Padel Statistics Ireland 2026
Published 2026-06-04 · Padelnomics Research
Padel Statistics Ireland 2026
This page summarises padel statistics for Ireland in 2026: venue and court counts, density per 100,000 residents, the largest and most padel-dense cities, pricing benchmarks, and investment potential by padelnomics Score. Figures are based on 92 tracked venues across 52 cities.
Market Size
Ireland currently has 92 padel venues with 248 courts, spread across 52 cities. With a population of 2.0M, this works out to roughly 2.7 courts per venue on average — a typical figure for European padel markets.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Total venues | 92 |
| Total courts | 248 |
| Cities with padel | 52 |
| Total population | 2.0M |
| Avg courts per venue | 2.7 |
Padel Density
Density per resident is the most informative metric for market maturity. Ireland reaches 12.6 courts and 4.7 venues per 100,000 residents.
For context: very mature markets such as Spain and Sweden sit above 10 courts per 100K residents. Growth markets typically fall between 3 and 10. Anything below 3 signals an emerging or underserved market.
At 12.6 courts per 100K, Ireland ranks among the most padel-saturated markets globally. The sport is deeply embedded in everyday life.
Where Padel Is Biggest
The following cities lead Ireland by absolute court count. Each accounts for a meaningful share of the national market.
These cities mirror the country's economic geography — where purchasing power, sports culture, and available real estate intersect, padel infrastructure has followed.
Most Padel-Dense Cities
Absolute size only tells half the story. Density per resident reveals where padel has penetrated deepest into daily life — and where gaps remain.
| City | Courts/100K | Market Analysis |
|---|---|---|
| Waterford | 28.0 | View investment analysis → |
| Galway | 10.8 | View investment analysis → |
| Limerick | 7.4 | View investment analysis → |
| Dublin | 4.4 | View investment analysis → |
| Cork | 2.6 | View investment analysis → |
| Athlone | 28.1 | View investment analysis → |
| Edenderry | 13.6 | View investment analysis → |
| Naas | 24.1 | View investment analysis → |
| Sligo | 31.2 | View investment analysis → |
| Wicklow | 42.7 | View investment analysis → |
Highly saturated cities can remain attractive when demand keeps pace. Conversely, many large cities with low density turn out to be the most interesting investment targets — where catchment is strong but competitive intensity stays moderate.
Investment Outlook
The average padelnomics Score across tracked cities in Ireland is 28/100. The score evaluates investment potential based on supply gaps, catchment reach, market maturity, and sports culture.
The cities with the strongest current balance of demand and undersupply are: Dublin, Cork, Limerick, Galway, Waterford. These locations show either clear supply gaps with existing demand, or unusually strong catchment fundamentals.
Methodology
Figures on this page come from tracked venues, verified court counts, and current market data for Ireland as of 2026. Our analytics pipeline consolidates inputs from multiple sources, deduplicates venues, and assigns each one unambiguously to a city. The actual market may be slightly larger, as smaller clubs and private facilities without public visibility are not always captured. Prices and occupancy are derived from current market data and represent median observations across venues with sufficient data coverage.
FAQ
How many padel courts are there in Ireland?
We currently track 248 padel courts across 92 venues in 52 cities in Ireland. The true figure is likely a little higher, as independent clubs without public availability are not always captured.
How does Ireland compare to other padel markets?
At 12.6 courts per 100,000 residents, Ireland ranks among the most mature padel markets — on par with Spain and Sweden. Density also varies sharply between urban and rural areas and between major cities and mid-sized hubs.
What does it cost to play padel in Ireland?
Pricing varies significantly between large cities and rural areas, indoor vs outdoor facilities, and peak vs off-peak hours. City- and venue-level pricing benchmarks — including median peak and off-peak rates, P25–P75 spreads, and occupancy data — are part of Padelnomics Research.
Where is padel most popular in Ireland?
By absolute court count, the leading cities are Dublin, Waterford, Wexford. By density per resident — how deeply padel has entered daily life — the ranking often looks different: Waterford and Galway lead on this measure.
Is Ireland a saturated market for new padel facilities?
At 12.6 courts per 100K, Ireland is broadly well-served. Successful new projects here lean on clear differentiation — premium concepts, distinctive locations, or complementary offerings such as coaching and food & beverage.
How are these statistics updated?
The figures on this page are refreshed regularly from our analytics pipeline. The values shown here reflect 2026 — new venues, price changes, and updated population figures flow into subsequent snapshots as they become available.
See also: Ireland market overview · Padel in Dublin · Financial planner