New Ross Neighbourhood Guide
Wexford
About New Ross
New Ross is a historic market town on the River Barrow in south County Wexford, close to the Kilkenny border and within reach of Waterford city. It has an established, community-oriented character, with a compact town centre, surrounding suburban housing and attractive countryside along the river and nearby roads to Glenmore, Campile, The Rower and Ballinaboola. Everyday life combines convenient local services with a quieter pace than larger urban centres. Families are served by several primary schools and secondary education in and around the town, while Waterford and Wexford provide wider third-level and employment options. Bus services connect New Ross with Waterford, Wexford and other regional towns, and the N25 provides road access towards Waterford, Rosslare and the southeast; most residents rely on cars for commuting and rural travel. The town centre has supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs, with St. Michael's Theatre providing a focal point for performances and community events. Riverside walks, Library Park, Pearse Park and local sporting facilities add useful leisure space, while the Dunbrody Famine Ship and the town’s historic river crossing are notable attractions. Healthcare, retirement and community services include Millhouse Care Centre and Retirement Village, supporting a broad mix of families, older residents and commuters.
Property Market in New Ross
Based on 23 properties for sale in New Ross
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in New Ross
Schools
An inclusive primary school serving families in New Ross and surrounding communities.
A local primary school providing mainstream education for children in the town.
A long-established primary school serving boys and families locally.
A secondary school offering post-primary education and a broad range of subjects.
Visit website ↗A well-known New Ross post-primary school with strong community connections.
Visit website ↗Transport
Plan your journey ↗The town’s main bus hub, with regional services towards Waterford and Wexford.
Key southeast route linking New Ross with Waterford, Wexford and Rosslare.
Regional road providing a direct route west towards Kilkenny and surrounding villages.
Nearest mainline rail station, offering services towards Dublin and Limerick Junction.
Regional airport option across the River Suir, subject to available services.
Amenities
Central green space providing a pleasant setting for walking and informal recreation.
Visit website ↗Community sports and events facility associated with Pearse Park in New Ross.
Local theatre hosting performances, music, arts events and community productions.
Visit website ↗Popular heritage attraction exploring emigration and New Ross’s maritime history.
Visit website ↗Public library offering books, digital resources, activities and community services.
Visit website ↗Residential care and retirement community providing specialist support for older residents.
Compact centre with supermarkets, independent retailers, cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local rugby club supporting juvenile and adult teams and community participation.
Established golf club offering an 18-hole course and clubhouse facilities nearby.
Visit website ↗Community football club providing development and competitive opportunities for local players.
Local facility offering swimming, fitness and recreational services for residents.
Arts and performance groups contribute regularly to the town’s cultural programme.
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