St Margarets Neighbourhood Guide
Dublin
About St Margarets
St Margarets is a semi-rural north-west Dublin locality in County Dublin, close to Dublin Airport and the K67 area, with a village-and-country feel rather than a conventional urban centre. The surrounding landscape is a mix of established homes, farmland, equestrian properties and newer development, while nearby Ballymun, Finglas, Tyrrelstown and the Northwest Business Park provide more extensive everyday services and employment. Schooling is available locally and in neighbouring communities, with St Margaret’s National School among the best-known local education facilities and additional primary and secondary options within a short drive or bus journey. Road access is a major advantage: the R122 and nearby M2, M50 and N2 connect the area with Dublin city, the airport and employment districts across north Dublin, although peak-time traffic can be busy. Dublin Bus services operate through the wider St Margarets and airport corridor, while nearby Swords and Dublin Airport provide broader public-transport connections. Local shopping is centred on convenience provision and nearby retail areas, with larger supermarkets, services and restaurants available in Finglas, Ballymun, Tyrrelstown and at Dublin Airport. The area has a quieter social scene than the city, with local pubs and casual dining nearby, while parks, GAA facilities, community amenities and the open countryside provide plenty of leisure options. Residents also benefit from close access to the airport, Northwest Business Park and Dublin Airport Business Park, making St Margarets particularly practical for airport workers, commuters and households seeking more space.
What’s in St Margarets
Schools
Local primary school serving children from St Margarets and surrounding north-west Dublin communities.
Visit website ↗Nearby primary option serving families in the rural north County Dublin area.
Mixed second-level school offering education and community facilities in nearby Finglas.
Established girls’ secondary school accessible from St Margarets by road and public transport.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main local route linking St Margarets with the airport, Finglas and north Dublin.
Fast regional connection towards Dublin city, the M50 and counties north-west.
Nearby airport providing flights, taxis and numerous bus connections across Dublin.
Regular services connect the surrounding area with the airport and central Dublin.
Nearby planned rail connection area, with current rail services available via Swords and city stations.
Amenities
Local venue supporting community activities, meetings and events for surrounding residents.
Convenient nearby source of cafés, restaurants, retail, travel services and employment.
Neighbouring centre with supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, pharmacy and everyday local services.
Retail centre near Finglas offering supermarkets, shops, food outlets and essential services.
Local golf venue with extensive grounds and leisure facilities near the village.
Open green space providing informal recreation close to the local community.
Well-known nearby country pub offering drinks, meals and a traditional local atmosphere.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club providing sporting activities and community involvement.
Established golf club serving members and visitors in the north Dublin countryside.
Local organisation supporting events, activities and community development in the area.
Major nearby employment area with offices, industrial units and business services.
Large employment district close by, particularly convenient for aviation and logistics workers.
Nearby Areas
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