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Registres de recensement
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Foyers
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Années de recensement
- Personnes
- 619
- Foyers
- 137
- Personnes
- 607 -1.9%
- Foyers
- 140 +2.2%
À propos
Straffan is a village and district located in County Kildare in the east of Ireland, positioned in the broader Midlands region. The area sits in the River Liffey valley, which has historically shaped its geography and development. The landscape is characterised by relatively flat to gently rolling terrain typical of much of Kildare, with good access to agricultural land and water resources. Its location between Dublin and the wider Midlands has made it an important point along transport routes for centuries, though it remains primarily a rural village rather than a major urban centre.
The district has a long historical presence in Ireland. The area has connections to monastic and medieval Irish history, as several important ecclesiastical sites are found in the wider region. Straffan itself developed as a village settlement with significance to local farming communities and landowners. The locality reflects the broader pattern of Irish rural development, where villages grew around transport routes, water sources, and administrative centres that served the surrounding countryside. Like many Irish villages, Straffan's character has been shaped by waves of historical change, from medieval times through the colonial period to modern Irish independence.
Today, Straffan is perhaps most widely known for hosting the K Club, a luxury hotel and golf resort that has gained international prominence, particularly after hosting the Ryder Cup golf championship in 2006. This facility has brought increased visibility and economic activity to the area. Beyond this notable attraction, Straffan functions as a residential and rural community where many residents maintain connections to agriculture, small business, and commuting to nearby urban centres. The village serves as a focal point for the surrounding district, with local shops, services, and community institutions that support the local population and maintain the area's identity as a distinct locality within County Kildare.
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République d'Irlande
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Années de recensement
1901, 1911
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