About Rathnew
Rathnew is a compact, largely residential village in County Wicklow, immediately west of Wicklow Town and close to the coast, countryside and the N11 corridor. It has a practical, family-oriented feel, with newer and established housing alongside village shops and everyday services. Local families are served by Rathnew National School, while secondary-school options are available in nearby Wicklow Town, including Coláiste Chill Mhantáin and Wicklow Town Educate Together Secondary School. The village is well placed for commuting by car, with direct access to the N11 and links towards Dublin, Arklow and the wider Wicklow area; Wicklow railway station is a short drive away, while regular bus services connect Rathnew with Wicklow Town and surrounding destinations. Day-to-day shopping is convenient, with local convenience stores and larger retail provision in Wicklow Town, including Tesco and the town’s broader centre. Social and dining options include village pubs and cafés, while the nearby town adds a wider choice of restaurants, takeaways and hospitality venues. Residents are also close to sports grounds, community facilities, the coast and Wicklow’s well-known countryside, with beaches, woodland walks and attractions such as Mount Usher Gardens in nearby Ashford adding to the area’s leisure appeal.
Property Market in Rathnew
Based on 13 properties for sale in Rathnew
Property types
Bedrooms
New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Rathnew
Schools
Local primary school serving Rathnew and surrounding communities.
Large secondary school in Wicklow Town, offering broad post-primary education.
Visit website ↗Multi-denominational secondary school serving families across the wider Wicklow area.
Established secondary school located in nearby Wicklow Town.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Major north–south route linking Rathnew with Dublin, Arklow and regional destinations.
Nearby DART-era commuter rail station with services towards Dublin and Rosslare.
Bus connections link Rathnew with Wicklow Town, Ashford and surrounding localities.
Local stops provide practical access to regional bus routes and town services.
Amenities
Convenience retail and everyday services available within the village.
Large supermarket in Wicklow Town for weekly shopping and household essentials.
Nearby town centre with independent shops, services, cafés and takeaways.
Local facilities supporting clubs, recreation and community activities.
Public library offering books, study space, events and community services.
Nearby coastal areas provide walking, sea views and outdoor recreation.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club providing sporting and community activities.
Nearby clubs offer Gaelic football, hurling and underage participation opportunities.
Village organisations support local events, activities and neighbourhood participation.
Nearby town businesses provide cafés, restaurants, services and specialist retail.
Close-by Ashford adds cafés, local services and visitor-oriented businesses.
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