Dunmurry ward is situated in the south-western outskirts of Belfast, primarily within the city's Lisnasharragh district electoral area. The ward is largely residential, characterised by a mix of housing types from semi-detached homes to modern apartment developments. Its landscape includes green corridors along the Colin and Forth Rivers, which shape its boundaries.
The area functions as a key transport corridor, with the main railway line and several major roads passing through. A notable local landmark is the former Dunmurry railway station building, a preserved structure that hints at the area's historical development. Community life centres around local schools, shops, and several parks, providing practical amenities for residents.
