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Bellaghy, United Kingdom

Northern Ireland · United Kingdom

Bellaghy is a small town in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,072. Elevation: 85 ft (26 m). Average temperature: 49°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,072 Population 1/sq mi density
85 ft Elevation 26 meters
49°F Avg Temperature 9°C
42.6 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.2 / 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
A
Affordability
4.2 / 5.0
$220,302 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Bellaghy

Bellaghy

Bellaghy is a village in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. It lies north west of Lough Neagh and about 5 miles north east of Magherafelt. In the centre of the village three main roads lead to Magherafelt, Portglenone and Toome. It had a population of 1,063 people in the 2001 Census and is within Mid-Ulster District.

People

Population1,072
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

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

Housing

A
Home Value$220,302
Rent$1,249
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units429

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (9°C)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days259/yr
Elevation85 ft (26 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,072
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Coordinates54.8087°, -6.5192°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceNorthern Ireland
Average Temperature49°F (9°C)
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation42.6 inches (1,083 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Bellaghy

Bellaghy is a small town in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 1,072. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet (26 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 49°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 42.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Bellaghy has a population of 1,072 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,083.3 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

1,072
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
1,083.3mi²
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

Bellaghy vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Bellaghy 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 98 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Bellaghy 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)98

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Bellaghy is $220,302, 22% 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 429 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,302
22% 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 Units429

Property Tax

Climate in Bellaghy

Bellaghy 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
Bellaghy experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 259 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 85 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (5°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.8°F
10% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (5°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Sunny Days259 days/yr

Geography

Elevation85 ft (26 m)
Area1,083.3 sq mi (2,805.9 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates54.8087°N, 6.5192°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 42.6"
12% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 4.45"
Driest Month (May) 2.56"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

4 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M2.6 on Nov 1, 2017.

May 3, 1998 Scotland, United Kingdom M3.5 142 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 143 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 143 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (5°C) 4.4 in Coldest
February 41°F (5°C) 3.3 in
March 43°F (6°C) 3.6 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.7 in
May 51°F (11°C) 2.6 in Driest
June 56°F (13°C) 2.7 in
July 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 3.6 in
September 55°F (13°C) 3.7 in
October 50°F (10°C) 4.5 in Wettest
November 44°F (7°C) 4.3 in
December 42°F (5°C) 4.4 in

Bellaghy has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 42.6 inches, with October being the wettest month (4.5") and May the driest (2.6").

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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 Density1/sq mi
Total Area1,083.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Bellaghy

3 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Bellaghy Primary School - - - -
Millquarter Primary School - - - -
St Mary's Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Bellaghy

3 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
BFBS Northern Ireland (IE) - AAC+ 64 kbps
SVETUR - MP3 128 kbps
Svetur (IE) - AAC+ 32 kbps

Museums in Bellaghy

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bellaghy Bawn
Garvagh Museum
Gracehill Village Old School Museum
Mid-Antrim Museum
Seamus Heaney HomePlace
Seamus Heaney Homeplace

Libraries in Bellaghy

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ballymena Central Library0.0
Cookstown Library0.0
Garvagh Library0.0
Kilrea Library0.0
Maghera Library0.0
Magherafelt Library0.0
Portglenone Library0.0
Randalstown Library0.0

Restaurants in Bellaghy

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Peggy's Diner

Cafes in Bellaghy

2 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Poet's Corner
Soda's Cafe

Gas Stations in Bellaghy

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #12951574616
Hillside Filling Station
Moneynick Service Station
Nichols

Breweries in Bellaghy

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bloodline Brewing Company
Heaney Brewery
Hillstown Brewery
Our Brewery

Airports Near Bellaghy

29 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Belfast International AirportBFSLarge Airport
City of Derry AirportLDYMedium Airport
George Best Belfast City AirportBHDMedium Airport
Altamuskin-Small Airport
Aughrim Airstrip-Small Airport
Bellarena Airfield-Small Airport
Blackhill Airstrip-Small Airport
Carrickmore Airstrip-Small Airport
Castlerock Airstrip-Small Airport
Causeway Airfield-Small Airport
Coalisland Airstrip-Small Airport
Crossmaglen Airstrip-Small Airport
Donnydeade Airstrip-Small Airport
Dungannon Airstrip-Small Airport
Dunnamanagh Airstrip-Small Airport
Dunnyvadden Airstrip-Small Airport
Mayobridge Airstrip-Small Airport
Mullaglass-Small Airport
Newry private Airstrip-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
The Moy Airstrip-Small Airport
Wild Geese Skydive Centre-Small Airport
Woodview Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Bellaghy

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Bellaghy Post Office
Moneyglass Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Bellaghy

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Ballyscullion Parish Church
Bellaghy Presbyterian Church
Duneane Parish Church
Gospel Hall
Grange Baptist Church
Grange Presbyterian Church
Moneyglass Chapel
St Joseph's
St Mary's
St Tida's

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UFO Sightings
2
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Bellaghy

What is the population of Bellaghy?

Bellaghy has a population of 1,072 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,083.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Bellaghy expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $220,302 (22% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.4x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Bellaghy?

Bellaghy has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 49°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. The area receives 259 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 42.6 inches.

How is the job market in Bellaghy?

Bellaghy 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 98 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Bellaghy?

The median home value in Bellaghy is $220,302. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Bellaghy?

50.0% of adults in Bellaghy 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 Bellaghy?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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