Harmonstown is a cozy, low-key suburban pocket on Dublin's Northside, straddling the line between Artane and Raheny, with quiet streets lined by neat family homes and the handy DART station at its heart. It's got that settled, community vibe where locals pop down to the nearby Springdale Road Linear Park for a stroll or catch the train into town, feeling more like a friendly neighborhood scheme than a bustling spot. Families, retirees, and working folks make up the mix, drawn to its peaceful edge-of-city charm close to Raheny village and St Anne's Park.
Overview
CSO Census 2022 · Small Area Population Statistics
Population
5,769
Census 2022
Owner occupied
79.5%
National: 65.9%
Crime rate per 1,000
52.5
National avg: 54.1
With a close-knit population of 5,769, Harmonstown punches above its weight in homeownership at 79.5%—well over the national 65.9%—suggesting a stable, rooted community of long-term residents who value putting down stakes. The crime rate sits comfortably low at 52.5 per 1,000 versus the national 54.1, making it a reassuringly safe spot for families.
Age Profile
CSO Census 2022 · Table 1 population by age
Age distribution
Harmonstown vs national average (%)
Harmonstown
National
A slightly older community shines through with 18.5% over 65 (above the 15.1% national average) and 17% under 14 (a bit below 19.7%), painting a picture of multi-generational families alongside plenty of retirees enjoying a relaxed pace.
Under 14
17.0%
National: 19.7%
65 and over
18.5%
National: 15.1%
Male / Female
47.9% / 52.1%
National: 49.4% / 50.6%
Economic Status
CSO Census 2022 · Table 8 principal economic status (aged 15+)
Economic status
Harmonstown vs National (%)
Harmonstown
National
vs national average
At work
Retired
Student
Looking after home/family
Over half (55.3%) are at work, close to the national figure, with 19.1% retired and a solid 11.5% working from home, pointing to a steady, balanced economy where folks have flexible, reliable jobs.
Third Level Education
CSO Census 2022 · Table 10 highest level of education completed
vs national average
Third level education
Third-level education at 33.6% is solid but trails the national 39.2% a touch, suggesting a practical, community-focused crowd with good skills for everyday life rather than an ultra-academic hub.
Crime & Safety
CSO Recorded Crime Statistics · Garda subdistrict level · 2024
Crime rate per 1,000
52.5
National avg: 54.1
vs national average
Near the national average
2024 recorded crime
3-year avg rate
50.7
Per 1,000 · 2022–2024
Crime & safety: The Coolock Garda subdistrict records a crime rate of 52.5 per 1,000, broadly in line with the national average of 54.06.
Crime rate is based on recorded incidents in the Coolock Garda subdistrict (population 69,268), which covers Harmonstown and surrounding areas. Data: CSO Recorded Crime Statistics.
Commuting
CSO Census 2022 · Table 11 departure times & travel mode
Departure time for work / school
Harmonstown vs National (%)
Harmonstown
National
How people travel to work
Harmonstown vs National (%)
Harmonstown
National
vs national average
Work from home
Public transport
Car / van
Public transport rules here with 24.5% using it—way above the national 7.9%—thanks to the DART station, while 46.5% drive (less than the 62.4% average) and 19.5% have no car (higher than 13.4%). It's not car-dependent at all, making it easy to hop on the train to Dublin city centre in minutes.
Nationality & Ethnicity
CSO Census 2022 · Table 2 nationality and ethnicity
Citizenship / nationality
Harmonstown vs National (%)
Harmonstown
National
Ethnicity
Harmonstown vs National (%)
Harmonstown
National
vs national average
Irish citizen
White Irish ethnicity
Religion
CSO Census 2022 · Table 4 religion
Religion
Harmonstown vs National (%)
Harmonstown
National
vs national average
Catholic
No religion
Irish Language
CSO Census 2022 · Table 3 Irish speakers aged 3 and over
Can speak Irish
36.1%
National: 39.83%
Speak Irish daily outside school
2.2%
National: 4.11%
vs national average
Can speak Irish
Daily outside school
Harmonstown translates from the Irish Baile Hearmann, meaning 'town of Herman' or 'Herman's town,' likely named after an early landowner or settler named Hermann from medieval times. It whispers of the area's rural townland roots in old Clontarf parish, evolving from quiet farmland into today's suburban haven without much fanfare.
Housing & Tenure
CSO Census 2022 · Table 6 type of occupancy and accommodation
Owner occupied
79.5%
National: 65.9%
Private renting
8.4%
National: 18.0%
Social housing
8.7%
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
Overwhelmingly owner-occupied at 79.5% with low private renting at 8.4%, and just 4.2% flats versus 13% nationally, you'll find mostly spacious houses perfect for families who stay put.
Health
CSO Census 2022 · Table 12 self-reported general health
Good or very good health
83.2%
National: 82.9%
Fair health
11.2%
National: 8.6%
Bad or very bad health
2.3%
National: 1.7%
Smokers
14.9%
National: 17.03%
Self-reported health
Harmonstown vs National (%)
Harmonstown
National
Folks here report good or very good health at 83.2%, edging out the national 82.9%, hinting at a healthy, active lifestyle bolstered by nearby parks and a calm suburban rhythm.
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