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About

Toome ward encompasses a rural landscape on the western shore of Lough Neagh, centred around the village of Toomebridge. The area is defined by its connection to the water and the River Bann, which flows from the lough here. The local economy has traditional ties to fishing and agriculture, with the lough's eel fisheries being a longstanding industry. The terrain is largely flat, characterised by farmland, wetlands, and small settlements.

The ward includes the important archaeological site of Toome, a mesolithic settlement that reveals early human activity. The locality is a key transit point, with several main roads and bridges converging at the Bann crossing. The surrounding townlands are dotted with single dwellings and small clusters of housing, maintaining a dispersed, village-focused community structure closely linked to the loughshore environment.

Data Sources

All data is sourced from official UK government agencies and public datasets. Last updated: 16/01/2026.