Local Radio Plays A Huge Role In Community Engagement

The latest JNLR survey shows local attracts 2.3 million adult listeners daily.

The latest JNLR/Ipsos survey for radio listenership shows the continuing influence of radio in Ireland.

The report covers April 2025 to March 2026.  Almost three and a half million adults tune in every weekday reinforcing radio’s position as one of Ireland’s most consistently used media channels.

Local and regional radio continues to play a hugely important role in Irish life, attracting 2.3 million adult listeners every weekday, maintaining strong engagement within communities across the country.

How you're listening:

• 10% of all radio listening is now via a connected devices
• 6% listen through a smart speaker
• 3% tune in via a mobile device

This JNLR report shows East Coast FM enjoys a weekly audience of 53,000. Thank you for listening!