St. Helens Neighbourhood Guide
Wexford
About St. Helens
St. Helens is a quiet coastal locality on the Rosslare peninsula in south-east County Wexford, close to Kilrane and Our Lady’s Island. It is predominantly rural and residential, with open farmland, shoreline scenery and a relaxed community atmosphere rather than a conventional town-centre setting. Nearby Rosslare Harbour provides the main transport and employment focus, while Wexford town is the principal destination for larger-scale shopping, secondary education and services. Families typically use primary schools around Kilrane, Rosslare and Our Lady’s Island, with further education options available in Wexford and Gorey. The area is well placed for ferry travel and commuting by car, with Rosslare Europort offering rail and bus connections, although a car is generally useful for everyday errands. Local social life is centred on village pubs, hotel and golf-resort facilities, community activities and nearby coastal walks, beaches and amenity areas. Memorial Park and the Europort Business Park provide recognisable nearby facilities, while restaurants, cafés and supermarkets are concentrated mainly around Rosslare Harbour, Rosslare Strand and Wexford. The St. Helens area is best suited to those seeking a peaceful coastal setting within reach of the port, beaches and the wider Wexford network.
Property Market in St. Helens
Based on 12 properties for sale in St. Helens
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in St. Helens
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Kilrane, Rosslare Harbour and surrounding rural communities.
Primary school serving families in Our Lady’s Island and the surrounding south Wexford hinterland.
Primary school serving Rosslare Strand and nearby coastal communities.
Established secondary school in Wexford town, offering broad post-primary education options.
Wexford town secondary school providing post-primary education and extracurricular activities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Parking beside the ferry terminal station, with rail services towards Wexford and Dublin.
Major ferry port connecting south-east Ireland with Wales and continental European routes.
Main Wexford transport hub for regional bus and Dublin-bound rail connections.
National road linking Rosslare Harbour with Wexford, New Ross and the wider southeast.
Regional buses connect the port area with Wexford, Gorey and nearby villages.
Amenities
Open local amenity space providing greenery and an outdoor setting near Rosslare Harbour.
Commercial units supporting employment and day-to-day business activity beside Rosslare Europort.
Further business-park accommodation within the Rosslare Europort commercial area.
Coastal golf resort with leisure facilities, accommodation and scenic views near St. Helens.
Popular sandy beach and seaside resort with walks, seasonal facilities and watersports nearby.
Convenient local provisions, cafés and services serving port workers and nearby residents.
Larger selection of supermarkets, independent shops, restaurants, healthcare and professional services.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Notable coastal golf venue and resort providing sport, hospitality and local employment.
Community venue supporting local activities, events and social programmes for surrounding villages.
Established golf club near Rosslare Strand offering member and visitor golfing facilities.
Port-related logistics, ferry, transport and commercial employers underpinning the local economy.
Local groups and parish activities provide social connection across the rural surrounding area.
Properties For Sale near St. Helens
Nearby Areas
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