Here are some facts and figures about County Longford, located in the heart of Ireland.LocationDublin - 120kmGalway - 105kmBelfast - 190kmLimerick(Shannon) - 160kmCork - 250kmPopulationCounty 40,873 (census 2016),Longford town 10,008 (census 2016)Key Business sectors (LCC 2015)Manufacturing (13.4%)Wholesale/retail (15.2%)Public Administration (7.4%)Education.42 primary level schoolsNine secondary level schoolsAccess to over 12 third level facilities within a radius of 100km45 mins to Athlone Institute of Technology (AIT).Six library branches throughout the county - www.longfordlibrary.ie.Quality of LifePrime land locations offering ease of access to the N4, N5 and N55Quality affordable housing at a fraction of city costs. Abundant supply of affordable Childcare facilities.Ready access to health care facilities.Recreation and LeisureThe Mall ComplexThe Backstage Theatre.Longford GAA.Longford Town Soccer Club.Longford Rugby Club.