Crumlin is a densely populated Southside suburb of Dublin, located just 3 miles from the city centre, that has transformed from a rural village into a vibrant family neighbourhood. Once home to market gardening, dairy farming and limestone quarries, it underwent dramatic change from the 1920s onwards when Dublin Corporation built thousands of homes to house families from overcrowded inner-city tenements. Today it's known as an established, welcoming family area with a thriving village atmosphere, good-quality housing, and strong community spirit—home to Ireland's largest children's hospital and a rich network of GAA clubs, parks and local amenities.

Overview

CSO Census 2022 · Small Area Population Statistics
Population
19,287
Census 2022
Owner occupied
64.0%
National: 65.9%
Crime rate per 1,000
51.1
National avg: 54.1
With a population of 19,287, Crumlin is a substantial suburban community where nearly two-thirds of homes are owner-occupied, slightly below the national average, and private renting is notably lower than the national rate. The crime rate of 51.1 per 1,000 is reassuringly below the national average, making it a relatively safe neighbourhood where families have chosen to put down roots.

Age Profile

CSO Census 2022 · Table 1 population by age
Age distribution
Crumlin vs national average (%)
Crumlin
National
The community skews slightly older than the national average, with 15.6% aged over 65 compared to 15.1% nationally, and fewer children under 14, suggesting a mature, established neighbourhood with many long-term residents.
Under 14
16.1%
National: 19.7%
65 and over
15.6%
National: 15.1%
Male / Female
47.7% / 52.3%
National: 49.4% / 50.6%

Economic Status

CSO Census 2022 · Table 8 principal economic status (aged 15+)
Economic status
Crumlin vs National (%)
Crumlin
National
vs national average
At work
Here
57.6%
National
56.1%
Retired
Here
16.7%
National
15.9%
Student
Here
7.8%
National
11.1%
Looking after home/family
Here
5.8%
National
6.6%
Crumlin has a strong employment rate of 57.6%, above the national average, with a notably higher proportion of retirees (16.7%) and lower work-from-home rates, indicating a traditionally employed, commuter-oriented population.

Third Level Education

CSO Census 2022 · Table 10 highest level of education completed
vs national average
Third level education
Here
31.8%
National
39.2%
Third-level education attainment at 31.8% is notably below the national average of 39.2%, reflecting the area's working-class roots and character as a practical, family-focused neighbourhood rather than a university-oriented community.

Crime & Safety

CSO Recorded Crime Statistics · Garda subdistrict level · 2024
Crime rate per 1,000
51.1
National avg: 54.1
vs national average
Near the national average
2024 recorded crime
3-year avg rate
44.7
Per 1,000 · 2022–2024
Crime & safety: The Sundrive Road Garda subdistrict records a crime rate of 51.1 per 1,000, broadly in line with the national average of 54.06.

Crime rate is based on recorded incidents in the Sundrive Road Garda subdistrict (population 38,347), which covers Crumlin and surrounding areas. Data: CSO Recorded Crime Statistics.

Commuting

CSO Census 2022 · Table 11 departure times & travel mode
Departure time for work / school
Crumlin vs National (%)
Crumlin
National
How people travel to work
Crumlin vs National (%)
Crumlin
National
vs national average
Work from home
Here
8.7%
National
11.3%
Public transport
Here
19.8%
National
7.8%
Car / van
Here
39.8%
National
62.4%
Crumlin is not a car-dependent area—28.7% of households have no car, more than double the national average—and public transport usage is exceptionally high at 19.8% compared to just 7.9% nationally. This reflects the area's proximity to Dublin city centre and good public transport connections, making it ideal for those who prefer not to drive.

Nationality & Ethnicity

CSO Census 2022 · Table 2 nationality and ethnicity
Citizenship / nationality
Crumlin vs National (%)
Crumlin
National
Ethnicity
Crumlin vs National (%)
Crumlin
National
vs national average
Irish citizen
Here
86.2%
National
84.2%
White Irish ethnicity
Here
77.5%
National
76.6%

Religion

CSO Census 2022 · Table 4 religion
Religion
Crumlin vs National (%)
Crumlin
National
vs national average
Catholic
Here
62.6%
National
68.8%
No religion
Here
21.1%
National
14.7%

Irish Language

CSO Census 2022 · Table 3 Irish speakers aged 3 and over
Can speak Irish
26.1%
National: 39.83%
Speak Irish daily outside school
0.9%
National: 4.11%
vs national average
Can speak Irish
Here
26.1%
National
39.8%
Daily outside school
Here
0.9%
National
4.1%
Crumlin's Irish name, Croimghlinn, means 'Crooked Glen', reflecting the area's ancient landscape and pre-Norman origins—the circular configuration of the old graveyard at Saint Mary's Church suggests settlement dating back centuries before the Anglo-Norman village that formally developed after 1170. The name connects this modern suburb to its rural, agricultural past when the glen and common lands were central to village life.

Housing & Tenure

CSO Census 2022 · Table 6 type of occupancy and accommodation
Owner occupied
64.0%
National: 65.9%
Private renting
15.0%
National: 18.0%
Social housing
15.3%
National: 10.0%
Ownership breakdown
Owned with mortgage
Here
27.6%
National
28.9%
Owned outright
Here
36.5%
National
37.0%
Dwelling type
House/Bungalow
Here
91.8%
National
86.7%
Flat/Apartment
Here
8.2%
National
13.0%
Cars per household
No car
Here
28.7%
National
13.4%
Two or more cars
Here
19.0%
National
41.5%
The housing stock is predominantly houses rather than apartments (only 8.2% flats compared to 13% nationally), with a strong owner-occupier culture at 64%, creating a stable, family-oriented residential environment.

Health

CSO Census 2022 · Table 12 self-reported general health
Good or very good health
78.0%
National: 82.9%
Fair health
11.7%
National: 8.6%
Bad or very bad health
2.8%
National: 1.7%
Smokers
18.2%
National: 17.03%
Self-reported health
Crumlin vs National (%)
Crumlin
National
Health outcomes are slightly below the national average at 78% reporting good or very good health, suggesting a community with typical urban health patterns and lifestyle factors.

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