Living in Holyhead
Thinking about moving to Holyhead? Discover why it's a great place to live, fun things to do here, what the local schools and transport connections are like - and of course the most important thing of all: how much houses cost to buy.
Your guide to moving to Holyhead
Why Holyhead is a good place to live
Holyhead, the largest town on the idyllic Isle of Anglesey, is indeed a charming place to live. If you fancy living close to the sea, Holyhead provides that luxury, with the Irish Sea just a stone's throw away. Furthermore, the area is renowned for its excellent connectivity. With good transport links, moving to Holyhead means you're never far from where you need to be. For example, it poses the vast Port of Holyhead offering routes to explore Ireland and the town's railway station providing direct trains to London Euston, Cardiff, and Birmingham International. Importantly, living in Holyhead will provide you with constant access to the town's picturesque setting on Holy Island.
What's Holyhead famous for?
Holyhead is famous for several reasons. Foremost, it boasts the largest and busiest UK Irish ferry port making it integral for logistics and trade. The town also holds considerable historic significance with its substantial maritime importance, especially during the 19th century. Additionally, its Old Town is an architectural gem and features one of Europe's few three-walled Roman forts displaying its rich history. Lastly, philanthropist Lord Stanley's causeway, 'The Cobb', is well known for supporting significant road and railway connections.
Things to do in Holyhead
Living in Holyhead or just visiting, you have a marvellous array of things to do. Explore the esthetic arts at the Ucheldre Centre, delve into maritime history at the Holyhead Maritime Museum or venture out into exhilarating water sports with the Holyhead Sailing Club. The town is also the starting point for the Anglesey Coastal Path, a haven for long-distance walkers, and houses football clubs for the sports enthusiasts. For those with a fondness for history and architecture, St. Cybi's Church and the South Stack Lighthouse are must-visit places offering rich experiences.
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Average asking prices in Holyhead today
We update our average asking prices every day using data from millions of properties for sale.
Properties currently for sale in Holyhead
Whether you're looking to buy a family home or a beautiful apartment, we've got you covered.
£365,000
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms2
- Living rooms2
3 bed detached house for sale
Seabourne Road, Holyhead, Isle Of Anglesey LL65Offers in region of
£125,000
- Bedrooms4
- Bathrooms2
- Living rooms1
4 bed terraced house for sale
Thomas Street, Holyhead LL65£115,000
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms1
- Living rooms2
3 bed end terrace house for sale
Ffordd Tudur, Holyhead, Isle Of Anglesey LL65Offers in region of
£80,000
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms1
- Living rooms1
3 bed terraced house for sale
Cecil Street, Holyhead LL65Offers in region of
£95,000
- Bedrooms3
- Bathrooms1
- Living rooms1
3 bed terraced house for sale
Gilbert Street, Holyhead LL65
Transport in Holyhead
Find the nearest train stations and other transport links in Holyhead.
Local connections
- Holyhead Ferry Terminal
- Ferry Port
- 0.2 miles / 0.3 km
- Holyhead
- National Rail
- 0.2 miles / 0.3 km
- Valley
- National Rail
- 3.5 miles / 5.6 km
- Rhosneigr
- National Rail
- 7.4 miles / 11.9 km
- Ty Croes
- National Rail
- 9 miles / 14.5 km
Schools in Holyhead
Discover local primary schools, secondary schools and sixth form colleges in Holyhead.
Education in Holyhead
- Ysgol Santes Fair
- Ysgol Uwchradd Caergybi
- Ysgol Cybi
- Ysgol Llanfawr
- Ysgol Gynradd Kingsland
- Ysgol Gymraeg Morswyn
Local pubs in Holyhead
Gleeson's
Holyhead, Gwynedd, LL65Cambria Inn
Holyhead, Gwynedd, LL65Branch
Holyhead, Gwynedd, LL65Albert Vaults
Porthyfelin, Holyhead, LL65Kings Arms
Porth-y-felin, Holyhead, LL65