About Kill
Kill is a small rural village in west County Waterford, close to the Copper Coast and within easy reach of Kilmacthomas, Portlaw and Waterford city. The area has a peaceful, strongly local character, with scattered countryside, farmland and coastal scenery shaping everyday life. Residents rely on nearby villages and towns for a wider range of shopping, services and secondary education, while the village itself provides a modest community base and local amenities. Families have access to primary-school provision in the surrounding area, with further schools in Kilmacthomas and Waterford. Road travel is central to commuting, particularly via the R682 and connections towards Waterford, Dungarvan and the N25; public transport is more limited than in larger towns. Local social life centres on traditional pubs, GAA and community activities, with the coast, beaches and the Waterford Greenway providing particularly strong leisure attractions. Kilmacthomas is the nearest important service centre, offering shops, cafés, schools and Greenway access, while Waterford city provides major employment, retail, healthcare and cultural facilities. Kill suits those seeking a quieter rural lifestyle while remaining within practical driving distance of south-east Waterford’s towns, coastline and countryside.
Property Market in Kill
Based on 1 property for sale in Kill
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Kill
Schools
Local primary-school provision serving children from Kill and surrounding rural communities.
Nearby primary-school options available in the larger service village of Kilmacthomas.
A nearby primary school serving families in Kilmacthomas and surrounding west Waterford areas.
Local post-primary school providing second-level education for surrounding communities.
Broader secondary-school choice available within commuting distance in Waterford city.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Important local route linking Kill with Kilmacthomas, Portlaw and surrounding communities.
Main national-road connection towards Waterford, Wexford, Cork and the wider south-east.
Nearest regular regional bus connections are generally accessed through Kilmacthomas.
Intercity and regional rail services are available from Waterford city station.
Popular off-road cycling and walking route passing through nearby Kilmacthomas.
Amenities
Nearest service centre for everyday shops, groceries, cafés and local services.
Scenic nearby waterfall and walking destination in the Comeragh Mountains.
Well-known walking and cycling trail connecting Waterford with Dungarvan.
Dramatic coastline, coves and beaches are within a short drive south.
Traditional pubs in Kill and neighbouring villages provide informal community meeting places.
Nearby cafés and eateries provide convenient options for lunches, coffees and casual meals.
Major hospitals, shopping centres, supermarkets and professional services are available in Waterford.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting sporting activity and community participation.
Established nearby club offering Gaelic games for children, youths and adults.
Bike hire, cafés and visitor services support activity along the nearby Greenway.
Local groups organise events, heritage activities and community initiatives across west Waterford.
Small local retailers and service businesses provide everyday essentials close to Kill.
Nearby Areas
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