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Leixlip offers a strategic, suburban lifestyle for professionals seeking proximity to Ireland’s tech corridor without the frantic pace of Dublin. It functions as a quiet, residential anchor where you can enjoy a sense of community and reliable local amenities. For families, the area provides a stable environment with decent healthcare and transport links that make commuting manageable.
However, the trade-off is a more predictable, slower-paced rhythm that may feel limiting if you crave constant urban energy. While the safety and quality of life are consistent, you should prepare for a competitive housing market and the reality that most high-octane social life remains centered in the capital.
Leixlip has a temperate oceanic climate (Köppen Cfb) with mild summers, cool winters, and rainfall spread through the year. Long-term climate data show an annual mean temperature near 9.7°C, about 889 mm of precipitation, and roughly 1,500 hours of sunshine annually, which is consistent with Ireland’s humid maritime climate. Current conditions with broken clouds and moderate humidity fit this pattern well.
Summer Average
18°C
Winter Average
5°C
Climate Type
Oceanic
Rainy Days
172
Sunny Days
120
Humidity
80%
Spring
March - May
7-14°C
Spring is cool and changeable, with frequent cloud cover, light to moderate rain, and gradually lengthening daylight. Mild days become more common by late May.
Moderate rainfall
Summer
June - August
14-20°C
Summer is generally mild rather than hot, with the warmest month typically around 18°C on average. Sunshine is strongest in this season, but showers and cloudy intervals remain common.
Moderate rainfall
Autumn
September - November
8-15°C
Autumn turns cooler and wetter, with increasing cloudiness and more frequent rain events. Breezy conditions are common as temperatures fall toward November.
High rainfall
Winter
December - February
2-9°C
Winter is cool, damp, and often cloudy, but prolonged severe cold is uncommon. Frost can occur on the coldest nights, yet temperatures usually stay above freezing during the day.
Moderate rainfall
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Air Quality
Leixlip
Advantages
Leixlip
Green spaces and parks
Close to Dublin amenities
Strong community spirit
Historic riverside location
Excellent transport links
Disadvantages
Leixlip
Limited nightlife options
No local universities
No coworking spaces
Commute-dependent location
Limited cultural venues
Safety & Security in Leixlip
Overall Safety Score
Includes resilience and environmental factors
Poor
35
/100
Ireland Avg
55
Europe Avg
58
Worldwide Avg
57
Crime & Safety Metrics
Thermometer compares Leixlip to Ireland averages using different marker styles.Compare:
Leixlip
Ireland Average
Safety Index
0510
Critical
Safety from Crime
0510
Dangerous
Safe Alone (Day)
0510
Low
Safe Alone (Night)
0510
Critical
Safety from Violent Crime
0510
Concerning
Safety from Property Crime
0510
Dangerous
Environmental & Natural Hazard Risks
Resilience Score: 63/100
No data for Leixlip — showing hazard indicators from nearby Tallaght (~13 km).
