Ballymurn Neighbourhood Guide
Wexford
About Ballymurn
Ballymurn is a small rural village in north County Wexford, around 15 kilometres north-west of Wexford town and close to the N11 corridor, with Castlebridge, Oilgate and Crossabeg among the neighbouring communities. It has a quiet, village-and-countryside character, appealing to residents who want space and a local community while remaining within reach of larger employment, shopping and education centres. Day-to-day amenities in Ballymurn itself are limited, so residents generally use nearby villages and Wexford town for supermarkets, healthcare, banking and a wider choice of cafés and restaurants. The village has local schooling, while secondary-school options are available in Wexford town and Enniscorthy, depending on family preference and transport arrangements. Road travel is the main commuting option, with access towards Wexford, Enniscorthy and Dublin via the N11; public transport is more limited than in the county’s larger towns. Local social life centres on village pubs, GAA and community activities, with Ballymurn GAA an important sporting and social focus. The surrounding countryside provides opportunities for walking and outdoor recreation, while the coast, heritage sites and fuller town amenities around Wexford are accessible by car.
Property Market in Ballymurn
Based on 3 properties for sale in Ballymurn
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Ballymurn
Schools
Local primary school serving Ballymurn and surrounding rural communities.
Mixed secondary school option in Gorey, serving north Wexford families.
Established secondary school in Wexford town with a broad academic programme.
Girls’ secondary school in Wexford town offering junior and senior cycle education.
Boys’ secondary school in Wexford town with academic and practical subjects.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Main regional route linking north Wexford with Wexford town and Dublin.
Local regional-road connection towards Wexford, Castlebridge and surrounding villages.
Rail station providing services northwards to Dublin and southwards along the coast.
Nearby station on the Dublin–Rosslare rail line, serving commuters and students.
Regional bus connections are available from larger nearby towns and main routes.
Amenities
Local meeting place for drinks, conversation and community social occasions.
Important local education and community facility serving the surrounding area.
Broad choice of supermarkets, independent shops, banks, cafés and everyday services.
County hospital providing emergency, acute and specialist healthcare services.
Library facilities and events are available in nearby Wexford town and branches.
Popular sandy beach and coastal recreation destination, reachable by car from Ballymurn.
Major GAA venue and sporting facility on the outskirts of Wexford town.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting juvenile, adult and community participation.
Village facility used for meetings, classes, events and local activities.
Parent-led group supporting school activities and the local primary-school community.
Nearby shops, cafés, trades and professional services support everyday rural living.
Nearby Areas
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