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Ardglass, United Kingdom

Northern Ireland · United Kingdom

Ardglass is a small town in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,676. Elevation: 20 ft (6 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,676 Population 2/sq mi density
20 ft Elevation 6 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
31.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$248,260 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Ardglass

Ardglass

Ardglass is a coastal fishing village, townland and civil parish in County Down, Northern Ireland, in the historic barony of Lecale Lower. It is still a relatively important fishing harbour. It is situated on the B1 Ardglass to Downpatrick road, about 6 miles to the south east of Downpatrick, in the Lecale peninsula on the Irish Sea. It had a population of 1,761 in the 2021 census, and is located within the Newry, Mourne and Down area.

People

Population1,676
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density2/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

B
Median Income$49,944
Per Capita$49,944
Unemployment4.8%

Housing

B+
Home Value$248,260
Rent$1,249
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units670

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain31.2 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation20 ft (6 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+84.0%

Community

Population1,676
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Coordinates54.2631°, -5.6098°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceNorthern Ireland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation31.2 inches (793 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Ardglass

Ardglass is a small town in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 1,676. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet (6 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Ardglass has a population of 1,676 with a density of 2 people per square mile, spread across 992.2 square miles. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 50.5% female and 49.5% male. English is the primary language spoken at home by 90% of residents.

Population

1,676
Total Population
2
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
992.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 90.0%
15% above United Kingdom avg
Other Languages 10.0%

Social Characteristics

Ardglass vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Ardglass is $49,944, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $49,944 (above the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $960, 33% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). The area has 153 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ardglass vs United Kingdom

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Income

Median HH Income$49,944
34% below United Kingdom avg
Per Capita Income$49,944
Avg Weekly Wage$960

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
32% above United Kingdom avg
Establishments (County)153

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Ardglass is $248,260, 12% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 65.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 670 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$248,260
12% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership65.0%
Owner-Occupied65.0%
Renter-Occupied35.0%
Housing Units670

Property Tax

Ardglass experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 279 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.2 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 20 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation20 ft (6 m)
Area992.2 sq mi (2,569.7 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates54.2631°N, 5.6098°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.2"
18% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.15"
Driest Month (May) 2.01"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

2 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M3.2 on Aug 25, 2013.

Jul 29, 1992 8 km WNW of Caernarfon, United Kingdom M3.5 147 km
Aug 25, 2013 23 km W of Cleveleys, United Kingdom M3.2 150 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 3.2 in Coldest, Wettest
February 38°F (4°C) 2.3 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.5 in
April 47°F (8°C) 2.2 in
May 52°F (11°C) 2.0 in Driest
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.2 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.9 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.7 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.1 in
November 42°F (5°C) 2.8 in
December 38°F (3°C) 3.2 in

Ardglass has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 37°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.2 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.2") and May the driest (2.0").

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50.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 48% above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above United Kingdom avg
High School+84.0%
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

Population Density2/sq mi
Total Area992.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

Drive Alone60.0%
Public Transit18.0%
Work from Home24.0%

Schools in Ardglass

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Nicholas' Primary School
St Mary's Primary School
St Joseph's Primary School
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Radio Stations near Ardglass

4 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Q Radio Belfast MP3 128 kbps
Raidió Fáilte indie, rock MP3 128 kbps
Mdog Radio MP3 320 kbps
Raidió Fáilte 107.1fm belfast, irish traditional MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Ardglass

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Carriage Gallery
Down County Museum
St. Patricks Visitor Centre

Libraries in Ardglass

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Downpatrick Library0.0
Killyleagh Library0.0
Portaferry Library0.0
Saintfield Library0.0

Restaurants in Ardglass

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Summer Flame

Cafes in Ardglass

2 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Fired
The Quay

Castles in Ardglass

2 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Castle Bright
Jordan's Castle

Gas Stations in Ardglass

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

GB #8959124279
GB #9969493902

Banks in Ardglass

1 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Bright Credit Union

Golf Courses in Ardglass

2 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Ardglass Golf Club
Bright Golf Course

Breweries in Ardglass

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Farmageddon Brewing Company
Lecale Brewery

Airports Near Ardglass

17 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Belfast International AirportBFSLarge Airport
George Best Belfast City AirportBHDMedium Airport
Aughrim AirstripSmall Airport
Ballyhavil Farm AirfieldSmall Airport
Carstown Ultralight AirstripSmall Airport
Castle Kennedy AirfieldSmall Airport
DerryogueSmall Airport
Dunnyvadden AirstripSmall Airport
Ellistown AirstripSmall Airport
Laytown AirstripSmall Airport
Mayobridge AirstripSmall Airport
Newry private AirstripSmall Airport
Newtownards AirportSmall Airport
Rathfriland AirstripSmall Airport
Slemish AirfieldSmall Airport
Slieve Croob AirfieldSmall Airport
Tobertaskin AirstripSmall Airport

Post Offices in Ardglass

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ardglass Post Office
Killough Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ardglass

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ardglass Parish Church
Ardglass Presbyterian Church
Ballee Parish Church
Ballee Presbyterian Church
Bright Parish Church
Dunsford Church of Ireland
Our Lady Star of the Sea
St Anne's Parish Church
St Nicholas Church
St. Joseph's Church

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

🇬🇧 About United Kingdom

Capital London
Population 66,488,991
Area 244,820 km²
GDP (USD) $3,420,796,653,789
GDP per capita $49,944
HDI 0.940
Life expectancy 81.2 years
Internet users 96.3%
Urban population 83.2%
Currency GBP (Pound)
Languages English
Calling code +44
TLD .uk
Driving side left

Public Holidays in United Kingdom

14 public holidays this year

Date Holiday Local Name
Jan 1 New Year's Day New Year's Day
Jan 2 2 January 2 January
Mar 17 Saint Patrick's Day Saint Patrick's Day
Apr 3 Good Friday Good Friday
Apr 6 Easter Monday Easter Monday
May 4 Early May Bank Holiday Early May Bank Holiday
May 25 Spring Bank Holiday Spring Bank Holiday
Jun 15 World Cup Bank Holiday World Cup Bank Holiday
Jul 13 Battle of the Boyne Battle of the Boyne
Aug 3 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Aug 31 Summer Bank Holiday Summer Bank Holiday
Nov 30 Saint Andrew's Day Saint Andrew's Day
Dec 25 Christmas Day Christmas Day
Dec 28 St. Stephen's Day Boxing Day

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Frequently Asked Questions About Ardglass

What is the population of Ardglass?

Ardglass has a population of 1,676 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 992.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Ardglass expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $248,260 (12% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Ardglass?

Ardglass has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.2 inches.

How is the job market in Ardglass?

Ardglass has a healthy job market with an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $960. There are 153 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ardglass?

The median home value in Ardglass is $248,260. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Ardglass?

50.0% of adults in Ardglass hold a bachelor's degree or higher, above the national average of 33.7%. 84.0% have completed high school.

What are the demographics of Ardglass?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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