Kylemore is an industrial and employment-focused area on Dublin's south-west edge, situated between Inchicore and Ballyfermot along the existing rail corridor. Currently characterized by warehouses, car parks, and ESB facilities, it's undergoing significant transformation as part of the City Edge regeneration project, which will introduce thousands of new homes, schools, and public spaces over the coming years. The area has a small current population of around 2,500 residents, many of whom commute to work by public transport or car.
Overview
CSO Census 2022 · Small Area Population Statistics
Population
2,557
Census 2022
Owner occupied
65.8%
National: 65.9%
Crime rate per 1,000
67.4
National avg: 54.1
Kylemore is a small, tight-knit community with a population of 2,557 residents and ownership rates in line with the national average at 65.8%. However, the crime rate of 67.4 per 1,000 is notably higher than the national average of 54.1, suggesting this is an area with some safety concerns that prospective residents should be aware of.
Age Profile
CSO Census 2022 · Table 1 population by age
Age distribution
Kylemore vs national average (%)
Kylemore
National
The community skews slightly older than average, with 15.5% of residents over 65 compared to the national average of 15.1%, and fewer young children at 17.0% versus 19.7% nationally.
Under 14
17.0%
National: 19.7%
65 and over
15.5%
National: 15.1%
Male / Female
48.1% / 51.9%
National: 49.4% / 50.6%
Economic Status
CSO Census 2022 · Table 8 principal economic status (aged 15+)
Economic status
Kylemore vs National (%)
Kylemore
National
vs national average
At work
Retired
Student
Looking after home/family
Employment patterns are mixed, with 52.1% of residents at work (below the national 56.1%) and notably low work-from-home rates at 4.5%, suggesting residents tend to commute to employment elsewhere rather than work locally.
Third Level Education
CSO Census 2022 · Table 10 highest level of education completed
vs national average
Third level education
Educational attainment is significantly below the national average, with only 16.2% holding third-level qualifications compared to 39.2% nationally, indicating a less university-educated population.
Crime & Safety
CSO Recorded Crime Statistics · Garda subdistrict level · 2024
Crime rate per 1,000
67.4
National avg: 54.1
vs national average
25% above national average
2024 recorded crime
3-year avg rate
64.5
Per 1,000 · 2022–2024
Higher than average crime: The Ballyfermot Garda subdistrict records a crime rate of 67.4 per 1,000 — 25% above the national average of 54.06. This is typical of busy urban or commercial areas where higher footfall drives more recorded incidents.
Crime rate is based on recorded incidents in the Ballyfermot Garda subdistrict (population 32,849), which covers Kylemore and surrounding areas. Data: CSO Recorded Crime Statistics.
Commuting
CSO Census 2022 · Table 11 departure times & travel mode
Departure time for work / school
Kylemore vs National (%)
Kylemore
National
How people travel to work
Kylemore vs National (%)
Kylemore
National
vs national average
Work from home
Public transport
Car / van
Kylemore residents show a strong reliance on public transport, with 21.7% commuting by bus or train compared to just 7.9% nationally—a reflection of the area's proximity to Dublin's rail network. However, 46.8% still drive to work, and notably 33.5% have no car access, well above the national average of 13.4%, suggesting some residents face transport challenges.
Nationality & Ethnicity
CSO Census 2022 · Table 2 nationality and ethnicity
Citizenship / nationality
Kylemore vs National (%)
Kylemore
National
Ethnicity
Kylemore vs National (%)
Kylemore
National
vs national average
Irish citizen
White Irish ethnicity
Religion
CSO Census 2022 · Table 4 religion
Religion
Kylemore vs National (%)
Kylemore
National
vs national average
Catholic
No religion
Irish Language
CSO Census 2022 · Table 3 Irish speakers aged 3 and over
Can speak Irish
18.0%
National: 39.83%
Speak Irish daily outside school
0.9%
National: 4.11%
vs national average
Can speak Irish
Daily outside school
Kylemore derives from the Irish 'Coill Mór', meaning 'great wood' or 'great forest', reflecting the area's historical landscape before industrial development. The name hints at the area's rural past, a character that is set to be partially reclaimed through the planned green infrastructure linking Tymon Park to Phoenix Park as part of the regeneration scheme.
Housing & Tenure
CSO Census 2022 · Table 6 type of occupancy and accommodation
Owner occupied
65.8%
National: 65.9%
Private renting
5.8%
National: 18.0%
Social housing
23.2%
National: 10.0%
Ownership breakdown
Owned with mortgage
Owned outright
Dwelling type
House/Bungalow
Flat/Apartment
Cars per household
No car
Two or more cars
The housing stock is exclusively houses rather than apartments, with zero flats or apartments recorded in the 2022 Census, and a very low private rental rate of 5.8% compared to 18.0% nationally, indicating a predominantly owner-occupied, single-family home area.
Health
CSO Census 2022 · Table 12 self-reported general health
Good or very good health
76.7%
National: 82.9%
Fair health
11.8%
National: 8.6%
Bad or very bad health
2.9%
National: 1.7%
Smokers
20.3%
National: 17.03%
Self-reported health
Kylemore vs National (%)
Kylemore
National
Health outcomes are below the national average, with 76.7% reporting good or very good health compared to 82.9% nationally, suggesting residents experience somewhat higher rates of health challenges.
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