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Newtownards, United Kingdom
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Newtownards is a small city in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom with a population of 29,363. Elevation: 30 ft (9 m). Average temperature: 48°F (9°C).
Data updated June 2026
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| Population | 29,363 |
| Population Density | 159 / sq mi |
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Coordinates | 54.5924°, -5.6909° |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
| Country | 🇬🇧 United Kingdom |
| State / Province | Northern Ireland |
| Average Temperature | 48°F (9°C) |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Annual Precipitation | 33.5 inches (850 mm) |
| Annual Snowfall | 0.0 inches (0 cm) |
| Median Household Income | $49,944 |
| Median Age | 40.6 years |
About Newtownards
Newtownards is a small city in United Kingdom (Northern Ireland) with a population of 29,363. 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 33.5 inches. The timezone is Europe/London.
Population
Gender Distribution
Language Spoken at Home
Social Characteristics
Newtownards vs United Kingdom Average
Income: Newtownards vs United Kingdom
Commute Mode
Income
| Median HH Income | $49,944 |
| 34% below United Kingdom avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $49,944 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $960 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 4.8% |
| 32% above United Kingdom avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 2,672 |
Business (County)
Tax & Cost of Living
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Walkability
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
| Homeownership | 65.0% |
| Owner-Occupied | 65.0% |
| Renter-Occupied | 35.0% |
| Housing Units | 11,745 |
Property Tax
Climate in Newtownards
Newtownards has an average annual temperature of 9.7°C (49°F). The hottest month is Jul (15.4°C), the coldest is Jan (4.8°C). Average annual precipitation is 861 mm.
Temperature
| Annual Average | 48.0°F |
| 11% below United Kingdom avg | |
| January Average | 38°F (3°C) |
| July Average | 60°F (15°C) |
| Sunny Days | 275 days/yr |
Geography
| Elevation | 30 ft (9 m) |
| Area | 184.2 sq mi (477.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 159/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 54.5924°N, 5.6909°W |
| Timezone | Europe/London |
Precipitation & Snow
Air Quality
Monthly Weather
| Month | Avg Temperature | Precipitation | Summary |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38°F (3°C) | 3.4 in | Coldest |
| February | 39°F (4°C) | 2.4 in | |
| March | 42°F (6°C) | 2.6 in | |
| April | 46°F (8°C) | 2.3 in | |
| May | 51°F (11°C) | 2.2 in | Driest |
| June | 56°F (13°C) | 2.4 in | |
| July | 60°F (15°C) | 2.5 in | Warmest |
| August | 59°F (15°C) | 3.0 in | |
| September | 54°F (12°C) | 3.1 in | |
| October | 49°F (9°C) | 3.4 in | Wettest |
| November | 42°F (6°C) | 3.1 in | |
| December | 39°F (4°C) | 3.2 in |
Newtownards has a seasonal temperature swing of 22°F / from 38°F in January to 60°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 33.5 inches, with October being the wettest month (3.4") and May the driest (2.2").
Education
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 50.0% |
| 48% above United Kingdom avg | |
| High School+ | 84.0% |
Area & Infrastructure
| Population Density | 159/sq mi |
| Total Area | 184.2 sq mi |
Services
Commute & Transportation
| Drive Alone | 60.0% |
| Public Transit | 18.0% |
| Work from Home | 24.0% |
Schools in Newtownards
12 public schools (NCES 2022-23 data).
| School | Level | Enrollment | Teachers | Student/Teacher |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbey Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Londonderry Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Victoria Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Loughries Integrated Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Newtownards Model Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Regent House School | - | - | - | - |
| Movilla High School | - | - | - | - |
| West Winds Primary School and Nursery Unit | - | - | - | - |
| Castle Gardens Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| St Finian's Primary School | - | - | - | - |
| Regent House Preparatory Dept | - | - | - | - |
| Mobile | - | - | - | - |
Radio Stations near Newtownards
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 Newtownards
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Annual Revenue |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 'Caught in Time' Exhibition | ||||
| Andrew Jackson Cottage | ||||
| Ards Arts Centre | ||||
| Bangor Town Museum | ||||
| Carrickfergus Museum | ||||
| Folk Galleries | ||||
| George Best's Family Home | ||||
| Kiln House | ||||
| Miller's House | ||||
| Museum of Orange Heritage | ||||
| Northern Ireland War Memorial | ||||
| Northern Ireland War Memorial Museum | ||||
| Police Museum | ||||
| Royal Ulster Rifles Museum | ||||
| Somme Heritage Centre | ||||
| Store House | ||||
| The White House | ||||
| Thompson Dock Pump House | ||||
| Ulster Folk and Transport Museum | ||||
| Ulster Folk Museum | ||||
| Ulster Museum | ||||
| Ulster Transport Museum | ||||
| US Rangers Centre | ||||
| W5 | ||||
| War Years Remembered | ||||
| Whitehead Railway Museum |
Libraries in Newtownards
| Name | Address | Staff | Annual Visits | Circulation | Collection | Programs |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ballyhackamore Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ballynahinch Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bangor Carnegie Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Bar Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Belfast Central Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carrickfergus Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Carryduff Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cloughfern Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Comber Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Cregagh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Donaghadee Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Dundonald Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Greenisland Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Grove Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Grove Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Holywood Arches Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Holywood Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Killyleagh Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newtonbreda Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Newtownards Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Ormeau Road Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Portaferry Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Rathcoole Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Saintfield Library | 0.0 | |||||
| The Linen Hall Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Tullycarnet Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Whitehead Library | 0.0 | |||||
| Woodstock Library | 0.0 |
Farmers Markets in Newtownards
| Name | Address | Season | Hours | Organic | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Saint George's Market |
Hotels in Newtownards
1 hotels within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Restaurants in Newtownards
9 restaurants within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cafes in Newtownards
8 cafes within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Cinemas in Newtownards
2 cinemas within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Theatres in Newtownards
1 theatres within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Monuments in Newtownards
5 monuments within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Castles in Newtownards
1 castles within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Clinics in Newtownards
2 clinics within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Veterinaries in Newtownards
2 veterinaries within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Bus Stations in Newtownards
1 bus stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gas Stations in Newtownards
12 gas stations within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Banks in Newtownards
1 banks within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Shopping Malls in Newtownards
2 shopping malls within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Gyms in Newtownards
6 gyms within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Golf Courses in Newtownards
3 golf courses within city radius - OpenStreetMap data
Breweries in Newtownards
| Name | Type | Address | Phone | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ards Brewing Company | ||||
| Bell's Brewery | ||||
| Bell's Brewery | ||||
| Boundary Brewery | ||||
| Farmageddon Brewing Company | ||||
| Hercules Brewing Company | ||||
| Hercules Brewing Company | ||||
| Knockout Brewing | ||||
| Knockout Brewing | ||||
| Modest Beer | ||||
| Out of Office Brewing Company | ||||
| Out of Office Brewing Company | ||||
| Twisted Kettle Brewing Company |
Stadiums & Teams in Newtownards
| Team | League | Division |
|---|---|---|
Airports Near Newtownards
14 airports within the area.
| Airport | IATA | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast International Airport | BFS | Large Airport |
| George Best Belfast City Airport | BHD | Medium Airport |
| Aughrim Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Derryogue | - | Small Airport |
| Dunnyvadden Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mayobridge Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Mullaglass | - | Small Airport |
| Newry private Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Newtownards Airport | - | Small Airport |
| Rathfriland Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Slemish Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Slieve Croob Airfield | - | Small Airport |
| Tandragee Airstrip | - | Small Airport |
| Tarsan Lane Microlights | - | Small Airport |
Post Offices in Newtownards
6 post offices.
| Post Office | Address |
|---|---|
| Ards Centre Post Office | |
| Donaghadee Road Post Office | |
| Hardford Link Post Office | |
| Movilla Post Office | |
| Newtownards Post Office | |
| Rosevale Post Office |
Treatment Centers in Newtownards
9 treatment centers.
| Center | Type | Phone |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast Chiropody Clinic | ||
| Belfast Chiropractic Clinic | ||
| Department of Clinical Health Psychology | ||
| Diabetic Retinopathy Service | ||
| Emerald Urgent Care | ||
| Endoscopy | ||
| Firefly Foot & Ankle Clinic | ||
| Fitzwilliam Clinic | ||
| Therapie |
Churches & Religious Organizations in Newtownards
20 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).
| Name | Address |
|---|---|
| 2nd Newtownards Presbyterian Church | |
| Ards Evangelical Church | |
| Beacon | |
| Ebeneezer Gospel Hall | |
| Elim | |
| First Ards Presbyterian | |
| Grace Free Presbyterian Church | |
| Movilla Abbey Church | |
| Movilla Presbyterian Church | |
| Newtownards Baptist Church | |
| Newtownards Congregational Church | |
| Newtownards Reformed Presbyterian Church | |
| Northdown CFC | |
| Quakers' Church | |
| Saint Marks | |
| Scrabo Hall | |
| Scrabo Presbyterian Church | |
| St Patrick's Chapel | |
| Strean Presbyterian | |
| Thriving Life Church |
Quick Facts
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What is the population of Newtownards?
Newtownards has a population of 29,363 residents and is located in United Kingdom. The population density is 159 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 Newtownards 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 Newtownards?
Newtownards 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 275 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 33.5 inches.
How is the job market in Newtownards?
Newtownards 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 2,672 business establishments in the area.
How much does housing cost in Newtownards?
The median home value in Newtownards is $265,937. For renters, the median monthly rent is $1,249. The homeownership rate is 65.0%.
How are the schools in Newtownards?
50.0% of adults in Newtownards 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 Newtownards?
90% of residents speak only English at home.