
First-Time Buyer
First-Time Buyer Guide: Co. Longford
18 official risk checks for any property in Co. Longford. Built on official Irish government data.
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About Longford
First-Time Buyer in Co. Longford
As a first-time buyer in Longford, you're navigating Ireland's property market for the first time. The Help to Buy scheme and First Home Scheme can stretch your budget in Longford (Leinster), but knowing what you're getting for your money matters more. PropertyPack gives first-time buyers in Longford, Edgeworthstown, Ballymahon and across Longford a 18-section data check covering flood risk, BER ratings, school catchments, broadband, crime stats and more, from just €29.
Co. Longford at a Glance
- Population
- 47,000
- Province
- Leinster
- Coastline
- Inland county
- Character
- Predominantly Rural
- Main Rivers
- Shannon, Camlin, Inny
- Median Price (2026)
- €190,000 (+2.7% YoY)
- Radon (of homes tested)
- 11.9% at/above 200 Bq/m³
- Recorded Flood Events
- 53
- Mica/Pyrite (DCB Scheme)
- Not designated
Sources: Property Price Register (sales to 2026); EPA radon measurements to 2019 (self-selected sample, % of homes tested, not prevalence); past flood events derived from OPW floodinfo.ie data; DCB scheme designations via gov.ie.
Major Towns
18
Official Risk Checks
12
Government Data Sources
60s
Average Snapshot Time
26
Counties Covered
What We Check
Every Longford property, 18 checks.
Flood Risk
Environmental
02Radon Gas
Environmental
03Planning History
Development
04BER Rating
Energy
05Soil Stability
Structural
06Water Quality
Environmental
07Crime Statistics
Safety
08School Catchment
Amenities
09Noise Levels
Environmental
10Conservation Areas
Legal
11Industrial Proximity
Environmental
12EV Charging Network
Infrastructure
Plus more checks across insurance, neighbourhood and transport. See them all on the sample report.

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Know the risks before you sign in Longford.
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Frequently Asked Questions
First-Time Buyer in Longford: FAQs
What does a PropertyPack report cover for Longford properties?
A PropertyPack report for any Longford address covers 18 risk categories: flood risk (OPW data), radon levels (EPA data), BER ratings (SEAI), property prices (Property Price Register), crime statistics (CSO), school catchment, broadband speeds, planning applications, air quality, noise levels, and more. Each check runs for the Eircode you enter, with the data's confidence level labelled where a source is only published at county or division level.
How much does a property report for Longford cost?
The full 18-check PDF report for any Longford address costs €29. House-hunting across several properties? A 3-report bundle is €59 and a 5-report bundle is €79. You see a free snapshot first, no card needed.
What should I check before investing in property in Longford?
Before committing to property in Longford, check flood risk (especially near Shannon, Camlin and Inny), radon levels (11.9% of homes tested in Longford over the Reference Level), BER rating (affects heating costs), broadband speed, local crime statistics, school catchment, and recent planning applications. PropertyPack covers these and more, 18 checks in a single report for any Eircode.
What schemes are available for first-time buyers in Longford?
First-time buyers in Longford can avail of the Help to Buy (HTB) scheme for new builds, the First Home Scheme for shared equity, and the Local Authority Home Loan for low-income buyers. These apply across Ireland including all areas of Longford. PropertyPack helps you make the most of your budget by checking what you're buying against 18 risk categories.
Which areas of Longford have the lowest property risk?
Risk levels vary across Longford depending on which factor you're considering. Properties away from Shannon, Camlin and Inny flood plains have lower flood risk. For radon, 11.9% of homes tested in Longford measured over the Reference Level. The EPA's map shows which areas are classified as High Radon Areas. Well-established residential areas in Longford, Edgeworthstown, Ballymahon tend to have better broadband, lower crime, and closer school access. PropertyPack helps you compare specific locations within Longford across 18 risk categories.
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