations.
City-centre hub for Bus Éireann and regional services across the south-east.
Plunkett Station provides rail services towards Dublin, Kilkenny and wider connections.
Amenities
Historic local venue offering retreat, conference and community accommodation facilities.
Convenient retail destination near the Cork Road with shops and everyday services.
Regional hospital providing emergency, outpatient and specialist medical services.
Central Waterford park with green space, walking areas, playground and recreational facilities.
Public library providing books, digital resources, study facilities and community activities.
Health and fitness club offering gym, swimming and exercise facilities nearby.
Popular sandy beach and seaside amenity within a short drive from Killowen.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club serving the coastal and southeastern Waterford area.
Highly established local club offering Gaelic games and community activities.
Cluster of cafés, restaurants, cultural venues and independent businesses in central Waterford.
Popular walking and cycling route beginning in Waterford and extending towards Dungarvan.
Local business network supporting enterprises, commerce and economic activity across Waterford city.
Nearby Areas
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