Most Overrated Place to live in Ireland

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Dalkey is a lovely village but most definitely full of cunts

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In fairness whilst there is a stop called Stillorgan and it might lie in the general post code, it really doesn’t get near the “village”.

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It’s attractive for people who want a mansion with decent land & a quiet life (generally).

My personal explainer for people abroad who want to live in south Dublin is that I’d rather be dead in Sandycove than be alive west of the N11 once you get beyond Donnybrook. Mount Merrion is lovely (and has a unique fun fact about it) and all the areas are quite nice but I’m a seafaring individual.

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Foxrock is like a transplant straight from somewhere in the very affluent towns south of London. The street layouts, road signs etc. While it looks pretty but soulless

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Is this real life

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Was a great place for house parties though. Massive houses and people trapped there so they put on a show.

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It’s all about prioritises.

You can often get a bigger house in the “newer” suburbs and you will likely not encounter trouble (you’ll actually get a bit more in the seaside villages). So that’s appealing to some people, different strokes for different folks.

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I wouldn’t know Dublin but i’d hate to live in Castletroy. If I had to work or live around the city of Limerick/UL id be more inclined to live in Ahane/Murroe/Newport/Ballina.

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It all looks the same between the N11 and the M50. Everywhere is just a slightly different version of Rathfarnam

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So you just want to live close to Castletroy

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Galway is getting there. It should be absolute nirvana but it’s become a traffic filled haze. Most cars appear to be old diesels remarkable mainly for the absolute filth they spew out as they sit for hours.
Public transport is truly poor. Spiddal has a permanent no swim notice, and you’re advised not to swim.anywhere after rain.
It is expensive and crowded.
The county board are dreadful, nothing on clubber, and you don’t appear to be able to get a season ticket for the club. The club intermediate championship first round was looking for sixteen quid a ticket.
Knocknacarra sprawls like, well, a mouthful of broken teeth.
Town is losing its charm to chemist shops and super bars, and the drink driving laws have irretrievably damaged the social fabric.
It’s still great but jaysus they’re doing their best to ruin it.

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There is a real lack of decent pubs/nightlife between Ballsbridge/Donnybrook from my experience.

Is there even a pub in Donnybrook now since Kielys closed?

Those pubs across from the RDS have nothing going for them either.

Where do all the wealthy people in the area do their drinking or do they all head towards Baggott Street?

Gleesons in Booterstown or O’Briens on Leeson Street perhaps.

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Dalkey is the best place in Dublin to live . Has everything , a real village feel to it . Nobody passing through , you’re either going to dalkey or you won’t pass it .
Terenure Rathfanham templeogue grossly overrated, traffic and shops,.Stillorgan another spot that is just houses traffic and shops

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There’s a couple left and some good eateries.

The village itself is a glorified highway, it’s all about the side streets and proximity to everything else. Also close to the sea and on the Dodder which is critical.

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Was worried for a second there but noted you said dublin and not fingal

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Leave them off mate. Those that know, know.

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  1. Coastal Beauty: Stunning coastline with beautiful beaches like Portmarnock, Malahide, and Skerries.

  2. Excellent Transport Links: Close to Dublin Airport, easy access to Dublin city, and well-served by trains and buses.

  3. Great Job Opportunities: A hub for multinational companies, especially in tech, pharma, and logistics.

  4. Green Spaces: Plenty of parks, like Malahide Castle and Ardgillan Castle, offering scenic spots and outdoor activities.

  5. High-Quality Schools: Excellent primary and secondary schools, plus proximity to universities in Dublin.

  6. Safe and Family-Friendly: Low crime rates and family-oriented communities with activities for all ages.

  7. Vibrant Towns: Thriving towns like Swords, Malahide, and Howth with lively markets, restaurants, and shops.

  8. Rich Heritage: Historic sites, castles, and heritage trails that add a sense of culture and identity.

  9. Strong Community Spirit: Active local groups, sports clubs, and frequent community events.

  10. Balanced Urban and Rural Living: Enjoy the benefits of city access with the peace and charm of a coastal and countryside setting.

Fingal’s mix of natural beauty, convenience, and community appeal makes it a top choice for many.

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Castleknock especially the part east of the M50 is overrated as hell. Has close proximity to the Park but not the good part of the park. The bus routes into town aren’t great either. Roselawn and Laurel Lodge which are beyond the M50 and are more Blanchardstown have always seemed better places to live than anywhere in Castleknock.

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Holywell and drynam are hardly heaven but they do have a savage bus service, the swords express. Immediately after that the bus hits the m1 and port tunnel and youre in town in no time. I used to be just over 20mins from my gaff til i was sitting in the oarsman in ringsend. Unbelievable bus service.

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Is Thomastown out of your price range?