Craigavon
A community guide to Craigavon in Northern Ireland, the United Kingdom.
- Population
- 57,685 residents
- Region
- Northern Ireland
- Country
- the United Kingdom
- Coordinates
- 54.4471, -6.3870
Geography and location
Craigavon sits at approximate coordinates 54.4471 latitude and -6.3870 longitude within Northern Ireland. The terrain and natural features around Craigavon reflect those typical of its part of the United Kingdom, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Northern Ireland road network providing the principal routes in and out.
Overview
Craigavon is a populated place in Northern Ireland, the United Kingdom. The community supports 57,685 residents and serves as one of the recognised localities of Northern Ireland. Its position within the broader regional network gives Craigavon a distinct local character shaped by surrounding communities and shared services.
Getting there
Reaching Craigavon typically involves the regional road network of Northern Ireland or, for longer journeys, connecting to one of the wider transport corridors that traverse the United Kingdom. Local routes link Craigavon to surrounding towns and to the principal arteries that carry traffic between the larger urban centres of Northern Ireland. Travel times depend on the route taken, the time of day, and the season — all standard considerations for navigating the area around Craigavon.