Belfast North
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Belfast North spans from the heart of the city to the scenic shores of Belfast Lough, combining historic districts with coastal beauty. Areas such as Cavehill, Fortwilliam, and Whitewell are popular for their residential charm, while the towering Cave Hill Country Park provides hiking trails and panoramic views. The Belfast Castle estate is a highlight, offering gardens and heritage architecture. Waterfront spots like Hazelbank Park and Alexandra Dock showcase the area’s maritime heritage, while vibrant communities such as New Lodge and Shore Road add cultural richness. Its location makes it a gateway between urban Belfast and the scenic Causeway Coast route.
Wards in Belfast North
Belfast North is divided into 24 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Abbey
- Ardoyne
- Ballyhenry
- Ballysillan
- Bellevue
- Carnmoney Hill
- Cavehill
- Chichester Park
- Cliftonville
- Collinbridge
- Duncairn
- Forth River
- Fortwilliam
- Glebe
- Glengormley
- Hightown
- Innisfayle
- Legoniel
- New Lodge
- O'Neill
- Rathcoole
- Valley
- Water Works
- Whitehouse
Belfast North is a constituency that covers these wards in Antrim and Newtownabbey / Belfast.
Population by age group
The most recent data for constituencies in England and Wales comes from mid-year estimates for 2022. This tells us what the population was estimated to be on 30 June 2022.
| Age Band | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Northern Ireland (Number) | Northern Ireland (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 17 | 24,690 | 22.88% | 436,622 | 22.74% |
| 18 to 24 | 9,282 | 8.60% | 149,248 | 7.77% |
| 25 to 34 | 15,219 | 14.10% | 240,231 | 12.51% |
| 35 to 49 | 21,237 | 19.68% | 374,384 | 19.50% |
| 50 to 64 | 20,323 | 18.83% | 377,415 | 19.65% |
| 65 and over | 17,169 | 15.91% | 342,482 | 17.83% |
Population by ethnic group
The most recent census asked people about their ethnic group. The census was carried out in March 2021 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and in March 2022 in Scotland.
| Ethnic Group | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Northern Ireland (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 100,931 | 94.78% | 96.55% |
| Black African | 1,190 | 1.12% | 0.42% |
| Mixed | 1,070 | 1.00% | 0.76% |
| Indian | 850 | 0.80% | 0.52% |
| Filipino | 674 | 0.63% | 0.23% |
| Chinese | 568 | 0.53% | 0.50% |
| Other Asian | 307 | 0.29% | 0.28% |
| Other ethnicities | 300 | 0.28% | 0.19% |
| Pakistani | 159 | 0.15% | 0.08% |
| Arab | 150 | 0.14% | 0.10% |
| Black Other | 141 | 0.13% | 0.16% |
| Irish Traveller | 82 | 0.08% | 0.14% |
| Roma | 63 | 0.06% | 0.08% |