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Ballynahinch, United Kingdom

Northern Ireland · United Kingdom

Ballynahinch is a small city in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 5,701. Elevation: 243 ft (74 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.1 /5.0
A Great
5,701 Population 6/sq mi density
243 ft Elevation 74 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
37.8 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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Full City Profile

People

Population5,701
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density6/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 Units2,280

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain37.8 in/yr
Sunny Days268/yr
Elevation243 ft (74 m)

Education

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

Community

Population5,701
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Coordinates54.4023°, -5.8972°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceNorthern Ireland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation37.8 inches (959 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Ballynahinch

Ballynahinch is a small city in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 5,701. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet (74 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 37.8 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Ballynahinch has a population of 5,701 with a density of 6 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

5,701
Total Population
6
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

Ballynahinch vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Ballynahinch 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 519 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Ballynahinch vs United Kingdom

Commute Mode

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)519

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Ballynahinch 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 2,280 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 Units2,280

Property Tax

Climate in Ballynahinch

Ballynahinch has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.4°C), the coldest is Jan (4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 861 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 4.8°C / 41°F 2.6° / 6.9° 73.6
Feb 5°C / 41°F 2.4° / 7.7° 62.0
Mar 6.4°C / 44°F 3.2° / 9.6° 60.4
Apr 8.4°C / 47°F 4.7° / 12.2° 56.2
May 11.1°C / 52°F 7.1° / 15.2° 55.0
Jun 13.8°C / 57°F 10° / 17.5° 64.9
Jul 15.4°C / 60°F 11.8° / 19° 74.3
Aug 15.2°C / 59°F 11.7° / 18.6° 86.1
Sep 13.2°C / 56°F 9.9° / 16.5° 67.4
Oct 10.2°C / 50°F 7.5° / 13° 89.4
Nov 7.2°C / 45°F 4.8° / 9.5° 86.8
Dec 5.1°C / 41°F 2.9° / 7.3° 85.0
Ballynahinch experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. The area gets 268 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 37.8 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 243 feet.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.5°F
12% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days268 days/yr

Geography

Elevation243 ft (74 m)
Area992.2 sq mi (2,569.7 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates54.4023°N, 5.8972°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 37.8"
1% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 3.86"
Driest Month (May) 2.36"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.7 in
March 42°F (6°C) 3.1 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.6 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.4 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 2.6 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.6 in Warmest
August 58°F (15°C) 3.4 in
September 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
October 49°F (9°C) 3.9 in
November 42°F (6°C) 3.5 in
December 39°F (4°C) 3.7 in

Ballynahinch has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 37.8 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.9") and May the driest (2.4").

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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 Density6/sq mi
Total Area992.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Ballynahinch

9 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Colman's High and Sixth Form College - - - -
St Patrick's Primary School - - - -
Assumption Grammar School - - - -
The High School Ballynahinch - - - -
Christ the King Primary School - - - -
Spa Primary School - - - -
Drumlins Integrated Primary School - - - -
Harmony Christian School - - - -
Ballynahinch Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Ballynahinch

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 Ballynahinch

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
'Caught in Time' Exhibition
Ards Arts Centre
Carriage Gallery
Crumlin Road Gaol
Down County Museum
Folk Galleries
George Best's Family Home
Linen Centre and Museum
Museum of Orange Heritage
Northern Ireland War Memorial
Northern Ireland War Memorial Museum
Police Museum
Royal Ulster Rifles Museum
Somme Heritage Centre
St. Patricks Visitor Centre
Thompson Dock Pump House
Ulster Folk and Transport Museum
Ulster Folk Museum
Ulster Museum
W5
War Years Remembered

Libraries in Ballynahinch

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ardoyne Library0.0
Ballyhackamore Library0.0
Ballynahinch Library0.0
Bar Library0.0
Belfast Central Library0.0
Carryduff Library0.0
Castlewellan Library0.0
Chichester Library0.0
Colin Glen Library0.0
Colin Glen Library0.0
Comber Library0.0
Cregagh Library0.0
Downpatrick Library0.0
Dundonald Library0.0
Falls Road Library0.0
Finaghy Library0.0
Grove Library0.0
Grove Library0.0
Holywood Arches Library0.0
Holywood Library0.0
Killyleagh Library0.0
Lisburn City Library0.0
Lisburn Road Library0.0
Newcastle Library0.0
Newtonbreda Library0.0
Newtownards Library0.0
Ormeau Road Library0.0
Saintfield Library0.0
Shankill Road Library0.0
Suffolk LIbrary0.0
The Linen Hall Library0.0
Tullycarnet Library0.0
Whiterock Library0.0
Woodstock Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Ballynahinch

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Nutts Corner Sunday Market
Saint George's Market

Hotels in Ballynahinch

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Millbrook Lodge Hotel

Cafes in Ballynahinch

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Harry's Place CIC
No 28 Cafe

Clinics in Ballynahinch

2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Montalto Health Centre
Redburn Clinic

Dentists in Ballynahinch

1 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #11372129202

Veterinaries in Ballynahinch

1 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #11373218886

Gas Stations in Ballynahinch

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Carlisle Fuels
GB #13395667552
GB #169147983
Morrison's Garage

Golf Courses in Ballynahinch

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Spa Golf Club

Breweries in Ballynahinch

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bell's Brewery
Bell's Brewery
Boundary Brewery
Bullhouse Brewing Co.
Farmageddon Brewing Company
Hercules Brewing Company
Hercules Brewing Company
Hilden Brewing Company
Knockout Brewing
Knockout Brewing
Modest Beer
Norn Iron Brewing Company
Norn Iron Brewing Company
Out of Office Brewing Company
Out of Office Brewing Company
Whitewater Brewing Co.

Stadiums & Teams in Ballynahinch

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Airports Near Ballynahinch

22 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Belfast International AirportBFSLarge Airport
George Best Belfast City AirportBHDMedium Airport
Aughrim Airstrip-Small Airport
Carstown Ultralight Airstrip-Small Airport
Causeway Airfield-Small Airport
Crossmaglen Airstrip-Small Airport
Derryogue-Small Airport
Dunnyvadden Airstrip-Small Airport
Laytown Airstrip-Small Airport
Mayobridge Airstrip-Small Airport
Mullaglass-Small Airport
Newry private Airstrip-Small Airport
Newtownards Airport-Small Airport
Plains Airstrip-Small Airport
Rathfriland Airstrip-Small Airport
Redrock Airstrip-Small Airport
Slemish Airfield-Small Airport
Slieve Croob Airfield-Small Airport
Tandragee Airstrip-Small Airport
Tarsan Lane Microlights-Small Airport
Wild Geese Skydive Centre-Small Airport
Woodview Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Ballynahinch

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Ballynahinch Post Office
Drumaness Post Office

Treatment Centers in Ballynahinch

10 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Belfast Chiropody Clinic
Belfast Chiropractic Clinic
Belfast Skin Clinic
Department of Clinical Health Psychology
Diabetic Retinopathy Service
Emerald Urgent Care
Firefly Foot & Ankle Clinic
Fitzwilliam Clinic
Ligoniel Health Centre
Therapie

Churches & Religious Organizations in Ballynahinch

13 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ballynahinch Baptist Church
Ballynahinch Congregational Church
Ballynahinch Free Presbyterian Church
Ballynahinch Methodist Church
Christ the King
Drumeness Gospel Hall
Edengrove Presbyterian Church
First Presbyterian Church
Magherahamlet Parish Church
Magherradroll Church
Spa Presbyterian Church
St Patrick's RC Church
St. Colman's Roman Catholic 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 Ballynahinch

What is the population of Ballynahinch?

Ballynahinch has a population of 5,701 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 6 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 Ballynahinch 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 Ballynahinch?

Ballynahinch has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 268 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 37.8 inches.

How is the job market in Ballynahinch?

Ballynahinch 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 519 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Ballynahinch?

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

How are the schools in Ballynahinch?

50.0% of adults in Ballynahinch 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 Ballynahinch?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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