Nature, Good schools & Safety - Why Dun Laoghaire & Howth are the best two places to live in Dublin - Part 1

Being an expat who recently came to Dublin and also being a father of a two year old toddler, it was very important for me to search for a place to live in the county where not only I but my family feels safe, comfortable and where we can enjoy life to the maximum while also reaping benefits of closeness to work and access to amenities and schools.

I had lived in the areas of Dublin 8 previously near Phoenix Park for 6.5 months. While the area was great an near the city center it was not the ideal place to raise a family. Being a person who loves nature and the sea I had explored Dublin (on foot I must say) to many places and found out two best places to live in. Howth and Dun Laoghaire.

While I have moved to Dun Laoghaire recently I will list down for all of you parents searching for a place to move / live in.

Finding the place:

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Be prepared to dish out from 2000  - 3000 Euros / month I must say as these areas come with a cost to live !


Safety: 

While Dublin ranks 33rd in Numbeos survey for city safety, I believe each area has its pros and cons. While I was surprised that odd numbers like Dublin 5, Dublin 7, Dublin 9 were considered as risky and dangerous and all even numbered towns like Dublin 8, Dublin 12, Dublin 4 are considered as less risky and nice. It all depends on your budget plus your likeness about the area. I suggest you go on foot and explore the area especially over the weekends and in the night (in a cab / GoCar offcourse).

School / Education 

Dun La

Transport


Things to do

Parks


Nature places


Shopping


P.S. You can read move about the cliff of Howth and Hiking trail on a different article here.

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Location: Dublin, Ireland

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