About Wicklow Town
Wicklow Town is a coastal county town on the east coast, set around Wicklow Harbour and backed by the Wicklow Mountains. It has a settled, community-oriented feel, with established residential areas, newer housing and easy access to beaches and countryside around Blainroe, Kilbride and Glenealy. Families have local primary and secondary education options, including Educate Together Secondary School Wicklow, while further schools and colleges are accessible towards Rathnew, Arklow and Dublin. The town is served by Irish Rail and regular bus routes, with the N11/M11 providing the main commuting connection north and south; driving is generally useful for reaching surrounding villages and employment centres. Main Street and the town centre provide supermarkets, independent shops, cafés, restaurants, pubs and everyday services, with additional retail at nearby Wicklow Retail Park and in Rathnew. Leisure options include Wicklow Harbour, the Murrough, coastal walks, local sports clubs and access to scenic beaches such as Brittas Bay. Historic landmarks including Wicklow Gaol and the ruins of the Black Castle add character, while the town’s parks, library and community facilities support a practical year-round lifestyle.
Property Market in Wicklow Town
Based on 53 properties for sale in Wicklow Town
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New listings covers the last 3 months; all other figures reflect properties currently for sale.
What’s in Wicklow Town
Schools
Multi-denominational secondary school serving Wicklow Town and surrounding communities.
Visit website ↗Multi-denominational primary school providing local education for younger children.
Local secondary education option with an inclusive, co-educational ethos.
Visit website ↗Established primary school serving families in Wicklow Town.
Transport
Plan your journey ↗Dublin-Rosslare rail services provide connections northwards and along the east coast.
Local and regional buses connect the town with Dublin, Arklow, Rathnew and surrounding areas.
Main strategic route linking Wicklow with Dublin, Arklow and towns across County Wicklow.
Convenient fuel, shop and roadside services near Wicklow Town.
Amenities
Historic former prison and visitor attraction overlooking the town centre.
Working harbour area suited to waterfront walks, views and local maritime activity.
Public library offering books, study space, events and community services.
Main Street shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, pubs and everyday town services.
Long-established town-centre venue known for food, drinks and a lively atmosphere.
Visit website ↗Coastal golf club with scenic views across Wicklow Bay and surrounding countryside.
Coastal open space providing walks, wildlife habitats and recreation beside the town.
Local Clubs & Businesses
Local Gaelic games club providing football, hurling and community participation.
Community rugby club serving players and families across the town and hinterland.
Local association football club with teams and activities for different age groups.
Harbour-based club supporting sailing, training and water-based community activities.
Traditional harbour celebration bringing rowing, racing and community entertainment to the town.
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