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Garvagh, United Kingdom

Northern Ireland · United Kingdom

Garvagh is a small town in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,372. Elevation: 217 ft (66 m). Average temperature: 47°F (9°C).

4.1 /5.0
A Great
1,372 Population 1/sq mi density
217 ft Elevation 66 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 9°C
57.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
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Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
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Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$49,944 median income, 4.8% unemployment
B+
Affordability
3.9 / 5.0
$249,800 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Garvagh

Garvagh

Garvagh is a village in County Londonderry, Northern Ireland. It is on the banks of the Agivey River, 18 kilometres (11 mi) south of Coleraine on the A29 route. In the 2021 census it had a population of 1,252. It is situated within Causeway Coast and Glens district.

People

Population1,372
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density1/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

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

Housing

B+
Home Value$249,800
Rent$1,249
Ownership63.0%
Housing Units549

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (9°C)
Rain57.4 in/yr
Sunny Days232/yr
Elevation217 ft (66 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,372
Population Density1 / sq mi
Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Coordinates54.9833°, -6.6667°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceNorthern Ireland
Average Temperature47°F (9°C)
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Annual Precipitation57.4 inches (1,459 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Garvagh

Garvagh is a small town in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 1,372. The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet (66 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 57.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Garvagh has a population of 1,372 with a density of 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,043.6 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. 21.4% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average).

Population

1,372
Total Population
1
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
1,043.6mi²
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

Garvagh vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Garvagh 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 125 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Garvagh 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)125

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Garvagh is $249,800, 11% below the national median of $281,900. Monthly rent averages $1,249 (7% above the national average of $1,163). 63.0% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 549 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$249,800
11% below United Kingdom avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,249
7% above United Kingdom avg

Ownership & Property

Homeownership63.0%
Owner-Occupied63.0%
Renter-Occupied37.0%
Housing Units549

Property Tax

Garvagh experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winters average 39°F in January while summers reach 57°F in July / relatively mild seasonal variation. The area gets 232 sunny days per year, above the national average. Annual precipitation totals 57.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 217 feet.

Temperature

39°F Jan (4°C) 57°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average47.4°F
12% below United Kingdom avg
January Average39°F (4°C)
July Average57°F (14°C)
Sunny Days232 days/yr

Geography

Elevation217 ft (66 m)
Area1,043.6 sq mi (2,702.8 km²)
Population Density1/sq mi
Coordinates54.9833°N, 6.6667°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 57.4"
51% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 6.10"
Driest Month (May) 3.27"

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 M3.5 126 km
Jan 26, 1990 34 km N of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M3.0 126 km
Aug 27, 1992 33 km NNE of Isle of Islay, United Kingdom M2.7 126 km
Nov 1, 2017 2 km NNW of Tarbert, United Kingdom M2.6 127 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 39°F (4°C) 6.1 in Coldest, Wettest
February 40°F (4°C) 4.7 in
March 42°F (5°C) 4.9 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.6 in
May 49°F (10°C) 3.3 in Driest
June 54°F (12°C) 3.5 in
July 57°F (14°C) 3.7 in Warmest
August 57°F (14°C) 4.6 in
September 53°F (12°C) 5.0 in
October 49°F (9°C) 6.0 in
November 43°F (6°C) 6.1 in
December 41°F (5°C) 6.1 in

Garvagh has a seasonal temperature swing of 18°F / from 39°F in January to 57°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 57.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (6.1") and May the driest (3.3").

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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 Density1/sq mi
Total Area1,043.6 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Garvagh

5 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Gorran Primary School
St Columba's Primary School
Garvagh Primary School
Carhill Integrated Primary School
St Patrick and St. Joseph's Federated Primary School
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Radio Stations near Garvagh

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

Museums in Garvagh

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Ballymoney Museum
Bellaghy Bawn
Coastal Zone
Coleraine Museum
Garvagh Museum
Seamus Heaney HomePlace
Seamus Heaney Homeplace

Libraries in Garvagh

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ballymoney Library0.0
Coleraine Library0.0
Draperstown Library0.0
Garvagh Library0.0
Kilrea Library0.0
Maghera Library0.0
Magherafelt Library0.0
Portglenone Library0.0
Portrush Library0.0
Portstewart Library0.0

Farmers Markets in Garvagh

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Castlecroft Square
Indoor Market

Restaurants in Garvagh

2 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Pizza Shack
The Vines Restaurant

Cafes in Garvagh

4 cafes within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Coffee Thyme
The Panty Café
White Goose Tea Room
Woodbank House Vintage Tearoom

Monuments in Garvagh

1 monuments within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

The Garvagh Pyramid

Clinics in Garvagh

1 clinics within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Garvagh Health Centre

Veterinaries in Garvagh

1 veterinaries within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

Garvagh Veterinary Clinic

Gas Stations in Garvagh

2 gas stations within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

BP Petrol Station
Maxol

Breweries in Garvagh

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Bloodline Brewing Company
Heaney Brewery
Lacada Brewing Co-Op

Airports Near Garvagh

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Belfast International AirportBFSLarge Airport
City of Derry AirportLDYMedium Airport
Islay AirportILYMedium Airport
AltamuskinSmall Airport
Bellarena AirfieldSmall Airport
Blackhill AirstripSmall Airport
Carrickmore AirstripSmall Airport
Castlerock AirstripSmall Airport
Causeway AirfieldSmall Airport
Coalisland AirstripSmall Airport
Donnydeade AirstripSmall Airport
Dungannon AirstripSmall Airport
Dunnamanagh AirstripSmall Airport
Dunnyvadden AirstripSmall Airport
Plains AirstripSmall Airport
Rathfriland AirstripSmall Airport
Redrock AirstripSmall Airport
Slemish AirfieldSmall Airport
Slieve Croob AirfieldSmall Airport
Tandragee AirstripSmall Airport
Tarsan Lane MicrolightsSmall Airport
The Moy AirstripSmall Airport
Wild Geese Skydive CentreSmall Airport
Woodview AirfieldSmall Airport

Post Offices in Garvagh

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Garvagh Post Office

Treatment Centers in Garvagh

1 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Roddens

Churches & Religious Organizations in Garvagh

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Aghadowey Presbyterian Church
First Garvagh Presbyterian Church
Garvagh Free Presbyterian Church
Main Street Garvagh Presbyterian Church
St Columba's
St Joseph's Church
St Mary's Chapel Craigavole
St Paul's Church of Ireland
St. Guaires Church of Ireland

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UFO Sightings
1
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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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 Garvagh

What is the population of Garvagh?

Garvagh has a population of 1,372 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 1 people per square mile, spread across 1,043.6 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Garvagh expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $249,800 (11% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

What is the weather like in Garvagh?

Garvagh has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 39°F in January, while summers reach an average of 57°F in July. The area receives 232 sunny days per year. Annual rainfall totals 57.4 inches.

How is the job market in Garvagh?

Garvagh 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 125 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Garvagh?

The median home value in Garvagh is $249,800. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 63.0%.

How are the schools in Garvagh?

50.0% of adults in Garvagh 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 Garvagh?

90% of residents speak only English at home. 21.4% of residents have a disability.

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