About Ballinalack
Ballinalack is a small rural locality in north County Westmeath, centred near the N4 corridor between Mullingar and Longford and close to Lough Derravaragh and Lough Sheelin country. It has a quiet, dispersed countryside character, with farms, villages and lakeside landscapes rather than a defined town centre. Day-to-day living is car-dependent, although the N4 provides a direct route towards Mullingar, Longford and Dublin, while nearby villages supply basic community services. Families generally use primary schools in surrounding settlements and secondary schools in Mullingar, Longford or other nearby towns, depending on location and transport arrangements. Shopping, cafés, pubs and broader services are found principally in Mullingar, with smaller local options in Ballynacarrigy, Multyfarnham, Rathowen and Streete. The area suits people seeking space, privacy and access to Westmeath’s lakelands, with fishing, walking and countryside recreation close by. Local landmarks and community life include the nearby Franciscan Abbey at Multyfarnham, village GAA activity and the wider amenities of Lough Derravaragh. Ballinalack is best understood as a rural base within reach of larger employment, retail and education centres rather than as a self-contained suburban neighbourhood.
Property Market in Ballinalack
Based on 2 properties for sale in Ballinalack
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ballinalack
Schools
Local primary-school provision serving children from Ballinalack and surrounding rural communities.
Primary school serving Multyfarnham and nearby countryside communities west of Ballinalack.
Village primary school serving families in Ballynacarrigy and surrounding areas.
Mixed secondary school option serving students from wider north-west Westmeath.
Long-established secondary school in Mullingar, accessible for older students by car or bus.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main road connection towards Mullingar, Longford, Dublin and the wider Midlands.
InterCity rail station providing services towards Dublin and Sligo via the Dublin-Sligo line.
Nearby rail station on the Dublin-Sligo route, useful for regional commuting.
Regional bus services connect settlements along the N4, subject to current timetables.
Local and regional services operate from Mullingar bus station and surrounding stops.
Amenities
Historic friary complex and pilgrimage site set within the nearby village of Multyfarnham.
Scenic lake offering fishing, walking viewpoints and attractive lakeland countryside nearby.
Main nearby centre for supermarkets, independent shops, banks, cafés and professional services.
Public library providing books, study facilities, digital services and community events.
Commercial leisure and fitness facilities available in Mullingar for residents and visitors.
Traditional village pubs provide informal meeting places, drinks and occasional food.
Regional hospital providing acute, outpatient and emergency healthcare services in Mullingar.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult teams in the local area.
Community GAA club serving players and families around Ballynacarrigy and Ballinalack.
Neighbouring parish club providing Gaelic football and community sporting activities.
Local venue for clubs, classes, meetings and community activities throughout the year.
Broad network of retailers, professional services and employers serving the wider area.
Nearby Areas
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