Wicklow Town Neighbourhood Guide
Wicklow
About Wicklow Town
Wicklow Town is a compact county town on Ireland’s east coast, set around a working harbour and bordered by beaches, wooded hills and the Wicklow Mountains beyond. It has a largely residential feel, with established neighbourhoods alongside a lively historic centre and coastal walks, making it popular with families, commuters and people seeking access to the sea and countryside. Local education includes primary schools, Wicklow Educate Together National School and Educate Together Secondary School Wicklow, while nearby towns provide further secondary and special-school options. Dublin commuting is practical by Irish Rail from Wicklow railway station and by frequent Bus Éireann services, with road access north via the N11/M11; Maxol Service Station Whitegate is a useful local stop for fuel and everyday provisions. The town centre has independent shops, supermarkets, cafés and restaurants, with pubs and bars around Main Street and the harbour providing much of the evening atmosphere. Residents have easy access to Wicklow Harbour, the Murrough, Wicklow Head and nearby beaches, as well as sports grounds, playgrounds and walking routes. Historic landmarks including Wicklow Gaol and the ruins of Black Castle add character, while Glenealy, Rathnew, Blainroe and Kilbride are close neighbouring communities.
Property Market in Wicklow Town
Based on 50 properties for sale in Wicklow Town
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Wicklow Town
Schools
Inclusive secondary school serving Wicklow Town and surrounding communities.
Visit website ↗Multi-denominational primary school offering child-centred education in Wicklow.
Established primary school serving families in Wicklow Town.
Local multi-denominational primary education for children from Wicklow and nearby areas.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Dublin–Rosslare rail services connect the town with Arklow, Bray and Dublin.
Bus Éireann routes provide links towards Dublin, Arklow, Rathnew and surrounding towns.
Main north–south road corridor supports commuting towards Dublin and south Wicklow.
Convenient fuel stop with forecourt services near Wicklow Town.
Amenities
Historic visitor attraction offering exhibitions and distinctive town-centre views.
Working waterfront for waterside walks, fishing activity and coastal scenery.
Public library providing books, study facilities, events and community services.
Well-known local pub offering drinks, conversation and a central meeting place.
Coastal golf course with scenic fairways overlooking the Irish Sea.
Green community space suitable for informal recreation and family outings.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting football, hurling and community participation.
Community rugby club with youth and adult teams based locally.
Established seaside golf club and social centre serving the local area.
Harbour-based club offering sailing activities, training and coastal community events.
Traditional harbour festival celebrating rowing, boats, music and local community life.
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