Land prices grew 5% in 2024 along with buyer confidence, according to a new report from the Irish Farmers Journal.
The Irish Farmers Journal Agricultural Land Price Report is a comprehensive analysis of the land market across the island of Ireland - now in its 18th year.Agricultural Land Price Report is a comprehensive analysis of the land market across the island of Ireland - now in its 18th year.An increase of 5% was recorded in the price of land in the Republic of Ireland to an average of €12,515 per acre.
The biggest increase in price was in County Meath, where the average rose from €17,669 per acre from €14,321 per acre.The lowest average land price last year was in Co Leitrim at €6,419 per acre followed by Mayo and Donegal. Farmland prices in the North of Ireland continue to be significantly higher than the Republic, with prices rising by 6.8% last year to average £14,736 per acre.
Derelict houses can now add €100,000 or more to land sales, depending on how strict the local county council is with planning permission.noted that this year’s report has a notably huge variation in prices paid for land across the country.‘The land is like soup’ – Potato shortage looming after near record rainfall
Irish Farmers Journal Land Prices Land Report News
Ireland Latest News, Ireland Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Over 80 per cent of Irish people were targeted by fraudsters last yearNearly eight in ten Irish people also believe scam attempts increased significantly in 2024
Read more »
Water, power and transport infrastructure ‘deficits’ will constrain housebuilding this year, says LisneyInvestment in Irish property to exceed 2024 levels this year amid falling interest rates
Read more »
Hozier Tops Irish Singles Chart in 2024, Taylor Swift Reigns Supreme on AlbumsThe Irish Recorded Music Association (IRMA) released its 2024 end-of-year report, revealing that Hozier's 'Too Sweet' was the top-selling single by an Irish act, while Fontaines DC's 'Romance' claimed the top spot for albums. Ireland's streaming numbers saw a significant 12% increase compared to the previous year, with 108.9 million singles streamed, purchased, or downloaded. The report highlights the enduring popularity of singer-songwriters, with Noah Kahan's 'Stick Season' emerging as the most popular single overall.
Read more »
Irish Music Dominated 2024 with Hozier and Taylor Swift Leading the ChargeHozier's 'Too Sweet' topped the charts as the best-selling single by an Irish artist in 2024, while Fontaines DC's 'Romance' was the most purchased album. The Irish Recorded Music Association (IRMA) reported a 12% increase in single sales compared to 2023, with Noah Kahan's 'Stick Season' emerging as the most popular single overall. Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' claimed the top spot for the year's biggest album, selling a staggering 112,000 vinyl copies globally - the highest for any album in its first year this century.
Read more »
Irish Food and Drink Exports Reach €17 Billion in 2024Bord Bia's Export Performance and Prospects Report 2024/2025 reveals a 5% growth in Ireland's food, drinks, and horticulture exports to €17 billion. Increased prices for goods, particularly in the drinks sector, fueled the growth. Irish whiskey exports increased by 13% to over €1 billion, while dairy exports remained stable at €6.3 billion. Meat and livestock exports also saw a 6% growth to €4.3 billion.
Read more »
Irish Celebrities Light Up 2024 with a Wave of Engagements2024 saw an abundance of Irish celebrity engagements, with many couples sharing their heartwarming proposal stories and stunning photos on social media. From April to September, a slew of beloved Irish faces announced their upcoming nuptials, painting a picture of love and happiness across the country.
Read more »