Bluebell Neighbourhood Guide
Dublin
About Bluebell
Bluebell is a compact, established residential locality in south-west Dublin, within the D12 area and close to Drimnagh, Walkinstown, Ballymount, Park West and the Long Mile Road. It has a practical, mixed urban character, with traditional housing estates alongside commercial, industrial and office uses, rather than a strongly defined village centre. Residents have convenient access to schools and community facilities in Bluebell, Drimnagh and Inchicore, while larger shopping trips are served by nearby Walkinstown and Crumlin. The Luas Red Line provides a useful public transport connection from Bluebell towards the city centre and Tallaght, and frequent Dublin Bus services operate along the Long Mile Road and surrounding routes. Local day-to-day amenities are supplemented by cafés, takeaways, pubs and services in neighbouring districts, with the wider area offering more extensive restaurants and leisure choices. Parks and playing fields around Drimnagh, Crumlin and Ballyfermot provide outdoor space, while the Grand Canal is also within reach for walks and cycling. The locality is particularly convenient for motorists, with quick access to the M50, N7, Naas Road and Dublin city, and nearby commercial businesses such as Delta Autos and Bill Griffin Autos reflect the area's strong transport and employment connections.
Property Market in Bluebell
Based on 5 properties for sale in Bluebell
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Bluebell
Schools
Local primary school serving families in Bluebell and surrounding south-west Dublin neighbourhoods.
Established primary school in Bluebell, providing local education close to residential estates.
Nearby further-education college offering practical, vocational and adult learning courses.
Crumlin-based college providing a broad range of post-school and vocational programmes.
Local secondary school serving pupils from Crumlin and adjoining Dublin 12 communities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Red Line stop linking Bluebell with Dublin city centre, Heuston and Tallaght.
Nearby Red Line stop serving Bluebell, Ballymount and surrounding industrial areas.
Frequent bus corridor connecting residents with Crumlin, the city and south Dublin.
Major orbital route accessible via nearby junctions for travel across Dublin and beyond.
Strategic western approach roads providing direct access towards Newlands, Naas and the M50.
Amenities
Local community facility supporting activities, services and programmes for Bluebell residents.
Nearby shopping centre with supermarkets, retail units and convenient everyday services.
Large south-west Dublin park offering walking routes, sports facilities and family recreation.
Established nearby automotive business serving local motorists with vehicle-related services.
Long Mile Road-area automotive business providing motoring services for nearby residents.
Public library offering books, study space, digital access and community activities.
Historic medieval castle and distinctive local landmark beside the Grand Canal.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local football club providing sporting opportunities for children and adults.
Local representative group involved in neighbourhood interests and community development.
Recognisable Bluebell-area motor business serving customers along the local commercial corridor.
Established automotive business near the Long Mile Road and Bluebell area.
Traditional nearby pub offering food, drinks and a familiar local meeting place.
Properties For Sale near Bluebell
Nearby Areas
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