Living in Dublin 16, Co. Dublin: Schools, Commute & House Prices 2026
On this page
- Who lives in Dublin 16
- Commuting to Dublin
- Getting around Dublin 16
- Schools in Dublin 16
- Things to do in and around Dublin 16
- Where Dublin 16 is
- What it costs: house prices and rent in Dublin 16
- Before you move: planning and flood
- Recent development in Dublin 16
- Flood maps
- County context
- Common questions about living in Dublin 16
- Nearby Dublin towns
- Population and demographics
Is Dublin 16 a nice place to live?
Dublin 16 is home to about 293 households, 66% owner-occupied and 23% renting, according to Census 2022. The median sale price over the last 12 months was €680,000, versus €499,999 across the Dublin region. The Department of Education dataset lists 2 schools keyed to the town (1 primary, 1 post-primary), and there are 223 visitor attractions within 10 km. The nearest rail station is Booterstown, 9 km away, and 3 bus and rail routes serve the town. The sections below break each of these down.
Dublin 16 is a town in Co. Dublin, about 17 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 2 schools, 65.5% of households own their home. Living here costs a median €680,000 to buy.
Official CSO, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland, PPR & RTB data · 251 sales · PPR sales to Sep 2026 · CSO benchmark to Jul 2026 · rents Q4 2025 (RTB)
Who lives in Dublin 16: 65.5% own their home, full Census breakdown
Who lives in Dublin 16
945 people live in Dublin 16 on Census 2022 night. 66% of households own their home and 23% rent, so Dublin 16 leans towards owner occupiers. The most common way to commute is by car (72%). 19% are under 15 and 23% are aged 65 and over. 51% of those who have finished education hold a third level qualification.
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Population (2022) | 945 |
| Owner-occupied households | 66% |
| Rented households | 23% |
| Aged under 15 | 19% |
| Aged 25 to 44 | 28% |
| Aged 65 and over | 23% |
| Third level or higher | 51% |
| At work (aged 15+) | 54% |
| Unemployment rate | 3% |
| Commute by car | 72% |
| Commute by public transport | 10% |
| Commute on foot or bike | 14% |
Source: CSO Census 2022 Small Area Population Statistics, CC-BY 4.0. Figures are for the Tibradden electoral division around Dublin 16.
Commuting to Dublin
Nearest train station: Booterstown (9.0 km away), on the DART line
Public transport serving Dublin 16: 2 operators
Getting around Dublin 16
Dublin 16 is served by 2 public-transport operators running 3 scheduled routes. Operators are Go-Ahead Ireland and TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin.
| Operator | Mode |
|---|---|
| Go-Ahead Ireland | Bus / coach |
| TFI Local Link Kildare South Dublin | Bus / coach |
Scheduled routes
- 161 - Rockbrook - Dundrum
- SD3 - Tallaght - Bohernabreena
- SD4 - Tallaght - Tibradden
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 Dublin 16
There are 1 primary and 1 post-primary schools in and around Dublin 16.
| School | Level | Pupils | DEIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rockbrook Park School | Post-primary | 186 | |
| S N Bhaile Eamonn | Primary | 75 |
Source: Department of Education, Data on Individual Schools. CC-BY 4.0.
Things to do in and around Dublin 16
- Heritage nearby: Kilmashogue Megalithic Tomb (1 km) · Rathfarnham Castle (5 km) · Kilmainham Gaol (10 km) · Tully Church (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 Dublin 16 is
Map © OpenStreetMap contributors
What it costs: house prices and rent in Dublin 16
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price (12 mo) | €680,000 (+1.5% YoY) |
| Average monthly rent | n/a |
| Gross rental yield | n/a |
| Net yield (est.) | n/a |
| Dublin county median | €500k |
| New build / second-hand | €1,110,000 / €675,000 |
What this means: New builds in Dublin 16 sell at about a 64% premium to second-hand homes (€1,110,000 vs €675,000).
Recent sales in Dublin 16
| Date | Address | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 22 Sep 26 | 4 BALLINTYRE DOWNS, BALLINTEER, DUBLIN 16 | Second-hand | €675,000 |
| 17 Sep 26 | 18 GLENLYON PARK, KNOCKLYON, DUBLIN 16 | Second-hand | €585,000 |
| 17 Sep 26 | 23 KNOCKCULLEN PK, DUBLIN 16, DUBLIN | Second-hand | €895,000 |
| 09 Sep 26 | 27 BEVERLY DOWNS, KNOCKLYON, DUBLIN 16 | Second-hand | €631,000 |
| 09 Sep 26 | 34 MARLAY VIEW, BALLINTEER AVE, DUBLIN 16 | Second-hand | €410,000 |
| 07 Sep 26 | 36 GLENDOHER RD, DUBLIN 16, DUBLIN | Second-hand | €667,500 |
| 02 Sep 26 | 44 KINGSTON GROVE, BALLINTEER, DUBLIN 16 | Second-hand | €585,000 |
| 31 Aug 26 | 10 PINE VALLEY AVENUE, RATHFARNHAM, DUBLIN 16 | Second-hand | €902,000 |
Actual sale prices from the Property Price Register, verifiable at propertypriceregister.ie.
Dublin 16 median price, year by year
| Year | Median | Relative | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | €580,000 | 283 sales | |
| 2024 | €617,000 | 265 sales | |
| 2025 | €675,000 | 303 sales | |
| 2026 | €677,500 | 182 sales |
Maximum legal rent increase in Dublin 16
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
Dublin 16 compared with County Dublin
| County | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|
| Dublin 16 | 680000 | |
| County Dublin median | 500000 |
Local Property Tax in Dublin 16
The median home (€680,000) falls in LPT Band 6, a base charge of €618 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 Dublin 16
In the 12 months to September 2026, 7 planning grants were recorded in and around Dublin 16. Data gap: the DHLGH planning layer holds no Dublin City Council application received after 30 Jul 2026, although the council's own register is still publishing, so this figure understates the last 12 months until the department resumes ingestion.
| Decided | Development | Homes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-24 | Retention construction of single storey garage and utility room attached to the dwelling (replacing a demolished detached single storey garage) and... | |
| 2026-07-07 | Attic conversion with dormer to side to accommodate stairs to allow access to attic as non habitable storage space with roof windows to front & rear... | |
| 2026-09-16 | Full planning permission to decommission the existing toilet block containing sh | |
| 2026-07-14 | demolish existing house and construct new house, de-commission old septic tank and install new septic tank and percolation area | |
| 2026-07-03 | Permission for the construction of a new club facility. The development will |
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 Dublin 16, open the official OPW flood maps, the authoritative source for Dublin 16, Dublin.
View the official OPW flood maps for Dublin 16 →
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 · Sandycove · Mount Merrion · Rathgar · Glenageary · Rathmines
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 Dublin 16
What's it like to live in Dublin 16?
Dublin 16 is a town in Co. Dublin, about 17 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 2 schools, 65.5% of households own their home (CSO Census 2022, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland).
How much does it cost to live in Dublin 16?
A home in Dublin 16 costs a median €680,000 to buy (Property Price Register, RTB via CSO).
How long is the commute from Dublin 16 to Dublin?
About 17 minutes to Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, estimated.
What schools are in Dublin 16?
Schools in Dublin 16 include Rockbrook Park School, S N Bhaile Eamonn, among 1 primary and 1 post-primary in total (Department of Education, 2024/25).
What is the population of Dublin 16?
Dublin 16 had a population of 945 at the 2022 Census (CSO).
Population and demographics
Dublin 16 had a population of 945 at the 2022 Census.
| Population (2022 Census) | 945 |
|---|---|
| Households | 293 |
| Owner-occupied homes | 66% |
| Rented homes | 23% |
Source: CSO Census 2022 (CC BY 4.0). Household tenure from the same release.
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Each point is the median of that calendar year's open-market sales on the Property Price Register. 2026 is a part year, covering the 182 sales recorded to July 2026. Over the 12 months to 25 September 2026 the median was €680,000.
Could a home in Dublin 16 pay as a buy-to-let?
Pre-filled with Dublin 16's median price. There's no RTB rent for Dublin 16 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 Dublin 16?
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Assumes 4x gross income for a first-time buyer or 3.5x otherwise, plus your deposit, with no minimum deposit applied (the Central Bank's 10% floor can cap the price lower; the affordability calculator applies it), and a 3.7% rate over 30 years unless you change them.
Central Bank of Ireland mortgage measures (since Jan 2023): first-time buyers can borrow up to 4x gross income, movers and second or subsequent buyers up to 3.5x, both with a minimum 10% deposit. Figures are illustrative, not financial advice.
Stamp duty on a Dublin 16 property
Pre-filled with Dublin 16's median price. Change the purchase price, tick new build if it applies, and see your stamp duty and total cost instantly.
Irish residential stamp duty (rates in force since 2 October 2024): 1% on the first €1,000,000; 2% from €1,000,000 to €1,500,000; 6% on any amount above €1,500,000. New builds: duty is charged on the price net of 13.5% VAT. Figures are illustrative, not legal or financial advice.
Local Property Tax for a Dublin 16 home
Pre-filled with Dublin 16's median price. Uses the 2026 Revenue valuation bands (valuation date: 1 November 2025) and your local authority's 2026 adjustment factor.
Revenue LPT 2026-2030 band table and Local Adjustment Factors (source: revenue.ie). Each local authority can vary the base charge by up to 15%. Figures are illustrative; verify at Revenue's LPT service for your exact property.
Rent cap calculator for Dublin 16
No RTB rental data for Dublin 16 yet, so this starts from a typical Leinster rent. From 1 March 2026 all private tenancies are covered by national rent control: for a standard tenancy the annual increase is capped at 2% or CPI inflation, whichever is lower. This computes the 2% leg as an illustrative cap.
No figure for this tenancy type: it follows CPI with no 2% cap and this widget holds no CPI series. Use the official RTB Rent Calculator.
Residential Tenancies (Amendment) Act 2025; national rent control from 1 March 2026 (source: rtb.ie). Illustrative, not legal advice: if CPI is below 2% the lawful ceiling is lower, and the RTB Rent Calculator at rtb.ie is the official tool.
What a month in Dublin 16 costs
Real figures for Dublin 16: 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 Dublin 16'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.
More on Dublin 16
- Dublin 16 house prices: median, year trend and the latest sales recorded on the Property Price Register.
- Things to do in Dublin 16: attractions, heritage sites and walks nearby.
- What's on in Co. Dublin: festivals, markets and gigs, grouped by week and refreshed every Monday.
- Dublin planning applications by district: what has been lodged, granted and refused in the last 12 months.