About Ashford
Ashford is a small, attractive village in north County Wicklow, set along the N11 corridor between Rathnew and Newtownmountkennedy, with Glenealy, Roundwood and the Wicklow Mountains within easy reach. It has a settled, village-and-country character, combining established housing with farmland, wooded landscapes and access to the coast and mountain scenery. Everyday life is relatively quiet, while nearby Wicklow town and Arklow provide a broader range of shops, services and nightlife. Local families use Ashford’s primary-school provision and travel to secondary schools in Wicklow town, Newtownmountkennedy and surrounding communities. The N11 makes commuting towards Dublin, Bray and the south-east practical, while Bus Éireann services connect the village and surrounding settlements; rail travel is available from nearby Wicklow and Rathnew-area stations. Ashford has local convenience shopping and places to eat and drink, with further cafés, restaurants and pubs in Rathnew and Wicklow town. The village is particularly well placed for outdoor activities, including walks around Devil’s Glen, the Vartry reservoir area and the Wicklow countryside, while Ballina Park House is a notable local landmark and venue. Residents also benefit from nearby GAA, football, equestrian and community facilities, although Ashford’s appeal is chiefly its peaceful setting and convenient access to larger towns.
Property Market in Ashford
Based on 17 properties for sale in Ashford
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ashford
Schools
Local primary school serving children in Ashford and the surrounding rural hinterland.
Wicklow town secondary school offering post-primary education and a broad subject range.
Visit website ↗Wicklow town secondary school serving students from across north Wicklow.
Primary-school option in the neighbouring town, accessible from Ashford by road.
Multi-denominational primary education option in the wider Wicklow town area.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main Dublin–Wexford route, providing fast road access from Ashford to nearby towns.
Scheduled regional buses connect Ashford with Wicklow, Dublin and surrounding settlements.
DART and mainline services provide rail connections north towards Dublin and southwards.
Nearby Rathnew offers additional bus options and access to Wicklow town services.
Scenic regional road linking Ashford with Roundwood, Laragh and mountain destinations.
Amenities
Notable historic house and local venue set within the Ashford countryside.
Wooded valley offering marked walks, waterfalls and attractive Wicklow countryside scenery.
Convenient local facilities for everyday groceries, services and household essentials.
Nearby town centre with supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants and essential services.
Coastal golf course near Wicklow town, open to members and visiting players.
Nearby library services provide books, study facilities, events and community resources.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult participation in the community.
Community football club offering youth and adult soccer activities locally.
Nearby equestrian facilities reflecting the area’s strong rural and horse-sport tradition.
Small local hospitality offering supplemented by restaurants and pubs in Rathnew and Wicklow.
Independent retailers, professional services and hospitality businesses serve the wider locality.
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