Stiles ward covers a residential expanse in the northern part of Newtownabbey, bordering Belfast Lough. The area is characterised by numerous housing developments and local parks, providing green spaces for the community. Its road network connects it directly to key transport routes leading into Belfast city centre and towards the wider motorway system.
The ward includes the distinctive, long-established Stiles housing estate, which gives the area its name. Residential life is centred around local schools, shops, and community facilities. A notable local landmark is the prominent water tower situated near the shore, a visible structure for miles around that serves the area's infrastructure.
