Templepatrick ward is situated in the northern part of Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough, encompassing the village of Templepatrick itself along with surrounding rural townlands. The area is characterised by a mix of agricultural land and residential development, with the M2 motorway and a main railway line serving as significant transport corridors through the landscape. These infrastructures connect the ward to both Belfast and Antrim town, shaping its commuter profile.
The village core is a historic settlement, with St. Patrick's Church of Ireland occupying a central position. Development includes modern housing estates alongside older buildings, with the grounds of the former Shane's Castle estate lying to the north. The presence of the Blaris Road industrial complex and the nearby Belfast International Airport, while located just outside the ward boundary, are major economic influences on the local area.
