Dromara ward encompasses a predominantly rural landscape within the Lisburn and Castlereagh district. The area is characterised by rolling farmland, small settlements, and winding country lanes. The topography is shaped by the western slopes of the Mourne Mountains, with the upper reaches of the River Lagan flowing through the area. This setting supports agricultural activity and a dispersed population living in townlands and villages like Dromara itself.
A notable feature is the Dromara Hills, which include Slieve Croob, the source of the River Lagan. The area contains sections of the Ulster Way long-distance walking trail, traversing open moorland and forest. Community life centres around local schools, churches, and agricultural shows. The historic Dromara railway line, now a greenway, provides a recreational route through the countryside, reflecting the ward's transition from its past industrial connections.
