About Poppintree
Poppintree is a modern, largely residential neighbourhood in north Dublin, within the D11 area and adjoining Ballymun, Finglas and Meakstown. The estate has a practical suburban feel, with a mix of family housing, apartments and community facilities, while Ballymun village and Finglas provide many everyday services nearby. Families are served by a range of primary and secondary schools in Ballymun, Finglas and Glasnevin, with Dublin City University also close by. Bus routes on Ballymun Road and Finglas Road provide regular connections towards Dublin city centre, while the M50 and nearby N2 offer useful road access for commuters. Local shopping is centred on Poppintree Neighbourhood Centre and nearby Ballymun, with larger retail choices available at IKEA and Clearwater Shopping Centre. Residents have access to parks, playgrounds, sports facilities and community services, including Poppintree Park and the Ballymun Leisure Centre. There are pubs, cafés and takeaways around Ballymun and Finglas, although the area is more convenience-focused than known for a large restaurant or nightlife scene. The wider district also benefits from established GAA, soccer and community organisations, making it a practical location for households seeking relatively affordable northside accommodation close to major transport routes.
Property Market in Poppintree
Based on 1 property for sale in Poppintree
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What’s in Poppintree
Schools
Local multi-denominational primary school serving families in and around Poppintree.
Large co-educational secondary school serving Ballymun and surrounding north Dublin neighbourhoods.
Established primary school providing senior-level education for local pupils.
Co-educational post-primary school accessible from Poppintree and neighbouring Finglas.
Glasnevin campus offering undergraduate, postgraduate and research education nearby.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Frequent northside bus services connect Ballymun with the city centre and surrounding areas.
Regular services provide access towards Finglas, Phibsborough and Dublin city centre.
Nearby orbital motorway links north, south and west Dublin, plus national routes.
Convenient route towards the M50, Dublin Airport and destinations north of Dublin.
International airport is a short drive away via the M50 and nearby roads.
Amenities
Local centre providing convenience shopping and everyday services for nearby residents.
Open green space with walking areas, play facilities and room for informal recreation.
Visit website ↗Public leisure facility offering fitness, sports and aquatic amenities close to Poppintree.
Public library providing books, study facilities, computers and community programming.
Large furniture and homewares store at Ballymun, with restaurant and customer facilities.
Nearby retail centre with supermarkets, services and convenient local shopping options.
Established north Dublin pub and dining venue within a short drive of Poppintree.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local venue supporting community activities, classes, meetings and neighbourhood services.
GAA club providing Gaelic games and social activities for local members.
Community football club offering youth and adult soccer programmes in the area.
Established football club serving players across north Dublin age groups.
Local member-owned financial service serving Ballymun and surrounding communities.
Nearby Areas
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