Grange Con Neighbourhood Guide
Wicklow
About Grange Con
Grange Con is a small rural locality in west County Wicklow, close to the Kildare and Carlow borders and within reach of Ballitore, Moone, Timolin, Baltinglass, Dunlavin and Stratford-on-Slaney. The area is characterised by dispersed homes, farmland and quiet country roads, offering a peaceful countryside setting rather than a village-centre lifestyle. Day-to-day shopping and services are generally found in nearby towns and villages, particularly Baltinglass, Dunlavin, Moone and Castledermot. Local schooling is centred on small primary schools in surrounding communities, with secondary education and broader services available in Baltinglass and nearby towns. There is no rail station in Grange Con, so commuting is normally car-based, using regional roads towards the N81, N9 and M9, with bus services available from larger nearby settlements. Pubs, cafés and casual dining are found in Baltinglass, Castledermot, Moone and surrounding villages, while the area’s leisure appeal comes from walking, local GAA activity and access to the Wicklow countryside. Baltinglass provides the strongest local service hub, including supermarkets, healthcare, banking and community facilities, while larger retail and employment centres such as Naas, Newbridge and Carlow are within driving distance. The setting suits residents seeking space, quiet surroundings and a rural community atmosphere, while accepting the need to travel for many everyday amenities.
Property Market in Grange Con
Based on 7 properties for sale in Grange Con
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Grange Con
Schools
Small rural primary school serving children from Grangecon and surrounding countryside.
Second-level school in Baltinglass serving pupils from west Wicklow and nearby areas.
Primary school in Prosperous, providing another option towards north Kildare.
Local primary school serving families around Stratford-on-Slaney and the surrounding valley.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Connects Baltinglass, Dunlavin and surrounding west Wicklow communities.
Main north-south route towards Blessington, Tallaght and the Dublin commuter belt.
Accessible via nearby junctions for journeys towards Carlow, Kilkenny and Dublin.
Local and regional buses provide connections from Baltinglass towards surrounding towns.
Nearest practical rail option, offering Dublin Heuston and southbound services via Kildare.
Amenities
Local hub for shops, banking, cafés, pharmacies and everyday services.
Supermarket serving weekly grocery shopping and household essentials.
Provides community-based health and support services for the surrounding area.
Historic Augustinian abbey beside the River Slaney and town centre.
Parkland golf course offering local membership and recreational facilities.
Accessible outdoor setting for walking, scenic drives and countryside recreation.
Nearby venues provide informal meals, drinks and social meeting places.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Prominent local Gaelic games club with teams across age groups.
Community Gaelic games activity serving Grangecon and neighbouring rural districts.
Local rugby club providing playing and social opportunities for residents.
Established local club with an 18-hole course and clubhouse facilities.
Community-led events helping maintain local identity and social connections.
Properties For Sale near Grange Con
Nearby Areas
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