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Carrickfergus, United Kingdom
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Carrickfergus is a small city in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 29,208. Elevation: 23 ft (7 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
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A+Community
| Population | 29,208 |
| Population Density | 6,175 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.7158°, -5.8058° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Northern Ireland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.6 inches (904 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $49,944 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Carrickfergus
Carrickfergus is a small city in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 29,208. The city sits at an elevation of 23 feet (7 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 35.6 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Carrickfergus vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Carrickfergus 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
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,658 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
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
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 11,683 |
Property Tax
Climate in Carrickfergus
Carrickfergus 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.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 47.8°F |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 39°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 59°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 271 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 23 ft (7 m) |
| Area | 4.7 sq mi (12.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 6,175/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.7158°N, 5.8058°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39°F (4°C) | 3.7 in | Coldest, Wettest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.6 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.8 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 51°F (10°C) | 2.1 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 2.3 in | |
| July | 59°F (15°C) | 2.6 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (15°C) | 3.1 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.3 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.7 in | |
| November | 43°F (6°C) | 3.5 in | |
| December | 40°F (4°C) | 3.5 in |
Carrickfergus has a seasonal temperature swing of 20°F / from 39°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 35.6 inches, with January being the wettest month (3.7") and May the driest (2.1").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 6,175/sq mi |
| Total Area | 4.7 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Carrickfergus
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| St. Nicholas Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Carrickfergus Grammar School | — | — | — | — |
| Carrickfergus Model Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Acorn Integrated Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Oakfield Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Carrickfergus Academy | — | — | — | — |
| Victoria Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Woodlawn Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Sunnylands Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Central Integrated Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Woodburn Primary School | — | — | — | — |
| Eden Primary School | — | — | — | — |
Radio Stations near Carrickfergus
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 Carrickfergus
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 'Caught in Time' Exhibition | ||||
| Andrew Jackson Cottage | ||||
| Ards Arts Centre | ||||
| Bangor Town Museum | ||||
| Carrickfergus Museum | ||||
| Crumlin Road Gaol | ||||
| Folk Galleries | ||||
| George Best's Family Home | ||||
| Larne Museum & Art Centre | ||||
| Linen Centre and Museum | ||||
| Museum At The Mill | ||||
| Museum of Orange Heritage | ||||
| Northern Ireland War Memorial | ||||
| Northern Ireland War Memorial Museum | ||||
| Police Museum | ||||
| Royal Ulster Rifles Museum | ||||
| Sentry Hill Historic House | ||||
| Somme Heritage Centre | ||||
| The White House | ||||
| Thompson Dock Pump House | ||||
| Ulster Folk and Transport Museum | ||||
| Ulster Folk Museum | ||||
| Ulster Museum | ||||
| Ulster Transport Museum | ||||
| US Rangers Centre | ||||
| W5 | ||||
| War Years Remembered | ||||
| Whitehead Railway Museum |
Libraries in Carrickfergus
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ardoyne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ballyclare Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ballyhackamore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bangor Carnegie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belfast Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carrickfergus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carryduff Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Chichester Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cloughfern Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Colin Glen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Colin Glen Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Comber Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cregagh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dundonald Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Falls Road Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Finaghy Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glengormley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glengormley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Glengormley Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greenisland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Grove Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Grove Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Holywood Arches Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Holywood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Larne Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lisburn City Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Lisburn Road Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newtonbreda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newtownards Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ormeau Road Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rathcoole Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Shankill Road Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Suffolk LIbrary | 0.0 | |||||
| The Linen Hall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tullycarnet Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitehead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whiterock Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodstock Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Carrickfergus
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Larne Market Yard | |||||
| Saint George's Market |
Hotels in Carrickfergus
3 hotels within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Carrickfergus
11 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Carrickfergus
6 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Carrickfergus
1 cinemas within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Carrickfergus
2 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Carrickfergus
1 castles within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Zoos in Carrickfergus
1 zoos within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Carrickfergus
1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Dentists in Carrickfergus
3 dentists within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Carrickfergus
3 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Train Stations in Carrickfergus
3 train stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Carrickfergus
6 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Carrickfergus
2 banks within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Carrickfergus
1 shopping malls within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Carrickfergus
3 gyms within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Carrickfergus
1 golf courses within city radius — OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Carrickfergus
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ards Brewing Company | ||||
| 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 | ||||
| Twisted Kettle Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Carrickfergus
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Carrickfergus
17 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast International Airport | BFS | Large Airport |
| Campbeltown Airport | CAL | Medium Airport |
| George Best Belfast City Airport | BHD | Medium Airport |
| Aughrim Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Derryogue | — | 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 |
| Slemish Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Slieve Croob Airfield | — | Small Airport |
| Tandragee Airstrip | — | Small Airport |
| Tarsan Lane Microlights | — | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Carrickfergus
4 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Fortfield Post Office | |
| Middle Road Post Office | |
| Sunnylands Post Office | |
| Victoria Road Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Carrickfergus
12 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast Chiropody Clinic | ||
| Belfast Chiropractic Clinic | ||
| Belfast Skin Clinic | ||
| Department of Clinical Health Psychology | ||
| Diabetic Retinopathy Service | ||
| Emerald Urgent Care | ||
| Endoscopy | ||
| Firefly Foot & Ankle Clinic | ||
| Fitzwilliam Clinic | ||
| Ligoniel Health Centre | ||
| Northern Health and Social Care Trust | ||
| Therapie |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Carrickfergus
19 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Carrick Nazerene | |
| Carrickfergus Baptist Church | |
| Carrickfergus Elim Church | |
| Carrickfergus Free Presbyterian Church | |
| Carrickfergus Gospel Hall | |
| Carrickfergus Methodist Church | |
| Christchurch Carrickfergus | |
| Downshire Presbyterian Church | |
| Eden Gospel Hall | |
| First Carrickfergus Presbyterian Church | |
| Gateway Church | |
| Holy Trinity Church | |
| Jordan Victory Church (JVC) | |
| Joymount Church | |
| Loughmourne Presbyterian Church | |
| Saint Nicholas Church | |
| Saint Nicholas Church (C.O.I.) | |
| St Coleman's Church | |
| Woodlands Presbyterian Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Carrickfergus?
Carrickfergus has a population of 29,208 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 6,175 people per square mile, spread across 4.7 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.
Is Carrickfergus 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 Carrickfergus?
Carrickfergus 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 59°F in July. The area receives 271 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 35.6 inches.
How is the job market in Carrickfergus?
Carrickfergus 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 2,658 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Carrickfergus?
The median home value in Carrickfergus is $204,534. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Carrickfergus?
50.0% of adults in Carrickfergus 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 Carrickfergus?
90% of residents speak only English at home.