Living in Carpenterstown, Co. Dublin: Schools, Commute & House Prices 2026
On this page
- Who lives in Carpenterstown
- Getting around and commuting
- Getting around Carpenterstown
- Schools in Carpenterstown
- Things to do in and around Carpenterstown
- Where Carpenterstown is
- What it costs: house prices and rent in Carpenterstown
- Before you move: planning and flood
- Recent development in Carpenterstown
- Flood maps
- County context
- Common questions about living in Carpenterstown
- Nearby Dublin towns
- Population and demographics
Is Carpenterstown a nice place to live?
Carpenterstown is home to about 6,929 households, 72% owner-occupied and 24% renting, according to Census 2022. The median sale price over the last 12 months was €487,500, versus €500,000 across the Dublin region. The Department of Education dataset lists 2 schools keyed to the town (2 primary), and there are 474 visitor attractions within 10 km. The nearest rail station is Coolmine, 0.5 km away, and 2 bus and rail routes serve the town. The sections below break each of these down.
Carpenterstown is a town in Co. Dublin, about 15 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 2 schools, 71.9% of households own their home. Living here costs a median €487,500 to buy.
Official CSO, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland, PPR & RTB data · 18 sales · updated July 2026
Who lives in Carpenterstown: 71.9% own their home, full Census breakdown
Who lives in Carpenterstown
20,967 people live in Carpenterstown on Census 2022 night. 72% of households own their home and 24% rent, so Carpenterstown leans towards owner occupiers. The most common way to commute is by car (52%). It skews young: 22% are under 15 against 11% aged 65 and over. 64% of those who have finished education hold a third level qualification.
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Population (2022) | 20,967 |
| Owner-occupied households | 72% |
| Rented households | 24% |
| Aged under 15 | 22% |
| Aged 25 to 44 | 30% |
| Aged 65 and over | 11% |
| Third level or higher | 64% |
| At work (aged 15+) | 63% |
| Unemployment rate | 3% |
| Commute by car | 52% |
| Commute by public transport | 20% |
| Commute on foot or bike | 26% |
Source: CSO Census 2022 Small Area Population Statistics, CC-BY 4.0. Figures are for the Castleknock-Knockmaroon electoral division around Carpenterstown.
Getting around and commuting
Nearest train station: Coolmine (in the town), on the Maynooth line
Public transport serving Carpenterstown: 2 operators
Getting around Carpenterstown
Carpenterstown is served by 2 public-transport operators running 2 scheduled routes. Operators are Bus Átha Cliath – Dublin Bus and Nitelink, Dublin Bus.
| Operator | Mode |
|---|---|
| Bus Átha Cliath – Dublin Bus | Bus / coach |
| Nitelink, Dublin Bus | Bus / coach |
Scheduled routes
- 37 - Blanchardstown Shopping Centre - Wilton Terrace
- 70n - Westmoreland Street - Tyrrelstown
Source: Transport for Ireland GTFS_All feed (NTA), CC-BY 4.0. Stops matched to the town within a 6 km radius; route list capped.
Schools in Carpenterstown
There are 2 primary schools in and around Carpenterstown.
| School | Level | Pupils | DEIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| St Patricks Ns | Primary | 867 | |
| Scoil Thomais | Primary | 622 |
Source: Department of Education, Data on Individual Schools. CC-BY 4.0.
Things to do in and around Carpenterstown
- Heritage nearby: Kilmainham Gaol (6 km) · St. Audoens Church, Dublin City (8 km) · St. Mary's Abbey Abbey, Dublin City (8 km) · Casino Marino, Dublin City (10 km)
- Walking trails in County Dublin: Wicklow Way · Barnaslingan - Pine loop trail (Blue) · Barnaslingan - Scalp Lookout Trail (Red) · Carrickgollogan - Lead Mines Way - (Orange)
- Nature reserves: Wicklow Mountains National Park · North Bull Island Nature Reserve · Rogerstown Estuary Nature Reserve
Where Carpenterstown is
Map © OpenStreetMap contributors
What it costs: house prices and rent in Carpenterstown
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price (12 mo) | €487,500 (+4.8% YoY) |
| Average monthly rent | — |
| Gross rental yield | — |
| Net yield (est.) | — |
| Dublin county median | €500k |
| New build / second-hand | — / €487,500 |
Recent sales in Carpenterstown
| Date | Address | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Jun 26 | 32 THE ORCHARD, CARPENTERSTOWN, CASTLEKNOCK DUBLIN 15 | Second-hand | €381,000 |
| 21 Apr 26 | 86 FERNLEIGH DR, CARPENTERSTOWN, DUBLIN 15 | Second-hand | €390,000 |
| 02 Apr 26 | 6 SAND HOLES, CARPENTERSTOWN RD, CARPENTERSTOWN | Second-hand | €655,000 |
| 06 Feb 26 | 12 RIVERWOOD GARDENS, CARPENTERSTOWN, CASTLEKNOCK DUBLIN 15 | Second-hand | €520,000 |
| 01 Dec 25 | 28 WARREN AVE, CARPENTERSTOWN, CASTLEKNOCK DUBLIN 15 | Second-hand | €465,000 |
| 24 Nov 25 | 14 RIVERWOD LAWN, CARPENTERSTOWN, CASTLEKNOCK | Second-hand | €609,500 |
| 05 Nov 25 | 5 SUNDAYS WELL, BRACKEN PARK, CARPENTERSTOWN | Second-hand | €510,000 |
| 30 Oct 25 | 25B FERNLEIGH DR, CARPENTERSTOWN, CASTLEKNOCK DUBLIN 15 | Second-hand | €350,000 |
Actual sale prices from the Property Price Register, verifiable at propertypriceregister.ie.
Carpenterstown median price, year by year
| Year | Median | Relative | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | €511,000 | 21 sales | |
| 2024 | €473,750 | 24 sales | |
| 2025 | €465,000 | 22 sales | |
| 2026 | €455,000 | 4 sales |
Maximum legal rent increase in Carpenterstown
Since 1 March 2026 a rent review is capped at the lower of 2% a year (pro rata) or CPI inflation.
The full March 2026 rent review rules
Carpenterstown compared with County Dublin
| County | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|
| County Dublin median | 500000 | |
| Carpenterstown | 487500 |
Local Property Tax in Carpenterstown
The median home (€487,500) falls in LPT Band 4, a base charge of €428 a year before Dublin County Council's local adjustment factor. Use the calculator for your exact valuation.
Before you move: planning and flood
Recent development in Carpenterstown
In the 12 months to July 2026, 28 planning grants were recorded in and around Carpenterstown.
| Decided | Development | Homes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-26 | Permission for the installation of an external heat pump unit on the e | |
| 2026-05-19 | The development will consist of alterations to the existing roof by ex | |
| 2026-04-28 | Planning Permission for hip build up into gable end at attic level. At | |
| 2026-04-28 | Attic conversion for storage with a dormer window and rooflight to th | |
| 2026-03-13 | The development will consist of a single-storey side and rear extensio |
Source: Irish Planning Applications, Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage (ArcGIS, CC-BY 4.0). Granted applications keyed to the nearest town within 7 km. Homes column shows residential units in the application where recorded.
Flood maps
For the modelled fluvial, coastal and pluvial flood extents around Carpenterstown, open the official OPW flood maps, the authoritative source for Carpenterstown, Dublin.
View the official OPW flood maps for Carpenterstown →
Source: Office of Public Works, floodinfo.ie. No OPW flood-extent values are reproduced here.
County context
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Population (2022 Census) | 1,458,154 |
| Population change 2016 to 2022 | +8.2% |
| Disposable income per person (index, State = 100) | 116.6 |
| New dwelling permissions (Dublin region, 2017) | 848 thousand m² |
Planning permissions are reported at NUTS3 region level; counties in this region share a figure.
Sources: CSO F1001, CIA02, BHQ09. CC-BY 4.0.
Nearby Dublin towns
Dartry · Mount Merrion · Sandycove · Glenageary · Rathgar · Dalkey
All Dublin house prices · All Leinster house prices
Sources: CSO Census 2022, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland, Property Price Register (PSRA), CSO RPPI, RTB via CSO. CC-BY. Figures verifiable at the official source.
Common questions about living in Carpenterstown
What's it like to live in Carpenterstown?
Carpenterstown is a town in Co. Dublin, about 15 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 2 schools, 71.9% of households own their home (CSO Census 2022, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland).
How much does it cost to live in Carpenterstown?
A home in Carpenterstown costs a median €487,500 to buy (Property Price Register, RTB via CSO).
How long is the commute from Carpenterstown to Dublin?
About 15 minutes to Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line (OpenStreetMap routing).
What schools are in Carpenterstown?
Schools in Carpenterstown include St Patricks Ns, Scoil Thomais, among 2 primary and 0 post-primary in total (Department of Education, 2024/25).
What is the population of Carpenterstown?
Carpenterstown had a population of 20,967 at the 2022 Census (CSO).
Population and demographics
Carpenterstown had a population of 20,967 at the 2022 Census.
| Population (2022 Census) | 20,967 |
|---|---|
| Households | 6,929 |
| Owner-occupied homes | 72% |
| Rented homes | 24% |
Source: CSO Census 2022 (CC BY 4.0). Household tenure from the same release.
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Median of open-market sales each year (Property Price Register). Latest year is partial.
Could a home in Carpenterstown pay as a buy-to-let?
Pre-filled with Carpenterstown's median price. There's no RTB rent for Carpenterstown yet, so the monthly rent below is an estimate — change it to a real figure and it recalculates instantly.
Illustrative. Assumes ~18% of rent for management, insurance and voids; 25-year mortgage on the borrowed share; ~4% acquisition costs. Not financial advice.
What can you afford to buy in Carpenterstown?
Pre-filled with Carpenterstown's median price. Adjust the income and deposit and it recalculates instantly.
Central Bank rules: 3.5x gross income for most buyers; first-time buyers can borrow up to 90% LTV. Figures are illustrative, not financial advice.
Stamp duty on a Carpenterstown property
Pre-filled with Carpenterstown's median price. Change the purchase price and see your stamp duty and total cost instantly.
Irish residential stamp duty: 1% on the first €1,000,000; 2% on any amount above. Figures are illustrative, not legal or financial advice.
Local Property Tax for a Carpenterstown home
Pre-filled with Carpenterstown's median price. Uses the 2026 Revenue valuation bands (valuation date: 1 November 2025).
Revenue LPT 2026-2030 band table (source: revenue.ie). Your local authority can vary the base charge by up to 15%. Figures are illustrative; verify at Revenue's LPT reckoner for your exact property.
Rent cap calculator for Carpenterstown
No RTB rental data for Carpenterstown yet -- starting from a typical Leinster rent. From 1 March 2026 all private tenancies are covered by national rent control: the annual increase is capped at 2% or CPI inflation, whichever is lower.
Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Act 2025; national rent control from 1 March 2026 (source: rtb.ie). RPZ_CAP_PCT = 2.0% per annum -- flagged for Bryan to verify the exact statutory rate before publishing. Figures are illustrative, not legal advice.
What a month in Carpenterstown costs
Real figures for Carpenterstown: RTB average rent and an ownership estimate built on the median sale price. Adjust the mortgage rate and deposit and it recalculates instantly.
Rent: RTB average monthly rents (RIQ02). Ownership: repayment mortgage on Carpenterstown's median Property Price Register sale price over 30 years, plus Revenue's 2026 LPT band charge divided by 12. Excludes utilities, insurance, management fees and council LPT adjustments. Illustrative, not financial advice.
See the full Carpenterstown house prices page: median, year trend, rents by bedroom, yields and recent sales.
Visiting first? Things to do in Carpenterstown covers attractions, heritage sites and walks nearby.