Glenravel ward lies within the rural hinterland of Mid and East Antrim, characterised by rolling drumlin hills and agricultural land. The area is centred around the village of Martinstown and includes the smaller settlements of Cargan and Skerry. Its landscape is defined by small fields, hedgerows, and scattered woodlands, with the Glenravel River flowing through the valley. The local economy has a strong basis in farming, particularly dairying and livestock.
A notable local landmark is the 19th-century Glenravel Church, with its distinctive stonework and surrounding graveyard. The area is traversed by the Glenravel Road, connecting it to the wider Glens of Antrim. The underlying geology contributes to its patchwork of small lakes and wetlands. Community life is focused around local schools, halls, and sporting clubs, reflecting its dispersed, village-based population.
