Ballywalter, United Kingdom
Northern Ireland · United Kingdom
Ballywalter is a small town in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,572. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026
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About Ballywalter
Ballywalter is a village or townland and civil parish in County Down, Northern Ireland. It is on the east coast of the Ards Peninsula between Donaghadee and Ballyhalbert. Ballywalter was formerly known as Whitkirk as far back as the 12th century. It had a population of 2,027 people in the 2011 census.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,572 |
| Population Density | 9 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.5433°, -5.4848° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Northern Ireland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 30.2 inches (768 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Ballywalter
Ballywalter is a small town in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 1,572. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 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 30.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.9°F |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 37°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (16°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 184.2 sq mi (477.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 9/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.5433°N, 5.4848°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37°F (3°C) | 3.1 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.2 in | |
| March | 43°F (6°C) | 2.4 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.0 in | |
| May | 52°F (11°C) | 1.9 in | Driest |
| June | 57°F (14°C) | 2.1 in | |
| July | 60°F (16°C) | 2.2 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 2.8 in | |
| September | 55°F (13°C) | 2.6 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.1 in | Wettest |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| December | 38°F (3°C) | 3.1 in |
Ballywalter has a seasonal temperature swing of 23°F / from 37°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 30.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.1") and May the driest (1.9").
Schools in Ballywalter
1 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballywalter Primary School | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Ballywalter
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 Ballywalter
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ards Arts Centre | ||||
| Bangor Town Museum | ||||
| Carriage Gallery | ||||
| Down County Museum | ||||
| Kiln House | ||||
| Miller's House | ||||
| Somme Heritage Centre | ||||
| St. Patricks Visitor Centre | ||||
| Store House | ||||
| War Years Remembered | ||||
| Whitehead Railway Museum |
Libraries in Ballywalter
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bangor Carnegie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Donaghadee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Downpatrick Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Killyleagh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newtownards Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portaferry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitehead Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in Ballywalter
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Ballywalter
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ards Brewing Company | ||||
| Twisted Kettle Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Ballywalter
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Ballywalter
10 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast International Airport | BFS | Large Airport |
| George Best Belfast City Airport | BHD | Medium Airport |
| Aughrim Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Castle Kennedy Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Derryogue | - | Small Airport |
| Dunnyvadden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newtownards Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rathfriland Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Slemish Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Slieve Croob Airfield | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Ballywalter
1 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ballywalter Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Ballywalter
4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Ballywalter Gospel Hall | |
| Ballywalter Presbyterian Church | |
| Holy Trinity | |
| St. Andrew's Church |
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Ballywalter?
Ballywalter has a population of 1,572 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 9 people per square mile, spread across 184.2 square miles.
What is the weather like in Ballywalter?
Ballywalter 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. Annual rainfall totals 30.2 inches.
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