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

1,734 Population 2/sq mi density
240 ft Elevation 73 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
50.2 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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About Draperstown

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

Population1,734
Density2/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain50.2 in/yr
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Population1,734
Population Density2 / sq mi
Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Coordinates54.8000°, -6.7667°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceNorthern Ireland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation50.2 inches (1,275 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 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.

Draperstown 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. Annual precipitation totals 50.2 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 240 feet.

Temperature

40°F Jan (4°C) 58°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average48.0°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average40°F (4°C)
July Average58°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation240 ft (73 m)
Area1,083.3 sq mi (2,805.9 km²)
Population Density2/sq mi
Coordinates54.8000°N, 6.7667°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 50.2"
32% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 5.28"
Driest Month (May) 2.95"

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 M3.5 147 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 147 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 148 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 147 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

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").

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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 - - - -
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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

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Bellaghy Bawn
Garvagh Museum
Green Lane Museum
Seamus Heaney HomePlace
Seamus Heaney Homeplace

Libraries in Draperstown

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Cookstown Library0.0
Draperstown Library0.0
Dungiven Library0.0
Garvagh Library0.0
Kilrea Library0.0
Maghera Library0.0
Magherafelt Library0.0

Cafes in Draperstown

1 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

An Rath Dubh Centre

Monuments in Draperstown

1 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Neolithic Ritural Complex

Gas Stations in Draperstown

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

GB #806050177
Maxol

Airports Near Draperstown

28 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Belfast International AirportBFSLarge Airport
City of Derry AirportLDYMedium 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 OfficeAddress
Draperstown Post Office
Moneyneaney Post Office
Tobermore Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Draperstown

6 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Carson Memorial Baptist Church
Kilcronaghan Parish Church
Sixtowns Church
St Eugene's
St Patrick's
Tobermore Presbyterian Church

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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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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

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 Draperstown

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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