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Greyabbey, United Kingdom

Northern Ireland · United Kingdom

Greyabbey is a small town in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 1,030. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).

Data updated June 2026

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,030 Population 6/sq mi density
30 ft Elevation 9 meters
48°F Avg Temperature 9°C
31.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone
$49,944 Median Income
A
Overall
4.0 / 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
B+
Affordability
3.7 / 5.0
$265,937 home value, $1,249/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher

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About Greyabbey

Greyabbey

Greyabbey or Grey Abbey is a small village, townland and civil parish located on the eastern shores of Strangford Lough, on the Ards Peninsula in County Down, Northern Ireland.

People

Population1,030
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density6/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%

Economy

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

Housing

B+
Home Value$265,937
Rent$1,249
Ownership65.0%
Housing Units412

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
Rain31.4 in/yr
Sunny Days279/yr
Elevation30 ft (9 m)

Education

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

Community

Population1,030
Population Density6 / sq mi
Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Coordinates54.5348°, -5.5603°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceNorthern Ireland
Average Temperature48°F (9°C)
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Annual Precipitation31.4 inches (797 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)
Median Household Income$49,944
Median Age40.6 years

About Greyabbey

Greyabbey is a small town in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 1,030. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet (9 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 48°F (9°C). Temperatures range from 38°F in January to 60°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 31.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Greyabbey has a population of 1,030 with a density of 6 people per square mile, spread across 184.2 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

1,030
Total Population
6
People / sq mi
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above United Kingdom avg
184.2mi²
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

Greyabbey vs United Kingdom Average

The median household income in Greyabbey 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 94 business establishments. 24.0% of workers work from home (above the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Greyabbey 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)94

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

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

Walkability

The median home value in Greyabbey is $265,937, 6% 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 412 total housing units in the city. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, above the traditionally affordable threshold of 3-4x.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$265,937
6% 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 Units412

Property Tax

Greyabbey experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 38°F in January while summers reach 60°F in July. The area gets 279 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 31.4 inches. The city sits at an elevation of 30 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

38°F Jan (3°C) 60°F Jul (16°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below United Kingdom avg
January Average38°F (3°C)
July Average60°F (16°C)
Sunny Days279 days/yr

Geography

Elevation30 ft (9 m)
Area184.2 sq mi (477.1 km²)
Population Density6/sq mi
Coordinates54.5348°N, 5.5603°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 31.4"
17% below United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Oct) 3.23"
Driest Month (May) 1.93"

Air Quality

Earthquake History

1 earthquake (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M2.9. Most recent: M2.9 on May 13, 2001.

May 13, 2001 3 km W of Locharbriggs, United Kingdom M2.9 138 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990-2025)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 38°F (3°C) 3.2 in Coldest
February 39°F (4°C) 2.3 in
March 43°F (6°C) 2.4 in
April 46°F (8°C) 2.1 in
May 52°F (11°C) 1.9 in Driest
June 57°F (14°C) 2.2 in
July 60°F (16°C) 2.3 in Warmest
August 59°F (15°C) 2.8 in
September 55°F (13°C) 2.8 in
October 49°F (10°C) 3.2 in Wettest
November 42°F (6°C) 3.0 in
December 39°F (4°C) 3.1 in

Greyabbey has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 31.4 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.2") and May the driest (1.9").

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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 Density6/sq mi
Total Area184.2 sq mi

Services

Commute & Transportation

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

Schools in Greyabbey

1 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Grey Abbey Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Greyabbey

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 Greyabbey

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
'Caught in Time' Exhibition
Andrew Jackson Cottage
Ards Arts Centre
Bangor Town Museum
Carriage Gallery
Carrickfergus Museum
Down County Museum
Folk Galleries
Kiln House
Miller's House
Somme Heritage Centre
St. Patricks Visitor Centre
Store House
Ulster Folk and Transport Museum
Ulster Folk Museum
Ulster Transport Museum
US Rangers Centre
War Years Remembered
Whitehead Railway Museum

Libraries in Greyabbey

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Bangor Carnegie Library0.0
Carrickfergus Library0.0
Comber Library0.0
Donaghadee Library0.0
Downpatrick Library0.0
Dundonald Library0.0
Killyleagh Library0.0
Newtownards Library0.0
Portaferry Library0.0
Whitehead Library0.0

Restaurants in Greyabbey

5 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Alchemy
David House (Test)
Harrisons of Greyabbey
The Wildfowler Inn
Tuk Tuk Bistro

Castles in Greyabbey

3 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Grey Abbey House
Mahee Castle
Mount Stewart

Golf Courses in Greyabbey

2 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Mahee Island Golf Club
Mahee Island Golf Course

Breweries in Greyabbey

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Ards Brewing Company
Farmageddon Brewing Company
Twisted Kettle Brewing Company

Stadiums & Teams in Greyabbey

TeamLeagueDivision

Airports Near Greyabbey

11 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Belfast International AirportBFSLarge Airport
George Best Belfast City AirportBHDMedium Airport
Aughrim Airstrip-Small Airport
Castle Kennedy Airfield-Small Airport
Derryogue-Small Airport
Dunnyvadden Airstrip-Small Airport
Mayobridge Airstrip-Small Airport
Newtownards Airport-Small Airport
Rathfriland Airstrip-Small Airport
Slemish Airfield-Small Airport
Slieve Croob Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Greyabbey

1 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Greyabbey Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Greyabbey

4 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Cardy Gospel Hall
First Presbyterian Church
St. Saviour's Church
Trinity Presbyterian Church

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 Greyabbey

What is the population of Greyabbey?

Greyabbey has a population of 1,030 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 6 people per square mile, spread across 184.2 square miles. The median age of residents is 40.6 years. The population is 50.5% female and 49.5% male.

Is Greyabbey expensive to live in?

The median household income is $49,944, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $265,937 (6% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $1,249 per month. The home price-to-income ratio is 5.3x, which means housing is a stretch relative to local earnings.

What is the weather like in Greyabbey?

Greyabbey has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winter temperatures average 38°F in January, while summers reach an average of 60°F in July. The area receives 279 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 31.4 inches.

How is the job market in Greyabbey?

Greyabbey 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 94 business establishments in the area.

How much does housing cost in Greyabbey?

The median home value in Greyabbey is $265,937. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.

How are the schools in Greyabbey?

50.0% of adults in Greyabbey 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 Greyabbey?

90% of residents speak only English at home.

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