Ballygomartin ward lies in the northwest of the city, characterised by residential streets and local community infrastructure. The area is primarily composed of housing estates, with several primary schools and community centres serving the local population. The terrain slopes upward towards the Belfast Hills, providing views across the urban landscape. Daily life centres around local shops and services along the main thoroughfares, with a focus on practical neighbourhood amenities.
A significant landmark is the sprawling City Cemetery, one of Belfast's largest Victorian burial grounds, which borders the area. The ward includes open green spaces like Glencairn Park, offering walking paths near the Colin Glen. Housing varies from older terraced rows to more modern developments, reflecting different periods of the city's expansion. The area maintains a distinct, settled residential character within the wider urban fabric.
