About Ballinalee
Ballinalee is a small rural village in north County Longford, positioned between Longford town, Granard, Drumlish and Edgeworthstown. It has a quiet, community-oriented character, with the surrounding countryside offering a mix of farmland, hedgerows and scattered homes rather than a dense urban streetscape. Day-to-day life is centred on the village and nearby towns, with local pubs, convenience shopping and community facilities supplemented by larger retail and services in Longford. Families have access to primary-school provision locally and in neighbouring districts, including St Teresa’s National School in Killoe, while secondary schools and broader education services are generally found in Longford, Granard or other nearby towns. Road travel is the main transport option, with regional routes linking Ballinalee to Longford and Granard and onward connections towards the N4 and Dublin. Longford town provides the nearest railway station and a wider range of bus, shopping, healthcare and employment options, making the area practical for rural living and commuting by car. Recreation is closely tied to GAA, walking, local community activity and the open countryside, while historic places such as St John’s Church in Ballinalee and nearby Ardagh add interest. The village suits residents seeking a peaceful base with a strong local identity, while accepting that many specialist amenities require a short drive.
Property Market in Ballinalee
Based on 6 properties for sale in Ballinalee
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ballinalee
Schools
Primary school serving children in the Killoe area, northwest of Longford town.
Visit website ↗Long-established primary school serving families in Longford town and surrounding areas.
Post-primary school in Longford town offering a broad range of subjects and programmes.
Nearby post-primary school serving students from Edgeworthstown and surrounding rural communities.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Regional route connecting Ballinalee with Longford, Granard and surrounding north Longford villages.
Nearest rail station, providing Dublin–Sligo services via the Dublin Connolly line.
Local bus hub with services linking Longford to Dublin and regional destinations.
Major east–west road accessible near Longford, supporting longer-distance journeys and commuting.
Rural transport service supporting connections between villages, towns and essential local services.
Amenities
Small village services, convenience shopping and local facilities serving everyday needs.
Well-known local pub providing a traditional meeting place in the village.
Nearest larger retail area, with supermarkets, banks, cafés, restaurants and professional services.
Public library offering books, study facilities, events and community information services.
Leisure centre with fitness, swimming and indoor sporting facilities in Longford town.
Riverside public park with walks, open space and recreation close to town centre.
Historic local church and recognisable landmark within the village streetscape.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting youth and adult football participation.
Established neighbouring GAA club serving the Killoe parish and surrounding communities.
Venue for local meetings, activities, social events and community initiatives.
Local authority providing public services, planning, roads and community support across County Longford.
Nearby independent shops, trades, cafés and services supporting residents across north Longford.
Properties For Sale near Ballinalee
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