About Knocklyon
Knocklyon is a largely suburban, family-oriented area on Dublin’s south-western side, within Dublin 24 and close to the foothills of the Dublin Mountains. It is characterised by established housing estates, quiet residential streets and convenient access to Rathfarnham, Templeogue, Ballyboden, Firhouse and Tallaght. Families are well served by nearby primary and secondary schools, while the area’s community facilities and sports clubs contribute to a strong local feel. Knocklyon Shopping Centre and SuperValu provide everyday groceries and services, with Knocklyon Post Office adding practical convenience. Local cafés, takeaways and neighbourhood pubs serve residents, while a wider choice of restaurants, bars and shopping is available in Rathfarnham, Templeogue and Tallaght. The Park Community Centre hosts activities and services, and Parklands provides a recognised local green and recreational setting. Bus routes along the Scholarstown Road, Knocklyon Road and nearby arterial roads offer links towards the city centre and Tallaght, while the M50 is particularly useful for commuting by car. The Dublin Mountains, Bushy Park and Marley Park are accessible for walking and outdoor leisure, and residents benefit from nearby healthcare, retail and sporting facilities.
Property Market in Knocklyon
Based on 88 properties for sale in Knocklyon
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Knocklyon
Schools
Catholic primary school serving younger pupils in the Knocklyon area.
Established senior primary school serving local families and older primary pupils.
Independent boys’ secondary school located nearby in Templeogue.
Catholic secondary school with a long-established campus in south Dublin.
Mixed community secondary school serving Firhouse and surrounding south-west Dublin neighbourhoods.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regular services connect Knocklyon with Rathfarnham, the city centre and surrounding suburbs.
Nearby routes provide practical links towards Templeogue, Rathfarnham and central Dublin.
Convenient road access to Dublin Airport, Tallaght, Sandyford and the national motorway network.
Red Line light rail access is available by bus or car in Tallaght.
Green Line services can be reached from Knocklyon via nearby south Dublin routes.
Amenities
Local centre providing everyday retail, services and convenient neighbourhood shopping.
Supermarket offering groceries, household essentials and daily convenience shopping.
Visit website ↗Local postal and everyday counter services within the neighbourhood shopping area.
Visit website ↗Community venue hosting local activities, groups, classes and neighbourhood services.
Visit website ↗Recognisable local residential and recreational setting with open space nearby.
Visit website ↗Local nursing home providing residential care and support for older people.
Popular nearby park with riverside walks, sports facilities, playgrounds and cafés.
Large south Dublin park offering trails, open lawns, playgrounds and events.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local football club providing youth and community sporting opportunities.
Neighbourhood organisation supporting local representation, events and community initiatives.
Convenient cluster of retailers, services and food outlets serving local residents.
Hosts a variety of local classes, clubs and activities for different age groups.
Faith-based and local groups contribute to the area’s strong family-oriented community network.
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