HISTORYA coastal town north of Dublin city on the Broadmeadow estuary, Malahide was home to Viking settlers and very likely inhabited as early as 6000 BC. The Normans and Sir Richard Talbot moved in the 12th century.
AMENITIESMalahide Castle and demesne provide sport and recreational grounds and more. The estuary provides tourist and recreational facilities.
POPULATIONThe 2011 census puts the population at 16,000 (unconfirmed). In 2006, at 31.2 per cent, Malahide had the highest percentage of government, clerical and management workers in north Dublin; 5.1 per cent worked in manufacturing occupations.
HOUSINGThere are 149 houses for sale on myhome.ie and 47 properties to rent.
TRANSPORTThe Dart serves Malahide, as does Irish Rail. The town is well served by Dublin Bus and there is a Nightlink service.
NETWORKMore than 16 residents associations work through Malahide Community Forum. There is a historical society, a musical and drama society and organisations representing most sports.
SHOPPINGSupermarkets such as SuperValu, Eurospar, Mace and Centra. The town has many boutique shops, hairdressers and more, most with traditional shop fronts. The Pavilions shopping mall in Swords is a five-minute drive.
SCHOOLSThere are four primary schools and Pobal Scoil Íosa, the secondary school.
