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Derry, United Kingdom

Northern Ireland · United Kingdom

Derry is a mid-size city in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 83,652. Elevation: 79 ft (24 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.2 /5.0
A Great
83,652 Population 560/sq mi density
79 ft Elevation 24 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
61.5 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
4.3 / 5.0
$213,058 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

Population83,652
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density560/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

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

Housing

A
Home Value$213,058
Rent$1,249
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units33,461

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain61.5 in/yr
Sunny Days224/yr
Elevation79 ft (24 m)

Education

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

Community

Population83,652
Population Density560 / sq mi
Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Coordinates54.9981°, -7.3093°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceNorthern Ireland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation61.5 inches (1,561 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Derry

Derry is a mid-size city in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 83,652. The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet (24 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 40°F in January to 58°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 61.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Derry has a population of 83,652 with a density of 560 people per square mile, spread across 149.4 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

83,652
Total Population
560
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
149.4mi²
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

Derry vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Derry 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 102 business establishments, including 28 restaurants. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Derry 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)102

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare20
Retail9

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Derry is $213,058, 24% 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 33,461 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$213,058
24% 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 Units33,461

Property Tax

Climate in Derry

Derry has an average annual temperature of 9.5°C (49°F). The hottest month is Aug (14.6°C), the coldest is Jan (5.1°C). Average annual precipitation is 1268 mm.

Month Avg °C / °F Min / Max °C Rain (mm)
Jan 5.1°C / 41°F -0.3° / 11.2° 91.9
Feb 5.8°C / 42°F 0.3° / 11.1° 111.9
Mar 6.2°C / 43°F 0.2° / 13° 104.1
Apr 8°C / 46°F 1.5° / 15.5° 69.3
May 10.6°C / 51°F 4.1° / 18.3° 78.9
Jun 12.9°C / 55°F 7.1° / 20.4° 97.6
Jul 14.3°C / 58°F 9.1° / 22.2° 114.2
Aug 14.6°C / 58°F 9.2° / 21.5° 122.5
Sep 13.1°C / 56°F 7.5° / 20.7° 99.5
Oct 10.2°C / 50°F 4.6° / 16.3° 132.1
Nov 7.8°C / 46°F 1.8° / 13.9° 108.7
Dec 5.9°C / 43°F 0.7° / 11.5° 137.7
Derry experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 40°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 224 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 61.5 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 79 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average48.2°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days224 days/yr

Geography

Elevation79 ft (24 m)
Area149.4 sq mi (387.0 km²)
Population Density560/sq mi
Coordinates54.9981°N, 7.3093°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 61.5"
62% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Nov) 6.93"
Driest Month (May) 3.43"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

3 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M3.5. Most recent: M3.5 on May 3, 1998.

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

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 40°F (4°C) 6.2 in Coldest
February 40°F (5°C) 4.6 in
March 43°F (6°C) 4.9 in
April 46°F (8°C) 3.7 in
May 50°F (10°C) 3.4 in Driest
June 54°F (12°C) 3.8 in
July 58°F (14°C) 4.1 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 5.0 in
September 54°F (12°C) 5.6 in
October 50°F (10°C) 6.5 in
November 44°F (7°C) 6.9 in Wettest
December 41°F (5°C) 6.9 in

Derry has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 40°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 61.5 inches, with November being the wettest month (6.9") and May the driest (3.4").

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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. 20 healthcare facilities operate in the area.

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 Density560/sq mi
Total Area149.4 sq mi

Services

Healthcare Facilities20
Restaurants28
Retail Stores9

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Derry

23 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
St Brigid's College - - - -
Ardnashee School and College - - - -
Ebrington Primary and Nursery School - - - -
Foyle College - - - -
Rosemount Primary School - - - -
St Brigid's Primary & Nursery School - - - -
St Eugene's Primary School - - - -
St Anne's Primary School - - - -
Holy Child Primary School - - - -
Steelstown Primary School - - - -
Bunscoil Cholmcille & Naíscoil Dhoire - - - -
Gaelscoil Na Daroige - - - -
Foyle Language School - - - -
St Paul's Primary School Slievemore - - - -
St Patricks Primary School - - - -
Greenhaw Primary School - - - -
Oakgrove Integrated Primary School - - - -
Saint Eithne's Primary - - - -
Holy Family Primary School - - - -
Londonderry Model Primary School - - - -
Saint Joseph's Boy's School - - - -
St Columb's College - - - -
St Mary's College - - - -
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Radio Stations near Derry

2 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality
Highland Radio (IE) popular music, variety MP3 128 kbps
Northern Sound (IE) - AAC 64 kbps

Museums in Derry

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Apprentice Boys of Derry
Dunree Centre
Fort Dunree Military Museum
Foyle Valley Railway Museum
Museum of Free Derry
Tower Museum

Libraries in Derry

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Buncrana Library0.0
Creggan Library0.0
Derry Central Library0.0
Lifford Library0.0
Shantallow Library0.0
Strabane Library0.0
Strathfoyle Library0.0
Waterside Library0.0

Hotels in Derry

11 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ballyoan House
Chamberlain House
City Hotel
Da Vinci's
Hogg & Michels
Holiday Inn Express
Hotel no.9
The Ebrington
Travelodge Derry
Waterfoot Hotel
Waterfoot Hotel

Restaurants in Derry

19 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Ancho
Browns in Town
Brunswick Superbowl
Da Vinci's
Danano
El Tapas Grá
Flaming Jacks
Istanbul
Mama Masala
Mandarin Palace
Pyke 'N' Pommes
Quai West Restaurant
Saffron Indian Restaurant
Soda and Starch
Stitch and Weave
The Embankment Bar and Grill
Twenty One Bar
Umi
Walled City Brewery

Cafes in Derry

6 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Abbey Studio
City Home Bakery
Eskimo
Legenderry Cafe
Patricia's Coffee House
The Coffee Tree

Cinemas in Derry

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Omniplex Cinema

Monuments in Derry

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Peace Flame

Castles in Derry

1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Glengaliagh Hall

Clinics in Derry

1 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Great James Medical Centre

Bus Stations in Derry

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Airporter HQ

Gas Stations in Derry

4 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #442299789
GB #947007661
Link Service Station
Nicholl

Banks in Derry

4 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

AIB
Derry Credit Union
Pennyburn Credit Union
Ulster Bank

Shopping Malls in Derry

4 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Northside Village Centre
Quayside Shopping Centre
Ráth Mór Shopping Centre
Springtown Shopping Centre

Gyms in Derry

1 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

PureGym

Breweries in Derry

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Dopey Dick Brewing Company
Kinnegar K1 Brewery
Northbound Brewery
Northbound Brewing
O'Connor Craft Beer
Otterbank Brewing Company
Rough Brothers Brewery
Walled City Brewery

Stadiums & Teams in Derry

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Derry

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
City of Derry AirportLDYMedium Airport
Enniskillen/St Angelo AirportENKMedium Airport
Altamuskin-Small Airport
Ashfield - Russell's field UL-Small Airport
Bellarena Airfield-Small Airport
Blackhill Airstrip-Small Airport
Carrickmore Airstrip-Small Airport
Carrigart Airstrip-Small Airport
Castlerock Airstrip-Small Airport
Causeway Airfield-Small Airport
Coalisland Airstrip-Small Airport
Coulters Airstrip-Small Airport
Donnydeade Airstrip-Small Airport
Drumavish Airstrip-Small Airport
Dungannon Airstrip-Small Airport
Dunnamanagh Airstrip-Small Airport
Finn Valley Airfield UL-Small Airport
Letterkenny Airfield-Small Airport
Pettigo Airstrip-Small Airport
Redrock Airstrip-Small Airport
Ruskey Airstrip-Small Airport
The Moy Airstrip-Small Airport
Wild Geese Skydive Centre-Small Airport
Woodview Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Derry

9 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Buncrana Road Post Office
Caw Post Office
Creggan Post Office
Creggan Road Post Office
Galliagh Post Office
Londonderry Post Office
Park Avenue Post Office
Shantallow Post Office
The Rock Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Derry

10 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Belmont St Peter
Christ Church
Derry Donegal Christian Fellowship
Holy Family Parish
Our Lady of Lourdes Steelstown
Saint Eugene's Cathedral
St. Patrick's Pennyburn
Strand Presbyterian
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Waterside Presbyterian

Quick Facts

Timezone
Europe/London

Around Derry

Places within 5 km radius - OpenStreetMap data

Schools 41
Hospitals 4
Pharmacies 16
Restaurants 28
Cafes 21
Bars 9
Supermarkets 9
Banks 5
Museums 2
Hotels 10
Parks 38

Things to See Near Derry

62 places within 15 km

⚱️ Archaeological Sites (18)
  • • Cairn
  • • Cashel Fort
  • • Chambered Grave
  • • Chambered Grave
  • • Chambered Grave
  • + 13 more
🏖️ Beaches (3)
  • • Brown Shore
  • • Lisfannon Beach
  • • Millybay
🏰 Castles (4)
  • • Altinaghree Castle
  • • Brackfield Bawn
  • • Glengaliagh Hall
  • • Inch Castle
🛡️ Forts (1)
  • • Heritage Tower
⛰️ Peaks (26)
  • • Ardnamoyle
  • • Asdevlin Hill
  • • Bogay Hill
  • • Cashel Hill
  • • Clondermot Hill
  • + 21 more
🏛️ Ruins (7)
  • • Ballygroll Prehistoric Landscape
  • • Boom Hall
  • • Dunnamanagh Castle
  • • O'Doherty's Castle
  • • Old Church
  • + 2 more
🌄 Viewpoints (3)
  • • Cathedral view
  • • Church Bastion
  • • Double Bastion

🇬🇧 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 Derry

What is the population of Derry?

Derry has a population of 83,652 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 560 people per square mile, spread across 149.4 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Derry expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $213,058 (24% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 4.3x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Derry?

Derry has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 40°F in January, while summers reach an average of 58°F in July. The area receives 224 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 61.5 inches.

How is the job market in Derry?

Derry 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 102 business establishments in the area, including 28 restaurants and food service locations.

How much does housing cost in Derry?

The median home value in Derry is $213,058. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Derry?

50.0% of adults in Derry 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 Derry?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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