About Rathdrum
Rathdrum is a small, established town in County Wicklow’s wooded Avonmore Valley, between Wicklow town and Arklow and within easy reach of the Wicklow Mountains. It has a friendly, community-oriented feel, with traditional streets, surrounding farmland and forest, and a quieter pace than the county’s larger coastal towns. Everyday life is centred on the town’s shops, cafés, pubs and services, while the nearby countryside provides plentiful walking, cycling and outdoor recreation. Families have access to local primary and secondary education, with further schools and services available in Wicklow, Arklow and surrounding villages. Rathdrum Railway Station provides a useful rail connection towards Dublin and south to Wexford and Rosslare, while road links via the R752 and N11 support commuting by car. Local amenities include shops, professional services and the Saville Park Business Centre, with larger-scale shopping and healthcare available in Wicklow town and Arklow. The town’s pubs and restaurants provide relaxed places to meet, and nearby attractions such as Avondale Forest Park, Greenan Maze and the Vale of Avoca add to its appeal. Sports clubs, community organisations and access to Glendalough, Laragh, Redcross and the wider Wicklow landscape contribute to Rathdrum’s strong local identity.
Property Market in Rathdrum
Based on 12 properties for sale in Rathdrum
Property types
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What’s in Rathdrum
Schools
Local primary school serving Rathdrum and surrounding rural communities.
Co-educational secondary school in nearby Rathdrum, serving the wider area.
Established secondary school reachable by road or rail in nearby Arklow.
Primary education option available in Wicklow town, a short drive away.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Station parking serving trains towards Dublin, Wicklow, Arklow and Rosslare.
Rail connection on the Dublin–Rosslare line, useful for regional commuting.
Regional road linking Rathdrum with Wicklow town and the surrounding countryside.
Main north–south route accessible near Ashford for Dublin and southeast journeys.
Bus connections link Rathdrum with nearby towns and surrounding villages.
Amenities
Business and employment centre providing offices and commercial services locally.
Compact centre with convenience shops, independent retailers and everyday services.
Large wooded estate nearby with walks, viewpoints and family attractions.
Local library offering books, digital resources and community services.
Local primary healthcare facility serving Rathdrum and nearby communities.
Popular family attraction with a maze, farm activities and rural heritage.
Traditional local venues offering informal meals, drinks and community atmosphere.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club supporting juvenile and adult teams.
Community football club providing organised soccer for local players.
Local club offering tennis activities and social community participation.
Venue for classes, meetings, activities and local community events.
Well-known Wicklow craft business and visitor destination near the Vale of Avoca.
Properties For Sale near Rathdrum
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