Ballykeeran Neighbourhood Guide
Westmeath
Ballykeeran is a small rural locality in County Westmeath, situated just west of Athlone and close to the River Shannon and Lough Ree area. It lies within easy reach of Athlone’s larger range of shops, services, schools and employment, while neighbouring Ballinahown, Glasson and Mount Temple retain a more village and countryside setting. The N37 routing key reflects its proximity to Athlone and surrounding central-Westmeath communities.
Area character
Rural and low-density, with a strong countryside feel and convenient access to Athlone. The area is suited to residents seeking space and a quieter setting while remaining within a short drive of urban amenities; local roads connect Ballykeeran with surrounding villages and the wider Midlands road network.
Schools
- Ballykeeran National Schoolprimary
- Coosan National Schoolprimary
- Athlone Community Collegesecondary
- Marist College, Athlonesecondary
- Our Lady’s Bower, Athlonesecondary
Transport
- N55road
- M6 motorway, Athlone accessroad
- Athlone railway stationrail
- Athlone town bus servicesbus
- Regional roads to Glasson, Ballinahown and Mount Templeroad
Amenities
- Athlone town centreshopping and services
- Athlone Regional Sports Centreleisure
- Athlone Institute of Technology campus and facilitieseducation and leisure
- Shannon Banks and River Shannon walking areasparks and outdoors
- Athlone Regional Hospitalhealthcare
- Glasson village amenitieslocal services and dining