Bike Safety
Cycling has become an increasingly popular way to travel around Dublin City for both work and leisure. The Local Community Safety Partnership (LCSP) have been meeting with the community and local services to discuss bike safety within our city. Below is some information on how to keep you bike safe, and what to do if you have experienced bike theft.
Ways to keep your bike safe
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- Take note of your bike’s serial number – this can be useful to help identify your bike.
- Lock your bike securely when it is not in use.
- Lock both your front wheel and frame to an immovable object.
- Invest in a good quality lock.
- When possible, store your bike in a well-lit, indoor area.
Did you know?
Dublin City Council have installed 2 Cargobike parking spaces on Manor Street and at St. Stephen’s Green.
Dublin City Council are also working in partnership with two car park providers to provide indoor cycle parking in these 2 Northside facilities:
| Facility | Location | No. of Spaces | Opening Date |
| Jervis Street Car park – APCOA | 61-66 Jervis St, Dublin 1 | 64 Spaces
2 accessible/cargo bike stands |
Friday 29th October, 2021 |
| Q-Park The Spire | Cathal Brugha Street, Dublin 1 | 110 Spaces
2 accessible/cargo bike stands |
Week Commencing 15th November, 2021 |
In addition, BikeBunkers are secure hangars for city residents to securely store their bicycles close to their home and under cover, saving space and worry. A space in a BikeBunker costs €100 per year. For more information and to apply for a Bike Bunker in your area please visit https://bikebunkers.ie/
What the LCSP are doing to help
The LSCP and An Garda Síochána have begun trialling a bike marking scheme, aimed at bike theft prevention. You can read more about the bike marking scheme here: https://www.lcsp.ie/?page_id=4332
What should I do if my bike is stolen?
If your bike is stolen, you should report the theft to your local Garda Station:
- Bridewell Garda Station 01 666 8200
- Mountjoy Garda Station 01 666 8600
- Store Street Garda Station 01 666 8000