I'm living in Sandford Wood, Swords the past 3 years without any complaints. The neighbours are all very nice, most of which have traded up with young families. The houses were built by Kingscroft and are far superior to the Albany built ones. What I like most is that our estate is totally enclosed, with one entrance, so no thru traffic/shortcuts. Also the estate consists solely of semis & detatched houses all of which have front gardens. There are very few rented houses and no fear dubhs that I've come across. It has a real sense of community about it. Well worth serious consideration!
BTW - the recent proposed development by Gannon homes has been rejected in the new draft development plan. More info here....