About Brittas
Brittas is a small, dispersed rural locality in south-west County Dublin, within the D24 area and close to the Dublin Mountains. It has a quiet countryside character, with scattered homes, farmland and mountain scenery rather than a conventional built-up village centre. Day-to-day life is car-dependent, although the nearby communities of Rathcoole, Saggart, Citywest and Tallaght provide more extensive shopping, services and employment. Local education is centred on small primary-school provision in surrounding villages, with secondary schools and further facilities generally reached by road. Bus services are available on routes serving the surrounding south-west Dublin area, while the Luas Red Line at Saggart and Citywest offers a practical connection towards Tallaght and Dublin city. Pubs, cafés and restaurants are more readily found in Rathcoole, Saggart, Citywest and Tallaght than in Brittas itself, so residents typically travel for a wider choice of evening and everyday amenities. Outdoor recreation is a strong feature, with the Dublin Mountains, nearby reservoirs and country roads offering walking and cycling opportunities. Beech Park Golf Club is a notable local leisure destination, while the area’s rural setting also appeals to households seeking space and a quieter environment within commuting distance of Dublin.
Property Market in Brittas
Based on 4 properties for sale in Brittas
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Brittas
Schools
Local primary school serving children from Brittas and the surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary school serving families in Newcastle and the wider south-west Dublin area.
Primary school in Citywest offering an equality-based, multi-denominational education.
Large community secondary school serving Rathcoole, Saggart and surrounding areas.
Community college providing post-primary education near Citywest and west Tallaght.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Local and regional buses connect Rathcoole with Tallaght, Citywest and Dublin.
Red Line terminus providing rail access towards Tallaght and central Dublin.
Red Line stop serving Citywest employment, retail and residential districts.
Key south-west route linking Brittas with Tallaght, Blessington and Dublin.
Major orbital route accessible via Tallaght and Citywest for regional commuting.
Amenities
Established golf course and clubhouse set in countryside near Rathcoole and Brittas.
Visit website ↗Convenient retail centre with supermarkets, shops, cafés and everyday services.
Local green space offering walking areas, play facilities and community recreation.
Major acute hospital providing emergency, specialist and general healthcare services nearby.
Large hotel and conference venue with leisure facilities near the N81.
Well-known traditional pub and dining venue in the Dublin Mountains area.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community Gaelic games club serving Brittas and neighbouring rural communities.
Local athletics club offering training and competition for various age groups.
Community venue supporting local activities, classes and neighbourhood events.
Major employment hub hosting offices, services and businesses west of Saggart.
Nearby Areas
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