Newcastle, United Kingdom

Northern Ireland · United Kingdom

Newcastle is a small city in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 7,444. Elevation: 16 ft (5 m). Average temperature: 47°F (8°C).

Population source: Wikidata (dated census and official estimates), GeoNames. Climate: WorldClim 2.1 normals (1970-2000), NASA POWER. Updated August 2026

7,444 Population 8/sq mi density
16 ft Elevation 5 meters
47°F Avg Temperature 8°C
46.4 in Annual Rain
Europe / London Timezone

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People

Population7,444
Density8/mi²

Climate

Avg Temp47°F (8°C)
Rain46.4 in/yr
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Population7,444
Population Density8 / sq mi
Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Coordinates54.2180°, -5.8898°
TimezoneEurope/London
Country🇬🇧 United Kingdom
State / ProvinceNorthern Ireland
Average Temperature47°F (8°C)
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)
Annual Precipitation46.4 inches (1,178 mm)
Annual Snowfall0.0 inches (0 cm)

About Newcastle

Newcastle is a small city in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 7,444. The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet (5 meters) above sea level. The average annual temperature is 47°F (8°C). Temperatures range from 37°F in January to 59°F in July. Annual precipitation averages 46.4 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.

Newcastle experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winters average 37°F in January while summers reach 59°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.4 inches (wetter than the 38-inch national average). The city sits at an elevation of 16 feet, near sea level.

Temperature

37°F Jan (3°C) 59°F Jul (15°C)
Annual Average47.2°F
13% below United Kingdom avg
January Average37°F (3°C)
July Average59°F (15°C)

Geography

Elevation16 ft (5 m)
Area992.2 sq mi (2,569.7 km²)
Population Density8/sq mi
Coordinates54.2180°N, 5.8898°W
TimezoneEurope/London

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 46.4"
22% above United Kingdom avg
Snowfall 0.0"
Wettest Month (Jan) 4.92"
Driest Month (May) 2.76"

Air Quality

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 37°F (3°C) 4.9 in Coldest, Wettest
February 38°F (4°C) 3.5 in
March 42°F (5°C) 4.1 in
April 45°F (7°C) 3.1 in
May 51°F (10°C) 2.8 in Driest
June 55°F (13°C) 3.0 in
July 59°F (15°C) 3.0 in Warmest
August 58°F (14°C) 3.9 in
September 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
October 48°F (9°C) 4.7 in
November 41°F (5°C) 4.5 in
December 38°F (4°C) 4.7 in

Newcastle has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 37°F in January to 59°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 46.4 inches, with January being the wettest month (4.9") and May the driest (2.8").

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Schools in Newcastle

4 public schools (OpenStreetMap data).

School Level Enrollment Teachers Student/Teacher
Newcastle Primary School - - - -
St Mary's Primary School - - - -
All Childrens Integrated Primary School - - - -
St Joseph's Primary School - - - -
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Radio Stations near Newcastle

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 Newcastle

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
Carriage Gallery
Down County Museum
Greenore Railway Museum
St. Patricks Visitor Centre

Libraries in Newcastle

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
Ballynahinch Library0.0
Castlewellan Library0.0
Downpatrick Library0.0
Kilkeel Library0.0
Killyleagh Library0.0
Newcastle Library0.0
Saintfield Library0.0

Hotels in Newcastle

6 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Avoca Restaurant and Hotel
Burrendale Hotel, Country Club and Spa
Hotel Enniskeen
Slieve Donard
The Burrendale Hotel, Country Club & Spa
The Donard Hotel

Restaurants in Newcastle

9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Balti House
Bao and Bento
Doc's Bistro
Great Jones
Pacha
Piccolo Kitchen
Salis
The Mariner
Villa Vinci

Cafes in Newcastle

13 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Base Coffee
Birch Coffee
Broadway Cafe
Cafe 67
Caffè Nero
Mauds Cafe
Niki's Kitchen Café
Nutty Chef
Primal Coffee
Railway Street Cafe and Brew Bar
Ritz
Savoy
Shimna Cafe

Cinemas in Newcastle

1 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Newcastle Community Cinema

Dentists in Newcastle

4 dentists within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Donard Dental Laboratory
GB #10167306376
Newcastle Family Dental Care
Slieve Commedagh Clinic

Veterinaries in Newcastle

2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Donard Veterinary Centre
Downe Veterinary Clinic

Bus Stations in Newcastle

1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Newcastle Bus Station

Gas Stations in Newcastle

2 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

BP
Circkle K

Banks in Newcastle

2 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Banking Hub
Dromara & Drumgooland CreditUnion Ltd

Gyms in Newcastle

3 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Flava Pilates
Newcastle Centre
Paulie's Gym

Golf Courses in Newcastle

1 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data

Royal County Down Golf Course

Breweries in Newcastle

NameTypeAddressPhoneWebsite
Beer Hut Brewing
Whitewater Brewing Co.

Airports Near Newcastle

24 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Belfast International AirportBFSLarge Airport
George Best Belfast City AirportBHDMedium Airport
Aughrim Airstrip-Small Airport
Ballyboughal Aerodrome-Small Airport
Ballyhavil Farm Airfield-Small Airport
Carstown Ultralight Airstrip-Small Airport
Crossmaglen Airstrip-Small Airport
Derryogue-Small Airport
Dunnyvadden Airstrip-Small Airport
Dunslaughlin Airstrip-Small Airport
Ellistown Airstrip-Small Airport
Laytown Airstrip-Small Airport
Mayobridge Airstrip-Small Airport
Mullaglass-Small Airport
Newry private Airstrip-Small Airport
Newtownards Airport-Small Airport
Rathfriland Airstrip-Small Airport
Redrock Airstrip-Small Airport
Slemish Airfield-Small Airport
Slieve Croob Airfield-Small Airport
Tandragee Airstrip-Small Airport
Tarsan Lane Microlights-Small Airport
Tobertaskin Airstrip-Small Airport
Woodview Airfield-Small Airport

Post Offices in Newcastle

2 post offices.

Post OfficeAddress
Donard Cards and Gifts
Tullybrannigan Post Office

Churches & Religious Organizations in Newcastle

9 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
Donard Methodish Church
Maghera Parish Church
Newcastle Elim Pentecostal Church
Newcastle Presbyterian Church
Saint John's Newcastle
Shimna Gospel Hall
St Patrick's Roman Catholic Church
St. Colmans
The Church of St Mary of the Assumption

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UFO Sightings
6
Reported UFO sightings from the National UFO Reporting Center database
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Waterfalls
1
Natural waterfalls documented by USGS and OpenStreetMap contributors
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UFO Sightings Near Newcastle

6 UFO sighting reports from the National UFO Reporting Center (NUFORC) found near Newcastle.

Name Year Description
Newcastle (uk/england) 2010 Very large orange flame like craft similar to lantern seen flying low and fast following coastline
Newcastle (uk/england) 2006 Diamond shape in Sky
Newcastle (uk/england) 2002 Road sighting
Newcastle (uk/england) 2000 followed by a ufo&#33
Newcastle (northumberland) (uk/england) 1999 TRIANGULAR&#44BRIGHT&#44INCREDIBLE SPEED&#44AMAZINGLY HIGH UP&#44OUT OF CHARICTER TO ME.
Newcastle (uk/england) 1982 size&#44shape&#44were all unusaul but the speed at the flightpath it adopted prier to disapearering was beyond this planets compensation.

Waterfalls Near Newcastle

1 waterfalls from OpenStreetMap and USGS geographic data found near Newcastle.

Name Description
Black Stairs

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 Newcastle

What is the population of Newcastle?

Newcastle has a population of 7,444 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 8 people per square mile, spread across 992.2 square miles.

What is the weather like in Newcastle?

Newcastle has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 47°F (8°C). Winter temperatures average 37°F in January, while summers reach an average of 59°F in July. Annual rainfall totals 46.4 inches.

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