[doodlebla]

Hi,

I have read through the entire thread and my impression is that peoples opinions seem to change over time. A lot of negative sentiment seems to have come from the shooting of the mechanic by some kids in 2008.

I am considering renting for a while in East Wall, with a view to buying if I like the area. How do people feel about the place these days?

I see a nice looking playground on Google street view, do mothers with small children in the area feel safe to spend time there during the day. What do people thing of the primary school (St. Joseph's), their website is great and it looks like they have a good mix of kids from different countries and backgrounds.

Do people have trouble with anti-social behavior these days?

Is it possible to walk into East point business park from East Wall without going to Clontarf Road?

Thanks.

[Ray von]

Renting in the area before you buy is a good choice. Give you a feel for the place.

Regarding East point business park you can access it very easily from East Wall via the Alfie Byrne Road no need to go through Clontarf.

[dsmythy]

I know some don't consider it East Wall at all but was wondering about the Church Street East/Abercorn Road/Irvine Terrace area. Seems quiet enough to rent in?

[howaya]

- lots of good folks in the area, and because of the lower prices of property, I've thought about moving there ... but ... it's rough. There was an abduction in daylight from there since that 2008 murder, in which the man was subsequently shot. I've lived all over town and don't tend to be fazed, but with the dust from the port, the generally run down state of the place, and the poor facilities, I'd discourage anyone moving there. I've been down and around there for work before 2008 and subsequently, and I'm sorry to report I've not seen much improvement

[ethernet]

Originally Posted by dsmythy

I know some don't consider it East Wall at all but was wondering about the Church Street East/Abercorn Road/Irvine Terrace area. Seems quiet enough to rent in?

I lived on Abercorn Road. Nice spot, as was Irvine Terrace. Had a less hostile vibe about it compared to other parts of East Wall, in my humble opinion. Had to move out though when the place flooded (not the first time either) - so pick carefully!

It wasn't all rosy though: the kids were terrors, setting off fireworks outside our door at Halloween with their useless parents barely making an effort to tell them to stop. A housemate saw a guy with a gun parked outside the house one day. Taxi drivers often refused to drive right outside the house or told new housemates not to live in the area. The kids were often on the flat roof trying to break in and generally very cheeky if you were to pass by them, even minding your own business. Despite all the horror stories, it's still a pretty good place and damn near to town.

[Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime]

Originally Posted by ethernet

I lived on Abercorn Road. Nice spot, as was Irvine Terrace. Had a less hostile vibe about it compared to other parts of East Wall, in my humble opinion. Had to move out though when the place flooded (not the first time either) - so pick carefully!

It wasn't all rosy though: the kids were terrors, setting off fireworks outside our door at Halloween with their useless parents barely making an effort to tell them to stop. A housemate saw a guy with a gun parked outside the house one day. Taxi drivers often refused to drive right outside the house or told new housemates not to live in the area. The kids were often on the flat roof trying to break in and generally very cheeky if you were to pass by them, even minding your own business. Despite all the horror stories, it's still a pretty good place and damn near to town.

have to agree with irvine terrace, and around there being perfectly fine.

the other parts of east wall, especially around shelmalier road (where i have being robbed twice while working delivering poxy pizza) is well the arse end of arse ends, assholes around here have no respect for anything.

but there are a good few people around here too that are lovely decent people with no hassle just the lower lifes bringing it all down.

and id say myself because of these lower lifes that id never stay or live in that hole that they made it.

[sam1061917]

Hello,
Me and two if my friends, all in our twenties, are considering renting a house in merchants square. Seemed like a quiet and nice estate, any idea what it's like?

[Kopparberg Strawberry and Lime]

Originally Posted by sam1061917

Hello,
Me and two if my friends, all in our twenties, are considering renting a house in merchants square. Seemed like a quiet and nice estate, any idea what it's like?

merchants square is great. very very quiet area.

just the sound of trains 24/7

[HiLow]

Can any one tell me or point me in the right direction, I'm trying to find out what year the houses were built on Merchants Road. I've been told Bargy Road was 1932 and that Merchants was before that. I've tried planning and land registry but no luck. Thanks

[Co Kildare abu]

There is a very good historian from the local community in East Wall / North Wall. He is really excellent. If you call LYCS (Lourdes Community Youth Services) they will give you his name and tel number.

[Rusty Cogs 08]

1908

A quarter of them were demolished (the long wall on the right hand side as you walk down the road), not sure when.

[jeanno94]

Hi i am thinking about buying a place on abercorn road in east wall, just wondering about the train track and flooding and also the safety of the area, would really appreciate your thoughts!!

[ethernet]

Originally Posted by jeanno94

Hi i am thinking about buying a place on abercorn road in east wall, just wondering about the train track and flooding and also the safety of the area, would really appreciate your thoughts!!

I used to live there. Found it very quiet for the most part. Never heard the train at all. The place did flood though (it had a basement) so it's something to keep in mind.

[zeot]

Hi!

Me and three of my friends are looking at a really nice place at The Lighthouse. We're about 20 all of us, and after reading this board we're not too sure this is a place that we want to live. The Lighthouse is gated, and you are very close to East Wall Road.

Does anyone have experience of this particular area, and would you recommend moving there or staying away?

Any replies are appreciated.

[whatnext]

Originally Posted by zeot

Hi!

Me and three of my friends are looking at a really nice place at The Lighthouse. We're about 20 all of us, and after reading this board we're not too sure this is a place that we want to live. The Lighthouse is gated, and you are very close to East Wall Road.

Does anyone have experience of this particular area, and would you recommend moving there or staying away?

Any replies are appreciated.

Its not as bad as its made out, been there for 5 years now. Was a little intimidated at first and there were kids/early teens that were acting up at one stage but they seem to have disappeared / grown up. I know a lot of people in the area now, and nip down to the Seabank on my own for the football matches and wasn't long getting to know a few of the lads in there.

At this stage my biggest gripe would be the amount of dog sh!t on the footpaths.

Its home now for me, easy access of town with a bus service that crosses the city (Nr.14, 15), the dart at the top of the Alfie Byrne rd, and if you are on the beer in town, generally you will get change of a tenner in a taxi.