Turners Cross Neighbourhood Guide
Cork
About Turners Cross
Turners Cross is a well-established, mainly residential neighbourhood immediately south of Cork city centre, within the T12 area and close to Ballyphehane, Ballinlough and the South City suburbs. It has an urban, community-oriented feel, with traditional terraces and established housing around the prominent Turners Cross stadium and church. Daily life benefits from being close to the city centre, while local services and shops are concentrated along nearby roads including Evergreen Street, Pearse Road and the South Douglas Road. Regular bus services connect the area with the city centre and southern suburbs, and many residents can reach central Cork by bicycle or on foot; road access is convenient towards Douglas, the South Link Road and the wider city. Schools in Ballyphehane, Greenmount, Ballintemple and the city centre are within practical reach, with a broad choice of primary and secondary education nearby. Local eating and socialising is centred on neighbourhood pubs, cafés, takeaways and restaurants in Turners Cross, Ballyphehane and South Douglas Road, with the larger city-centre selection a short journey away. Recreation includes Turners Cross stadium, nearby parks and community facilities, while Páirc Uí Chaoimh and the Marina are accessible across the south-eastern suburbs. Parking is available locally, although established streets can be busy and spaces may be limited at peak times or during major matches.
Property Market in Turners Cross
Based on 43 properties for sale in Turners Cross
Property types
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What’s in Turners Cross
Schools
Multi-denominational primary school serving families in Ballyphehane and surrounding south-city neighbourhoods.
Established primary school serving the Ballyphehane community, within easy reach of Turners Cross.
Catholic boys' primary school near Greenmount and the southside city neighbourhoods.
Well-known girls' secondary school on the South Douglas Road, close to Turners Cross.
Established boys' secondary school on the South Douglas Road, serving Cork's southern suburbs.
Visit website ↗Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent routes connect Turners Cross with Cork city centre, Ballyphehane, Douglas and southern suburbs.
Cork's main railway station provides intercity and commuter services, reached via the city centre.
Strategic city route linking the southside neighbourhoods with the N40 and wider Cork road network.
Main orbital road giving access towards Douglas, Wilton, the airport and east-west Cork.
Central shopping, employment and cultural districts are close by on foot or bicycle.
Amenities
Historic home of Cork City FC and a major local landmark on Curragh Road.
Local parking provision supporting residents, shoppers, visitors and events around the neighbourhood.
Community venue offering local activities, services and meeting facilities near Turners Cross.
Neighbourhood green space providing recreation and outdoor amenity for nearby households.
Convenient local parade with everyday retail, cafés, takeaways and essential services.
Popular garden centre and café destination on the South Douglas Road.
Central library providing books, study facilities, events and public services nearby.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Professional football club whose home matches take place at Turners Cross Stadium.
Local parish community centred on the prominent Church of the Holy Cross.
Community organisation supporting local projects, activities and neighbourhood development.
Neighbourhood venues provide informal meeting places, food and refreshments close to home.
Independent shops and services form an active local commercial strip south of the centre.
Properties For Sale near Turners Cross
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