
Property Report:
Co. Cork.
What official Irish data says about buying in Co. Cork, and 18 checks for any exact address.
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Cork, in Munster with a population of about 584,000, mixes towns such as Cork City, Cobh and Mallow with wide rural hinterland, so conditions vary street by street. The Property Price Register records 88,669 sales in Co. Cork since 2010, with a median full-market price of €374,449 in 2026. A PropertyPack report runs 18 checks at the exact address (flood, radon, BER, planning, crime, schools and more), so you can see what the official data says about the specific property, not just the county.
Official Data
What the data
shows for Co. Cork.
County-level figures from official Irish sources. Every risk is local, though: the report runs these checks at the exact address.
Property Prices
€374k median (2026)
The Property Price Register shows a median full-market price of €374,449 for Co. Cork in 2026, with 3,834 sales registered in the year. Median prices rose 7% on 2025. The report compares the asking price of the property you're checking against actual registered sales nearby.
Source: Property Price Register
Flood Risk
783 recorded events
Data derived from OPW floodinfo.ie records shows 783 past flood events in Co. Cork, among the higher counts nationally (1st of 26). 9 flood relief schemes have been completed in the county, protecting 1,750 properties, with 8 more in progress. A recorded event reports past flooding, not current risk: the report checks OPW flood maps at the exact address.
Source: OPW floodinfo.ie (derived)
Radon Risk
12.7% of tested homes over ref. level
EPA measurements up to 2019 found 820 of 6,469 Cork homes tested at or above the 200 Bq/m³ Reference Level: 12.7% of homes tested, in line with the national tested share of 14.1%. Testing concentrated in promoted high-radon areas, so this is not county-wide prevalence. The report checks the EPA radon map for the specific address.
Source: EPA radon results by county
Mica & Pyrite
Not designated
Co. Cork is not designated under the government's mica or pyrite remediation schemes. Individual properties can still warrant investigation depending on construction era and materials, and the report includes the official designation status.
Source: gov.ie DCB Scheme / Pyrite Resolution Board
Schools
440 schools
The Department of Education lists 355 primary and 85 post-primary schools in Co. Cork. The report maps the schools nearest the property with enrolment, ethos, DEIS status and Irish-medium teaching where recorded.
Source: Department of Education
Key Facts
Cork by the numbers.
584,000
Population
€374k
Median price (2026)
3,834
Sales registered (2026)
783
Recorded flood events
12.7%
Tested homes over radon ref. level
440
Schools

Before You Bid in Cork
Check the address, not just the county.
County figures set the context. The report runs all 18 checks at the exact Eircode: flood, radon, BER, planning and more, each cited to its official source.
The Report
All 18 checks,
run for the exact address.
County figures tell you the context. Every report runs all of these for the property's Eircode in Cork, using the most local data each official source provides.
Flood Risk
OPW floodinfo.ie
Radon Risk
EPA
BER Rating
SEAI
Property Prices
Property Price Register
Planning Applications
Local Authority
Broadband Coverage
ComReg
Schools
Dept of Education
Crime Statistics
CSO
Air Quality
EPA
Noise Levels
EPA
Geology & Subsidence
GSI
Coastal Erosion
OPW / GSI
Mica & Pyrite
gov.ie DCB Scheme / Pyrite Resolution Board
Transport & Commute
NTA / TFI
Healthcare Access
HSE
Local Property Tax
Revenue.ie
Insurance & Carrying Cost
Synthesised (BER + LPT + Flood + Coastal + Radon)
Neighbourhood & Lifestyle
CSO SAPS + Google Places + Sport Ireland
Popular Areas
Towns & areas
in Cork.
Cork City
Ireland's second city, a major economic hub with world-class dining, tech companies, and a diverse property market spanning Georgian townhouses to modern apartments.
Cobh
A picturesque harbour town with colourful Victorian terraces, famous as the Titanic's last port of call, and a popular commuter base for Cork city.
Mallow
A major north Cork town on the Blackwater River with excellent rail connections, growing suburban estates, and a historic spa town heritage.
Bandon
A lively West Cork gateway town on the River Bandon, with a thriving food scene and strong demand from families and young professionals.
Midleton
Home to the famous Jameson Distillery, Midleton is one of East Cork's fastest-growing towns with new housing estates and a popular farmers' market.
Skibbereen
The unofficial capital of west Cork, with a food-led regeneration, arts centre and steady demand from lifestyle buyers.
Bantry
A scenic harbour town on Bantry Bay with a sailing tradition and a broad mix of new-builds and restored farmhouses nearby.
Kinsale
A historic gourmet harbour town, long considered one of the most desirable places in Ireland to own property.
Carrigaline
A major Cork city commuter town with excellent schools, retail parks and a wide range of estate housing.
Blarney
A village famous worldwide for its castle, with a strong commuter population and steady premium demand around the golf club.
Clonakilty
A lively west Cork town with a blue-flag beach nearby, craft-food reputation and consistent holiday-home demand.
Ballincollig
A large western Cork city suburb with a regional park, dense family estates and excellent school access.
Fermoy
A Blackwater-side garrison town on the M8, popular for its angling, Georgian streetscape and affordable family housing.
Youghal
A walled seaside town on the Waterford border, with a long beach, heritage town centre and strong summer demand.
Resources
Explore Cork
property guides.
FAQ
Cork property
report FAQs.
Is Cork at risk of flooding?
As a coastal county, Cork carries both river and coastal flood risk. Data derived from OPW floodinfo.ie records shows 783 past flood events in the county, among the higher counts nationally. Flood risk is highly local (two houses on the same road can sit in different flood zones), so a PropertyPack report checks the OPW flood maps for the specific Eircode rather than relying on county averages.
Are there radon concerns in Cork?
EPA measurements up to 2019 found 12.7% of Cork homes tested were at or above the 200 Bq/m³ Reference Level, in line with the national tested share of 14.1%. Homes that tested were often in promoted high-radon areas, so that figure is not county-wide prevalence. Radon is linked to around 350 lung cancer cases in Ireland each year and the EPA recommends testing every home. A PropertyPack report shows whether the specific address falls in an EPA High Radon Area.
What is the median house price in Cork?
The median full-market sale price in Co. Cork was €374,449 in 2026; the Property Price Register recorded 3,834 sales in the county that year. That is up 7% on the 2025 median of €350,000. A PropertyPack report puts the asking price of the property you're checking beside actual registered sales in the same area.
What are the main environmental risks in Cork?
Based on official data, the main environmental considerations in Cork are river and coastal flooding in low-lying areas and coastal erosion on exposed stretches. Every risk is local, though: a PropertyPack report checks all 18 categories (including flood zones, radon, coastal erosion, geology and mica/pyrite designation) at the exact address.
How do I check the BER rating of a property in Cork?
Almost every home offered for sale must have a Building Energy Rating from the SEAI register. Protected structures are among the few exemptions. A PropertyPack report retrieves the property's BER details where a certificate exists, and estimates realistic running costs and upgrade costs for the rating, useful in Cork's older housing stock, where low ratings can mean significant heating and retrofit bills.
What school options are available in Cork?
The Department of Education lists 355 primary and 85 post-primary schools in Co. Cork. Post-primary options concentrate in the larger towns such as Cork City and Cobh, so rural buyers should factor in school transport. Your report lists the nearest schools to the property with enrolment figures and ethos.
What does a PropertyPack report cover for Cork?
A PropertyPack report runs 18 checks for any address in Cork: Flood Risk, Radon Risk, BER Rating, Property Prices, Planning Applications, Broadband Coverage, Schools, Crime Statistics, Air Quality, Noise Levels, Geology & Subsidence, Coastal Erosion, Mica & Pyrite, Transport & Commute, Healthcare Access, Local Property Tax, Insurance & Carrying Cost and Neighbourhood & Lifestyle. Each check uses official Irish data sources such as the OPW, EPA, SEAI, CSO and the Property Price Register.
How do I get a property report for Cork?
Type the property's Eircode on this page. You'll get a free snapshot first, and the full 18-check report is generated in minutes from official Irish government data.
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