About Brittas Bay
Brittas Bay is a coastal holiday and residential area in County Wicklow, centred on a long sandy beach and located between Arklow and Wicklow town, close to Redcross, Blainroe and Kilbride. It has a relaxed, semi-rural feel, with detached homes, holiday properties and countryside surrounding the beach rather than a conventional village centre. Brittas Bay Beach is the defining attraction, offering swimming, walking and broad sea views, although residents generally travel to Arklow, Wicklow or nearby villages for a wider range of everyday services. Cara Park provides a recognised local amenity, while the beach and surrounding coastal landscape support outdoor leisure and family activities. Schooling is available in surrounding settlements, including primary provision in Redcross and Kilbride and secondary schools in Arklow or Wicklow, so school runs are an important consideration. The N11/M11 corridor makes commuting towards Dublin, Wicklow and south County Wicklow relatively practical by car, while bus services are available along the coastal road but are less frequent than in larger towns. Nearby Redcross is known for its village pub and community atmosphere, while Arklow and Wicklow offer the broadest choice of cafés, restaurants, supermarkets, healthcare and evening venues. The area suits people seeking a beachside lifestyle and access to Wicklow’s countryside, with a quieter year-round feel outside the holiday season.
Property Market in Brittas Bay
Based on 15 properties for sale in Brittas Bay
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Brittas Bay
Schools
Local primary school serving Redcross and surrounding rural communities near Brittas Bay.
Primary school serving families in Kilbride and the surrounding hinterland.
Irish-medium primary school located in nearby Arklow.
Post-primary school in Arklow offering education for older students.
Mixed post-primary school in Wicklow town, accessible for secondary pupils.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main north-south road corridor linking Brittas Bay with Dublin, Wicklow and Arklow.
Local coastal route connecting Brittas Bay with Arklow, Wicklow and neighbouring villages.
Regional bus services operate along routes connecting nearby towns and villages.
Irish Rail station providing Dublin, Wicklow and Wexford connections from nearby Arklow.
DART-extension rail services and regional trains serve Dublin and south Wicklow.
Amenities
Long sandy Blue Flag beach popular for swimming, walking and family outings.
Local green amenity providing open space within the Brittas Bay area.
Nearby village offering basic community facilities and a small number of local services.
Nearest major centre for supermarkets, retail, cafés, restaurants and everyday services.
Well-known nearby destination with food, gifts and the Avoca brand’s heritage setting.
Nearby hotel and leisure destination offering hospitality and recreational facilities.
Wider range of healthcare, professional services, shops and restaurants available in Wicklow.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local golf club offering an established course close to the coast.
Community venue supporting local activities, events and village organisations.
Historic nearby pub and restaurant known for food, drinks and countryside setting.
Traditional village pub serving the Redcross community and passing visitors.
Established rugby club providing youth and adult sporting activities in nearby Arklow.
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