Living in Enfield, Co. Meath: Schools, Commute & House Prices 2026
On this page
- Who lives in Enfield
- Commuting to Dublin
- Getting around Enfield
- Schools in Enfield
- Things to do in and around Enfield
- Where Enfield is
- What it costs: house prices and rent in Enfield
- Before you move: planning and flood
- Recent development in Enfield
- Flood maps
- County context
- Common questions about living in Enfield
- Nearby Meath towns
- Population and demographics
Is Enfield a nice place to live?
Enfield is home to about 1,143 households, 71% owner-occupied and 24% renting, according to Census 2022. The median sale price over the last 12 months was €416,000, versus €450,000 across the Mid-East region, and the average rent reported by the RTB is €1,737 a month. The Department of Education dataset lists 3 schools keyed to the town (2 primary, 1 post-primary). The nearest rail station is Enfield, 0.1 km away, and 11 bus and rail routes serve the town. The sections below break each of these down.
Enfield is a town in Co. Meath, about 41 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 3 schools, 71.1% of households own their home. Living here costs a median €416,000 to buy or €1,737 a month to rent (RTB Q4 2025) (a 5.0% gross yield).
Official CSO, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland, PPR & RTB data · 85 sales · PPR sales to Sep 2026 · CSO benchmark to Jul 2026 · rents Q4 2025 (RTB)
Who lives in Enfield: 71.1% own their home, full Census breakdown
Who lives in Enfield
3,663 people live in Enfield on Census 2022 night. 71% of households own their home and 24% rent, so Enfield leans towards owner occupiers. The most common way to commute is by car (53%). It skews young: 29% are under 15 against 6% aged 65 and over. 46% of those who have finished education hold a third level qualification.
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Population (2022) | 3,663 |
| Owner-occupied households | 71% |
| Rented households | 24% |
| Aged under 15 | 29% |
| Aged 25 to 44 | 30% |
| Aged 65 and over | 6% |
| Third level or higher | 46% |
| At work (aged 15+) | 66% |
| Unemployment rate | 4% |
| Commute by car | 53% |
| Commute by public transport | 18% |
| Commute on foot or bike | 24% |
Source: CSO Census 2022 Small Area Population Statistics for the Enfield built-up area, CC-BY 4.0.
Commuting to Dublin
Nearest train station: Enfield (in the town), on the Maynooth and Sligo lines
Public transport serving Enfield: Rail + bus
Getting around Enfield
Enfield is served by 7 public-transport operators running 11 scheduled routes. Operators are Bus Éireann, Citylink, Go-Ahead Ireland, Iarnród Éireann / Irish Rail, Kearns Transport, McCaffrey Coaches and TFI Local Link Louth Meath Fingal.
| Operator | Mode |
|---|---|
| Bus Éireann | Bus / coach |
| Citylink | Bus / coach |
| Go-Ahead Ireland | Bus / coach |
| Iarnród Éireann / Irish Rail | Rail |
| Kearns Transport | Bus / coach |
| McCaffrey Coaches | Bus / coach |
| TFI Local Link Louth Meath Fingal | Bus / coach |
Scheduled routes
- 115 - Dublin - Mullingar
- 189 - Navan - Trim - Enfield
- 763 - Dublin Airport - Athlone - Galway
- 845 - Birr - Dublin
- 847 - Portumna - Dublin
- 115X - Connolly Station - Mullingar Stn
- 120C - Enfield - Tullamore
- DY02 - Enfield - Dunboyne
- UM02 - Birr - Maynooth
- rail - Dublin - Maynooth
- rail - Dublin - Sligo
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 Enfield
There are 2 primary and 1 post-primary schools in and around Enfield.
| School | Level | Pupils | DEIS |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Mary'S Primary School | Primary | 543 | |
| Enfield Community College | Post-primary | 532 | |
| S N Naomh Padraig | Primary | 148 |
Source: Department of Education, Data on Individual Schools. CC-BY 4.0.
Things to do in and around Enfield
- Heritage nearby: Trim Castle (16 km) · Maynooth Castle (16 km) · Bective Abbey (20 km) · Hill of Tara (23 km)
- Walking trails in County Meath: Royal Canal Way · Royal Canal Greenway Walking Trail · Drewstown Woods - Girley Bog walk · Littlewood - Forest Walk
Where Enfield is
Map © OpenStreetMap contributors
What it costs: house prices and rent in Enfield
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Median sale price (12 mo) | €416,000 (+7.0% YoY) |
| Average monthly rent (Q4 2025) | €1,737 |
| Gross rental yield | 5.0% |
| Net yield (est.) | 3.9% |
| Meath county median | €450k |
| New build / second-hand | €440,000 / €407,000 |
What this means: New builds in Enfield sell at about a 8% premium to second-hand homes (€440,000 vs €407,000).
Recent sales in Enfield
| Date | Address | Type | Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Sep 26 | 27 THE AVENUE, RATHDALE, ENFIELD | New | €308,370 |
| 04 Sep 26 | 4 Ballycarn Green, Ballycarn Lodge, Enfield | New | €339,207 |
| 26 Aug 26 | 52 The Garden, Johnstown Demesne, Enfield | New | €400,881 |
| 18 Aug 26 | 25 THE SQUARE, INNWOOD, ENFIELD | Second-hand | €292,000 |
| 14 Aug 26 | 20 GLEN ABHAINN LAWNS, ENFIELD, CO MEATH | Second-hand | €427,000 |
| 07 Aug 26 | 21 JOHNSTOWN WAY, ENFIELD, MEATH | Second-hand | €398,000 |
| 30 Jul 26 | 1 JOHNSTOWN WAY, ENFIELD, MEATH | Second-hand | €355,000 |
| 29 Jul 26 | 57 The Garden Johnstown, Demesne, Enfield | New | €422,907 |
Actual sale prices from the Property Price Register, verifiable at propertypriceregister.ie.
Enfield median price, year by year
| Year | Median | Relative | Sales |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | €367,500 | 88 sales | |
| 2024 | €380,000 | 79 sales | |
| 2025 | €396,000 | 63 sales | |
| 2026 | €408,000 | 50 sales |
Maximum legal rent increase in Enfield
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
Enfield compared with County Meath
| County | Median | Relative |
|---|---|---|
| County Meath median | 450000 | |
| Enfield | 416000 |
Rent or buy in Enfield?
At a glance: €416,000 to buy versus €1,737 a month to rent (RTB Q4 2025), a 5.0% gross yield.
Local Property Tax in Enfield
The median home (€416,000) falls in LPT Band 3, a base charge of €333 a year before Meath County Council's local adjustment factor. Use the calculator for your exact valuation.
Renting in Enfield: the March 2026 rent rules
Every rent increase is now capped at the lesser of 2% a year (pro rata) or CPI inflation, nationwide since 1 March 2026. A review needs 90 days' notice on the RTB form, no more than one in any 12 months, and the notice must cite three comparable homes from the RTB Rent Register. Check any rent increase against the legal cap, or see average rents for every Leinster town.
Before you move: planning and flood
Recent development in Enfield
In the 12 months to September 2026, 49 planning grants were recorded in and around Enfield, including 124 new homes approved across those grants.
| Decided | Development | Homes |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-04 | The development will consist of alterations to the previously permitted planning reference no. 22959 that permitted 69 dwellings (which included 7no... | 81 |
| 2026-04-17 | File Reg: TA200317 - : 1) the demolition of an existing detached single storey dwelling and detached domestic garage/shed and (2) the construction of... | 12 |
| 2025-12-22 | The proposed development will consist of amendments to permitted Duplex Block 6 that accommodates a Creche and 9 no. duplex units. The proposed... | 8 |
| 2026-02-12 | The development will consist of:` (i) Refurbishment (including partial demolition) and two storey extension to existing two storey detached dwelling... | 4 |
| 2026-05-19 | the development consists of permission to construct a single storey dwelling with attic living accommodation, domestic garage, well and to construct... | 3 |
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.
What this means: The 124 homes approved here in the last year are about 11% of Enfield's roughly 1,143 households, a supply pipeline that typically eases price pressure.
Flood maps
For the modelled fluvial, coastal and pluvial flood extents around Enfield, open the official OPW flood maps, the authoritative source for Enfield, Meath.
View the official OPW flood maps for Enfield →
Source: Office of Public Works, floodinfo.ie. No OPW flood-extent values are reproduced here.
County context
| Measure | Figure |
|---|---|
| Population (2022 Census) | 220,826 |
| Population change 2016 to 2022 | +13.2% |
| Disposable income per person (index, State = 100) | 98.4 |
| New dwelling permissions (Mid-East region, 2017) | 657 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 Meath towns
Dunboyne · Ashbourne · Dunshaughlin · Ratoath · Clonee · Stamullen
All Meath 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 Enfield
What's it like to live in Enfield?
Enfield is a town in Co. Meath, about 41 minutes from Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, 3 schools, 71.1% of households own their home (CSO Census 2022, Department of Education, Transport for Ireland).
How much does it cost to live in Enfield?
A home in Enfield costs a median €416,000 to buy or €1,737 a month to rent (RTB Q4 2025), a 5.0% gross yield (Property Price Register, RTB via CSO).
How long is the commute from Enfield to Dublin?
About 41 minutes to Dublin city centre by car and on the rail line, estimated.
What schools are in Enfield?
Schools in Enfield include St. Mary'S Primary School, Enfield Community College, S N Naomh Padraig, among 2 primary and 1 post-primary in total (Department of Education, 2024/25).
What is the population of Enfield?
Enfield had a population of 3,663 at the 2022 Census (CSO).
Population and demographics
Enfield had a population of 3,663 at the 2022 Census.
| Population (2022 Census) | 3,663 |
|---|---|
| Households | 1,143 |
| Owner-occupied homes | 71% |
| Rented homes | 24% |
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 50 sales recorded to July 2026. Over the 12 months to 25 September 2026 the median was €416,000.
Could a home in Enfield pay as a buy-to-let?
Pre-filled with Enfield's median price and average rent (RTB Q4 2025). Change any 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 Enfield?
Pre-filled with Enfield's median price. Adjust the income and deposit and it recalculates instantly.
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 Enfield property
Pre-filled with Enfield'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 Enfield home
Pre-filled with Enfield'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 Enfield
Pre-filled with Enfield's average rent (RTB). From 1 March 2026 all private tenancies in Ireland 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 Enfield costs
Real figures for Enfield: 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), Q4 2025. Ownership: repayment mortgage on Enfield'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 Enfield
- Enfield house prices: median, year trend and the latest sales recorded on the Property Price Register.
- Things to do in Enfield: attractions, heritage sites and walks nearby.
- What's on in Co. Meath: festivals, markets and gigs, grouped by week and refreshed every Monday.
- Planning applications in Co. Meath: what has been lodged, granted and refused in the last 12 months.