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Broughshane, United Kingdom

Northern Ireland · United Kingdom

Broughshane is a small town in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 2,581. Elevation: 213 ft (65 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
2,581 Population 5/sq mi density
213 ft Elevation 65 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
44.5 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
4.4 / 5.0
$204,534 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Broughshane

Broughshane

Broughshane is a large village in County Antrim, Northern Ireland. It is 3.5 miles (5.6 km) northeast of Ballymena and 13.8 miles (22.2 km) north of Antrim, on the A42 road. It is part of Mid and East Antrim District Council and had a population of 2,879 people in the 2011 census.

People

Population2,581
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density5/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

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

Housing

A
Home Value$204,534
Rent$1,249
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units1,032

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain44.5 in/yr
Sunny Days255/yr
Elevation213 ft (65 m)

Education

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

Community

Population2,581
Population Density5 / sq mi
Elevation213 ft (65 m)
Coordinates54.8926°, -6.2090°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceNorthern Ireland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation44.5 inches (1,131 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Broughshane

Broughshane is a small town in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 2,581. The city sits at an elevation of 213 feet (65 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 44.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Broughshane has a population of 2,581 with a density of 5 people per square mile, spread across 538.3 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

2,581
Total Population
5
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
538.3mi²
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

Broughshane vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Broughshane 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 235 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Broughshane 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)235

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Broughshane is $204,534, 27% 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 1,032 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,534
27% 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 Units1,032

Property Tax

Climate in Broughshane

Broughshane 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
Broughshane experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 255 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 44.5 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 213 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.9°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Sunny Days255 days/yr

Geography

Elevation213 ft (65 m)
Area538.3 sq mi (1,394.1 km²)
Population Density5/sq mi
Coordinates54.8926°N, 6.2090°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 44.5"
17% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.80"
Driest Month (May) 2.48"

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 M3.5 130 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 133 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 130 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 121 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 4.8 in Coldest, Wettest
February 40°F (4°C) 3.5 in
March 42°F (6°C) 3.9 in
April 45°F (7°C) 2.8 in
May 50°F (10°C) 2.5 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 2.6 in
July 58°F (15°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.5 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.0 in
October 49°F (10°C) 4.7 in
November 44°F (6°C) 4.7 in
December 41°F (5°C) 4.6 in

Broughshane has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 39°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 44.5 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.8") and May the driest (2.5").

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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 Density5/sq mi
Total Area538.3 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Broughshane

4 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Kirkinriola Primary School - - - -
Hazelbank Primary School - - - -
Broughshane Primary School - - - -
Mary Queen of Peace Primary School (Martinstown site) - - - -
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Radio Stations near Broughshane

6 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Q Radio Belfast - MP3 128 kbps
SVETUR - MP3 128 kbps
Raidió Fáilte indie, rock MP3 128 kbps
Svetur (IE) - AAC+ 32 kbps
Mdog Radio - MP3 320 kbps
Raidió Fáilte 107.1fm belfast, irish traditional MP3 128 kbps

Museums in Broughshane

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Garden Heritage Exhibition
Gracehill Village Old School Museum
Mid-Antrim Museum
Sentry Hill Historic House
The Landscape Centre

Libraries in Broughshane

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Antrim Library0.0
Ballyclare Library0.0
Ballymena Central Library0.0
Broughshane Library0.0
Carnlough Library0.0
Cushendall Library0.0
Greystone Library0.0
Kells and Connor Library0.0
Randalstown Library0.0

Hotels in Broughshane

1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Loughconnolly Farmhouse B&B

Restaurants in Broughshane

1 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Spotted Fleece

Gas Stations in Broughshane

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #1241311882
Walter Youngs

Golf Courses in Broughshane

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ballymena Golf Course

Breweries in Broughshane

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bibulous Bastard Brewing Company
Hillstown Brewery
Our Brewery

Airports Near Broughshane

25 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Belfast International AirportBFSLarge Airport
Campbeltown AirportCALMedium Airport
George Best Belfast City AirportBHDMedium Airport
Blackhill Airstrip-Small Airport
Castlerock Airstrip-Small Airport
Causeway Airfield-Small Airport
Coalisland Airstrip-Small Airport
Donnydeade Airstrip-Small Airport
Dungannon Airstrip-Small Airport
Dunnyvadden Airstrip-Small Airport
Kildalloig 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
The Moy Airstrip-Small Airport
Wild Geese Skydive Centre-Small Airport
Woodview Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Broughshane

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Broughshane Post Office
Martinstown Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Broughshane

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Broughshane Gospel Hall
Broughshane Second Presbyterian Church
Buckla Presbyterian Church
Buckna Gospel Hall
Cloughwater Presbyterian Church
First Broughshane Presbyterian Church
Saint Patrick's Church
St Mary, Queen Of Peace
St. Patrick's Parish 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 Broughshane

What is the population of Broughshane?

Broughshane has a population of 2,581 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 5 people per square mile, spread across 538.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Broughshane expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $204,534 (27% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.1x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Broughshane?

Broughshane has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 255 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 44.5 inches.

How is the job market in Broughshane?

Broughshane 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 235 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Broughshane?

The median home value in Broughshane is $204,534. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Broughshane?

50.0% of adults in Broughshane 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 Broughshane?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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