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Townlands
1,286
Registros censales
284
Hogares
2
Años del censo
- Personas
- 691
- Hogares
- 148
- Personas
- 595 -13.9%
- Hogares
- 136 -8.1%
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Askeaton West is a district located in County Limerick in the midwest of Ireland, situated in the Shannon estuary region. The area is characterized by low-lying terrain typical of the broader Limerick landscape, with the River Deel and various waterways influencing the local geography. The proximity to the estuary and the relatively flat topography make it a landscape shaped by water and agriculture, with the surrounding countryside comprising pastureland and farmland that has historically supported pastoral activity. The district forms part of the wider Askeaton area, which serves as a small population center in what is otherwise a rural and relatively sparsely populated region.
Askeaton has historical significance dating back to medieval times, with the area featuring Askeaton Castle, a notable fortress that represents an important piece of Limerick's architectural and political heritage. The castle's presence in the area reflects Askeaton's historical importance as a strategic location along the River Deel. The broader history of the district is intertwined with the patterns of Irish rural settlement and the influence of Anglo-Norman and later English control over the region. Understanding Askeaton West requires recognition of these layers of historical development that have shaped the modern community.
The community of Askeaton West maintains its character as a rural district where agriculture and local services form the backbone of daily life. Residents are part of a broader network of small towns and villages across County Limerick, with connections to larger population centers like Limerick City. The district contributes to the cultural and economic fabric of the county, with local schools, community facilities, and family farms playing essential roles in maintaining community cohesion. For those living in the area, Askeaton West represents a connection to rural Irish life and the agricultural traditions that continue to define much of the Irish countryside.
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Jurisdicción
República de Irlanda
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Años del censo
1901, 1911
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Townlands
23 townlands registradas
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- Distrito
- Askeaton West
- Condado
- Limerick
- Irlandés
- Luimneach
- Jurisdicción
- República de Irlanda
Registros censales
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