About New Ross
New Ross is a historic market town on the River Barrow in County Wexford, close to the borders with Kilkenny and Waterford and within easy reach of Glenmore, Campile, The Rower, Rosbercon, Palace and Ballinaboola. It has an established, community-oriented character, with a compact town centre, traditional streets and substantial residential areas extending into the surrounding countryside. Families are served by a good selection of primary and secondary schools, while the town’s shops, supermarkets, cafés, pubs and restaurants provide most everyday needs locally. The town is connected by regional bus services and road links towards Waterford, Wexford, Kilkenny and Enniscorthy, making it practical for commuters with access to a car, although rail services are not available in New Ross itself. Leisure facilities include riverside walks, Library Park, Pearse Park and its pavilion, along with sports clubs and community organisations. St. Michael’s Theatre provides a notable cultural venue for performances and events, while the town’s historic buildings and river setting give it a distinctive sense of place. Healthcare, care and retirement provision includes Millhouse Care Centre and Retirement Village, with larger hospitals and wider employment centres available in surrounding towns and cities.
Property Market in New Ross
Based on 23 properties for sale in New Ross
Property types
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in New Ross
Schools
An inclusive primary school serving families in New Ross and surrounding communities.
A local primary school providing Irish-medium education for younger pupils.
A well-established primary school serving children from New Ross and nearby areas.
A long-established secondary school offering post-primary education in New Ross.
Visit website ↗A local post-primary education option with a strong connection to town life.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗The principal regional road links New Ross with Waterford, Wexford and the southeast.
Connects New Ross towards Kilkenny and surrounding south Wexford countryside.
Regional buses connect New Ross with Waterford, Wexford and other nearby towns.
The town’s main public transport interchange for regional bus journeys.
Improves road access across the River Barrow and towards Waterford and the N25.
Amenities
A central green space providing pleasant outdoor recreation close to town amenities.
Visit website ↗A community sports facility associated with Pearse Park and local activities.
A prominent local venue hosting theatre, music, comedy and community performances.
Visit website ↗Residential care and retirement accommodation serving older people in the area.
Compact streets offer independent shops, cafés, pubs, services and everyday retail.
Public library providing books, digital resources, events and community services.
Visit website ↗Scenic waterside setting supporting walks, views and recreational enjoyment near town.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Community rugby club offering playing and social activities for local members.
Nearby golf club providing an established course and clubhouse facilities.
Visit website ↗Member-owned local financial cooperative serving households and community organisations.
Visit website ↗Represents local businesses and supports commercial activity in the town.
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