Key Regional Features
Key Regional Features
- • Critical mass populaton of 1.2m between the Atlantic Gateways of Cork, Limerick/Shannon, Galway.
- • Shannon International Airport in close proximity to Limerick City.
- • Strong Industrial/Business Core.
- • A young, highly educated and flexible workforce. Over 35% of the Region’s population are under the age of 25 and more than 40,000 students attend 3rd level colleges in the Region.
- • Shannon Estuary sheltered Deep Sea Ports.
- • A rural hinterland of distinctive landscapes and beautiful scenery with many historical landmarks.
| Mid-West Region | Counties of Clare, Limerick, North Tipperary & Limerick City |
|---|---|
| Area (sq kms) | 8,248,64 |
| Regional Population | 371,900 (2008) |
| Population Target | 427,200 (2016) |
| Population Target | 463,200 (2022) |
Source: Mid-West Regional Planning Guidelines 2010-2022
