Living in Dublin 9, Co. Dublin: Schools, Commute & House Prices 2026
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- Who lives in Dublin 9
- Getting around and commuting
- Getting around Dublin 9
- Schools in Dublin 9
- Things to do in and around Dublin 9
- Where Dublin 9 is
- What it costs: house prices and rent in Dublin 9
- Before you move: planning and flood
- Recent development in Dublin 9
- Flood maps
- County context
- Common questions about living in Dublin 9
- Nearby Dublin towns
- Population and demographics
Is Dublin 9 a nice place to live?
Dublin 9 is home to about 1,669 households, 68% owner-occupied and 26% renting, according to Census 2022. The median sale price over the last 12 months was €530,000, versus €490,500 across the Dublin region. The Department of Education dataset lists 3 schools keyed to the town (2 primary, 1 post-primary), and there are 538 visitor attractions within 10 km. The nearest rail station is Drumcondra, 2.7 km away, and 18 bus and rail routes serve the town. The sections below break each of these down.
Dublin 9 is a town in Co. Dublin, about 12 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 3 schools, 67.7% of households own their home. Living here costs a median €530,000 to buy.
Official CSO, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland, PPR & RTB data · 393 sales · updated July 2026
Who lives in Dublin 9: 67.7% own their home, full Census breakdown
Who lives in Dublin 9
4,371 people live in Dublin 9 on Census 2022 night. 68% of households own their home and 26% rent, so Dublin 9 leans towards owner occupiers. The most common way to commute is by car (40%). 16% are under 15 and 17% are aged 65 and over. 45% of those who have finished education hold a third level qualification.
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Population (2022) | 4,371 |
| Owner-occupied households | 68% |
| Rented households | 26% |
| Aged under 15 | 16% |
| Aged 25 to 44 | 33% |
| Aged 65 and over | 17% |
| Third level or higher | 45% |
| At work (aged 15+) | 58% |
| Unemployment rate | 5% |
| Commute by car | 40% |
| Commute by public transport | 25% |
| Commute on foot or bike | 32% |
Source: CSO Census 2022 Small Area Population Statistics, CC-BY 4.0. Figures are for the Whitehall B electoral division around Dublin 9.
Getting around and commuting
Nearest train station: Drumcondra (2.7 km away), on several Dublin intercity lines
Public transport serving Dublin 9: 3 operators
Getting around Dublin 9
Dublin 9 is served by 3 public-transport operators running 18 scheduled routes. Operators are Bus Átha Cliath – Dublin Bus, Go-Ahead Ireland and Nitelink, Dublin Bus.
| Operator | Mode |
|---|---|
| Bus Átha Cliath – Dublin Bus | Bus / coach |
| Go-Ahead Ireland | Bus / coach |
| Nitelink, Dublin Bus | Bus / coach |
Scheduled routes (a sample of 18)
- 1 - Sandymount - O'Connell Street - Santry
- 16 - Ballinteer - Dublin Airport
- 33 - Balbriggan - Lower Abbey St
- 41 - Swords Manor - Lower Abbey Street
- 44 - Enniskerry - DCU
- N4 - Blanchardstown - Point Village
- 104 - Clontarf Station - DCU (The Helix)
- 126 - Dublin - Rathangan
- 16D - Airport - Beaumont Village - Ballinteer not
- 220 - DCU (The Helix) - Lady's Well Road
- 33E - Lwr Abbey St - Portrane - Skerries
- 33n - Westmoreland Street - Balbriggan
- 41B - Rolestown - Lower Abbey Street
- 41C - Swords Manor Via River Valley - Lower Abbey St
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 9
There are 2 primary and 1 post-primary schools in and around Dublin 9.
| School | Level | Pupils | DEIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Aidan'S C.B.S. | Post-primary | 728 | |
| Holy Child National School | Primary | 495 | |
| Scoil An Leinbh Iosa Boys Seniors | Primary | 297 |
Source: Department of Education, Data on Individual Schools. CC-BY 4.0.
Things to do in and around Dublin 9
- Heritage nearby: Casino Marino, Dublin City (2 km) · St. Mary's Abbey Abbey, Dublin City (5 km) · St. Audoens Church, Dublin City (5 km) · Kilmainham Gaol (7 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 9 is
Map © OpenStreetMap contributors
What it costs: house prices and rent in Dublin 9
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price (12 mo) | €530,000 (+2.9% YoY) |
| Average monthly rent | — |
| Gross rental yield | — |
| Net yield (est.) | — |
| Dublin county median | €500k |
| New build / second-hand | €3,882,699 / €530,000 |
What this means: New builds in Dublin 9 sell at about a 633% premium to second-hand homes (€3,882,699 vs €530,000).
Recent sales in Dublin 9
| Date | Address | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Jun 26 | 46 ELM RD, DONNYCARNEY, DUBLIN 9 | Second-hand | €353,984 |
| 29 Jun 26 | 15 WALNUT LAWN, COURTLANDS, DUBLIN 9 | Second-hand | €980,000 |
| 29 Jun 26 | 30 ELM MOUNT RD, BEAUMONT, DUBLIN 9 | Second-hand | €680,000 |
| 29 Jun 26 | 77 WALSH RD, DRUMCONDRA, DUBLIN 9 | Second-hand | €607,000 |
| 26 Jun 26 | 180 SANTRY CLOSE, SANTRY, DUBLIN 9 | Second-hand | €585,000 |
| 26 Jun 26 | 44 SHANTALLA DRIVE, BEAUMONT, DUBLIN 9 | Second-hand | €540,000 |
| 25 Jun 26 | 37 BELTON PARK AVENUE, DONNYCARNEY, DUBLIN 9 | Second-hand | €493,500 |
| 23 Jun 26 | 312 COLLINSWOOD, COLLINS AVE, DUBLIN 9 | Second-hand | €640,000 |
Actual sale prices from the Property Price Register, verifiable at propertypriceregister.ie.
Dublin 9 median price, year by year
| Year | Median | Relative | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | €460,000 | 490 sales | |
| 2024 | €490,000 | 448 sales | |
| 2025 | €520,000 | 445 sales | |
| 2026 | €540,000 | 148 sales |
Maximum legal rent increase in Dublin 9
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 9 compared with County Dublin
| County | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|
| Dublin 9 | 530000 | |
| County Dublin median | 500000 |
Local Property Tax in Dublin 9
The median home (€530,000) falls in LPT Band 5, a base charge of €523 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 9
In the 12 months to July 2026, 17 planning grants were recorded in and around Dublin 9.
| Decided | Development | Homes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-17 | RETENTION:Retention of the conversion of single storey garage at side of dwelling to a bedroom with ensuite shower room, a single storey conservatory... | 1 |
| 2026-04-17 | RETENTION:Retention of the conversion of single storey garage at side of dwelling to a bedroom with ensuite shower room, a single storey conservatory... | 1 |
| 2026-04-15 | Garage conversion and replace existing garage door at front with single door glazed unit and all associated site works. | |
| 2026-03-19 | The development will consist of 1. the construction of a single storey rear and side extension incorporating internal ground floor modifications, 2... | |
| 2026-03-19 | Single storey porch to front of the property , 2 metres by 2 metres. |
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 9, open the official OPW flood maps, the authoritative source for Dublin 9, Dublin.
View the official OPW flood maps for Dublin 9 →
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 Dublin 9
What's it like to live in Dublin 9?
Dublin 9 is a town in Co. Dublin, about 12 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 3 schools, 67.7% of households own their home (CSO Census 2022, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland).
How much does it cost to live in Dublin 9?
A home in Dublin 9 costs a median €530,000 to buy (Property Price Register, RTB via CSO).
How long is the commute from Dublin 9 to Dublin?
About 12 minutes to Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line (OpenStreetMap routing).
What schools are in Dublin 9?
Schools in Dublin 9 include St. Aidan'S C.B.S., Holy Child National School, Scoil An Leinbh Iosa Boys Seniors, among 2 primary and 1 post-primary in total (Department of Education, 2024/25).
What is the population of Dublin 9?
Dublin 9 had a population of 4,371 at the 2022 Census (CSO).
Population and demographics
Dublin 9 had a population of 4,371 at the 2022 Census.
| Population (2022 Census) | 4,371 |
|---|---|
| Households | 1,669 |
| Owner-occupied homes | 68% |
| Rented homes | 26% |
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 Dublin 9 pay as a buy-to-let?
Pre-filled with Dublin 9's median price. There's no RTB rent for Dublin 9 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 9?
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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 Dublin 9 property
Pre-filled with Dublin 9'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 Dublin 9 home
Pre-filled with Dublin 9'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 Dublin 9
No RTB rental data for Dublin 9 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 Dublin 9 costs
Real figures for Dublin 9: 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 9'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 Dublin 9 house prices page: median, year trend, rents by bedroom, yields and recent sales.
Visiting first? Things to do in Dublin 9 covers attractions, heritage sites and walks nearby.