About Skerries
Skerries is a lively coastal town in north County Dublin, between Balbriggan and Lusk, with a strong seaside identity and a settled, community-minded feel. Its harbour, beaches, Martello towers and offshore islands give the town a distinctive landscape, while much of the housing is residential and family-oriented. Local schools serve primary and secondary pupils, with further education and larger employment centres accessible in nearby towns and Dublin city. Skerries railway station provides a practical commuter connection towards Dublin, complemented by bus services and easy road access via the M1 and N1. The town centre has everyday shopping, cafés, restaurants and traditional pubs, with additional supermarkets and services close to established residential areas. Residents have access to coastal walks, beaches, parks, playgrounds and sports clubs, including facilities around Town Parks and Holmpatrick. Skerries Sailing Club and local GAA, soccer and rugby organisations contribute strongly to the town’s social life. The combination of rail commuting, attractive coastal surroundings and a well-used town centre makes Skerries popular with families, commuters and people seeking an active seaside community.
Property Market in Skerries
Based on 46 properties for sale in Skerries
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What’s in Skerries
Schools
Mixed primary school offering an Educate Together model in the local community.
Visit website ↗Established Catholic primary school serving older primary-age pupils in Skerries.
Local primary school serving families around the Holmpatrick area.
Mixed community college providing post-primary education and broad extracurricular opportunities.
Nearby post-primary option serving Lusk and surrounding north Dublin communities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Dublin-Belfast line station with commuter services towards Dublin city and northern towns.
Recognisable station-area landmark beside Skerries railway connections and local access routes.
Local and regional bus routes connect Skerries with neighbouring north Dublin towns.
Regional roads link Skerries with Lusk, Balbriggan, Rush and surrounding settlements.
Nearby motorway provides road access towards Dublin, Drogheda and wider commuter destinations.
Amenities
Residential-area green space and open surroundings used by local families and walkers.
Visit website ↗Local open space supporting recreation, informal play and everyday neighbourhood activity.
Well-known Skerries pub providing a traditional local meeting place and refreshments.
Convenient local supermarket serving everyday shopping needs around Holmpatrick.
Supermarket offering groceries, household essentials and convenient local services.
Visit website ↗Local fitness facility providing gym-based exercise and training options.
Popular sandy beach supporting swimming, walks and relaxed coastal recreation.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Established coastal club offering sailing activities and community events beside the harbour.
Visit website ↗Local Gaelic games club providing sporting participation for children and adults.
Community rugby club with youth and adult teams from the surrounding area.
Local association football club offering teams and training across several age groups.
Volunteer group helping maintain and improve Skerries streets, parks and public spaces.
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