Mid Ulster
§ This page provides a baseview of UK constituency, bringing together various information and resources to help you better understand the area of Mid Ulster.
Overview ⁞ Mid Ulster is known for its rural landscapes, market towns, and historic sites. It includes towns like Cookstown, famous for one of Ireland’s longest main streets, and Magherafelt, a hub for shopping and dining. Outdoor enthusiasts can explore the Sperrin Mountains, Davagh Forest, and the Seamus Heaney HomePlace in Bellaghy, celebrating the Nobel Prize-winning poet. The area is rich in archaeological sites, scenic walking routes, and traditional farming communities.
Constituency Map and Boundary Information
Below is an interactive map showing the boundary of the Mid Ulster parliamentary constituency. The boundary data is sourced from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), using the latest official geographic definitions.
You can explore official statistics for this area on the ONS Explore Local Statistics page, or view its location on the UK Parliament constituency map.
Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Boundary data: Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right 2024; Contains Office for National Statistics data © ONS 2024, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Wards in Mid Ulster
Mid Ulster is divided into 31 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Ardboe
- Ballymaguigan
- Bellaghy
- Castlecaulfield
- Castledawson
- Coagh
- Coalisland North
- Coalisland South
- Cookstown East
- Cookstown South
- Cookstown West
- Coolshinny
- Donaghmore
- Draperstown
- Glebe
- Killyman
- Lissan
- Loughgall
- Loughry
- Lower Glenshane
- Maghera
- Oaklands
- Stewartstown
- Swatragh
- Tamlaght O'Crilly
- The Birches
- The Loup
- Tobermore
- Town Parks East
- Valley
- Washing Bay
Mid Ulster is a constituency that covers these wards in Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon / Mid Ulster.
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 | 27,070 | 25.48% | 436,622 | 22.74% |
| 18 to 24 | 8,271 | 7.78% | 149,248 | 7.77% |
| 25 to 34 | 12,950 | 12.19% | 240,231 | 12.51% |
| 35 to 49 | 21,414 | 20.15% | 374,384 | 19.50% |
| 50 to 64 | 19,660 | 18.50% | 377,415 | 19.65% |
| 65 and over | 16,891 | 15.90% | 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 | 103,085 | 97.96% | 96.55% |
| Mixed | 499 | 0.47% | 0.76% |
| Black African | 341 | 0.32% | 0.42% |
| Irish Traveller | 328 | 0.31% | 0.14% |
| Chinese | 207 | 0.20% | 0.50% |
| Black Other | 199 | 0.19% | 0.16% |
| Other Asian | 138 | 0.13% | 0.28% |
| Other ethnicities | 124 | 0.12% | 0.19% |
| Indian | 117 | 0.11% | 0.52% |
| Filipino | 80 | 0.08% | 0.23% |
| Arab | 69 | 0.07% | 0.10% |
| Roma | 29 | 0.03% | 0.08% |
| Pakistani | 16 | 0.02% | 0.08% |
Mid Ulster compared with other constituencies
Mid Ulster has a population of 106,256 (2024 mid-year estimate by ONS). The population of the UK is 69,281,400 as of mid-2024. There are 650 constituencies, so the average population per constituency is around 106,600.
Compared with the other 649 constituencies, Mid Ulster has a population higher than 313, lower than 227, and similar to 110 constituencies (±2,500, including itself).