Is Finglas rough?

According to official statistics, Dublin West – which covers suburbs including Blanchardstown and Finglas – had the city's third-highest crime rate in 2018 (although it was significantly lower than crime in inner city areas, at 539 offences per 10,000 population).
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What is the roughest area in Dublin?

Unsafe areas of Dublin – areas you are advised to avoid or visit with caution
  • Ballymun. Ballymun is another place with stunning attractions. ...
  • Tallaght. Tallaght is regarded as one of the most dangerous areas in Dublin. ...
  • Pearse Street. ...
  • Blanchardstown. ...
  • Dublin West. ...
  • Dublin City Centre. ...
  • Portobello. ...
  • Smithfield.
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What's the roughest city in Ireland?

Limerick has the highest crime levels for sex offences and criminal damage to property, while Waterford has the worst crime rate for assaults, weapons and explosives offences. Cork is the city with the lowest crime rates, but the highest homicide rate.
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What is the most dangerous part of Ireland?

Here are the five most dangerous tourist destinations in Ireland.
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5 most dangerous tourist destinations in Ireland
  • Giant's Causeway. Pin. ...
  • Gap of Dunloe. ...
  • Carrauntoohil. ...
  • Skellig Michael. ...
  • Cliffs of Moher.
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What is the safest neighborhood in Dublin?

Of all the safest areas in Dublin, the Docklands is arguably the most fancy. Nicknamed 'Silicon Docks', the area is essentially one huge, well-established tech scene. Not only is it teeming with Irish Mark Zuckerbergs (as socially awkward as ever), it really is a safe area.
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Bonfire battles on Dublin's streets



Where do the rich live in Dublin?

The highest concentration of property millionaires is in Dalkey with 643, followed by Ranelagh (305) and Ballsbridge (235). House prices are growing by 3.5 per cent year-on-year and in 2020. By location, the most expensive markets are all in Dublin.
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Is Tallaght rough?

Crime in Tallaght is certainly no worse than any other large centre of population and is well policed. As apparent from recent events closer to Dublin city it might even be preferable to stay outside of an increasingly violent Dublin city.
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Is Finglas a good area to live?

Finglas. The North Dublin suburb has many good reasons for you to just buy a gaff and stay there forever. With a community that thousands of people call home, there are a lot of great amenities, local events and places to see.
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What is the ugliest county in Ireland?

According to new research. NEW RESEARCH FROM dating website BeautifulPeople.com has revealed that Limerick people are the ugliest in Ireland. The research found that Limerick people experienced the highest rates of rejection from the website and therefore had the “least attractive inhabitants” of any city in Ireland.
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What is the most depressing town in Ireland?

Despite only having a population of 2,700 people, Ballinrobe appears to have left its mark on some of those who have visited. One passer-by nominated it for the most-depressing town in Ireland, writing: "Ballinrobe lads.
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What is the poorest county in Ireland?

CSO figures show that Donegal is still the State's poorest county – The Irish Times.
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Where should you not live in Ireland?

Dublin: Not the safest part of the city, with ever-present crimes. Waterford City: The city with one of the highest unemployment rates in the country. Larne, Co. Antrim: At the north of Northern Ireland, you'll find Larne, one of the worst places to live in Ireland.
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What should I avoid in Ireland?

What Not to Do in Ireland: 10 Things to Avoid
  • #1: Neglect to pay your round at the pub.
  • #2: Ignore Irish driving rules and common courtesies.
  • #3: Brag about being “Irish”
  • #4: Say that Ireland is part of the United Kingdom.
  • #5: Bellyache about the weather.
  • #6: Ask about leprechauns.
  • #7: Talk excessively about the “Troubles”
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Is Coolock rough?

Like other Dublin areas, some of which have been covered previously in this column, such as Finglas and Clondalkin, Coolock has been branded as dangerous in the past. And there are troubled parts to it. Darndale most notably has a reputation that precedes it.
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Is South Dublin Posh?

Today, with the River Liffey acting as the dividing line, the two regions colloquially known as Northside Dublin and Southside Dublin are primarily differentiated according to economics – the north is generally considered underprivileged, the south overprivileged.
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Is Ballymun rough?

Ballymun – Postcode – Dublin 11

You will most likely drive through Ballymun on the way to IKEA or the airport and we think that's as close enough you should go. This charming suburb offers one of the highest chances of getting assaulted in Dublin.
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What county in Ireland has the prettiest girls?

Waterford and Armagh also got a hat-tip but ultimately it was Galway for girls and Donegal for lads who came out as top. So, if you want to get yourself the sexiest looking boy or girl, we heavily advice heading down to Donegal Tuesday during Rag Week in Galway this year.
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What is the most beautiful county in Ireland?

Wicklow is a one of the most photogenic counties in Ireland! With Sea, Rivers, Mountains, Lakes, Forests, Villages, and Cliffs, Wicklow's landscape is an amazing collection of diverse visual experiences within a short area, and on Dublin's doorstep.
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What is the warmest part of Ireland?

Valentia Island is the warmest spot in Ireland with an average annual temperature of 10.9 ºC.
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Is Finglas village safe?

According to official statistics, Dublin West – which covers suburbs including Blanchardstown and Finglas – had the city's third-highest crime rate in 2018 (although it was significantly lower than crime in inner city areas, at 539 offences per 10,000 population).
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What side of Dublin is Finglas?

Finglas is a village of County Dublin, now forming a north-western outer suburb of Dublin itself. It is to be found close to Junction 5 of the M50 motorway, and the N2 road. Nearby suburbs include Glasnevin and Ballymun; Dublin Airport is four and a half miles to the north.
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Is Blanchardstown rough?

Blanchardstown has endured some bad press in recent years thanks to organised crime activity (Dublin west, which includes Blanchardstown, recorded the third highest crime rate in the country last year, with 539 offences per 10,000 population).
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Is Cabra rough?

The area can also have a bad reputation when it comes to crime and anti-social behaviour (in September one tabloid reported of a “24-hour Cabra crime wave”). Yet locals also say that most of Cabra is much more quiet and harmonious than the press would have you believe.
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Is Dun Laoghaire posh?

Between the posh coastal neighbourhoods of Monkstown and Dalkey/Killiney lies Dún Laoghaire – a sizeable town in its own right with good transport links, a lively seafront and a range of properties to suit trader-uppers, downsizers and even first-time buyers – notably those with cash to put down.
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Is Clondalkin rough?

Clondalkin is a huge area and like all places there are good areas and bad areas. Monestry, Riverside, St John's, even parts of Cherrywood are decent places. Having said that, some of the further out places like Bawnoge and Kilmahuddrick are definitely places I'd avoid like the plague.
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