Draperstown, United Kingdom
Northern Ireland · United Kingdom
Draperstown is a small town in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,734. Elevation: 240 ft (73 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 Draperstown
Draperstown is a village in the Sperrin Mountains in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. It is situated in the civil parish of Ballinascreen and is part of Mid-Ulster district. It is also part of the Church of Ireland parish of Ballynascreen and the Catholic parish of Ballinascreen, and within the former barony of Loughinsholin.
People
Climate
| Population | 1,734 |
| Population Density | 2 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 240 ft (73 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.8000°, -6.7667° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Northern Ireland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 50.2 inches (1,275 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
About Draperstown
Draperstown is a small town in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 1,734. The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet (73 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 50.2 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.0°F |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 40°F (4°C) |
| July Average | 58°F (15°C) |
Geography
| Elevation | 240 ft (73 m) |
| Area | 1,083.3 sq mi (2,805.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 2/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.8000°N, 6.7667°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40°F (4°C) | 5.2 in | Coldest |
| February | 40°F (5°C) | 3.9 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 4.2 in | |
| April | 45°F (7°C) | 3.2 in | |
| May | 50°F (10°C) | 3.0 in | Driest |
| June | 55°F (13°C) | 3.2 in | |
| July | 58°F (15°C) | 3.3 in | Warmest |
| August | 58°F (14°C) | 4.1 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 4.4 in | |
| October | 49°F (10°C) | 5.3 in | Wettest |
| November | 44°F (6°C) | 5.2 in | |
| December | 41°F (5°C) | 5.3 in |
Draperstown has a seasonal temperature swing of 19°F / from 40°F in January to 58°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 50.2 inches, with October being the wettest month (5.3") and May the driest (3.0").
Schools in Draperstown
8 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Altayaskey Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St. Colm's High School Draperstown | - | - | - | - |
| St. Mary's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Eoghan's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Tobermore Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Columb's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Columba's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Gaelscoil na Speiríní | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Draperstown
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 Draperstown
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bellaghy Bawn | ||||
| Garvagh Museum | ||||
| Green Lane Museum | ||||
| Seamus Heaney HomePlace | ||||
| Seamus Heaney Homeplace |
Libraries in Draperstown
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cookstown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Draperstown Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dungiven Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Garvagh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Kilrea Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Maghera Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Magherafelt Library | 0.0 |
Cafes in Draperstown
1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Draperstown
1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Draperstown
2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Airports Near Draperstown
28 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast International Airport | BFS | Large Airport |
| City of Derry Airport | LDY | Medium 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 |
| Derryogue | - | 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 |
| 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 Draperstown
3 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Draperstown Post Office | |
| Moneyneaney Post Office | |
| Tobermore Post Office |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Draperstown
6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| Carson Memorial Baptist Church | |
| Kilcronaghan Parish Church | |
| Sixtowns Church | |
| St Eugene's | |
| St Patrick's | |
| Tobermore Presbyterian Church |
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Waterfalls Near Draperstown
1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Draperstown.
| Name | Description |
|---|---|
| The 7 Arches Mousetrap Bridge Weir |
Quick Facts
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Public Holidays in United Kingdom
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What is the population of Draperstown?
Draperstown has a population of 1,734 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 2 people per square mile, spread across 1,083.3 square miles.
What is the weather like in Draperstown?
Draperstown 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. Annual rainfall totals 50.2 inches.
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