13
Townlands
1,476
Registres de recensement
344
Foyers
2
Années de recensement
- Personnes
- 769
- Foyers
- 172
- Personnes
- 707 -8.1%
- Foyers
- 172 0%
À propos
Slaght is a small rural district located in County Derry in Northern Ireland, situated in the north-central part of the island. The area is characterized by typical Ulster countryside, with rolling hills, agricultural land, and scattered settlements connected by country roads. Its landscape reflects the broader geography of County Derry, which features gentle terrain interspersed with moorland and farmland. The district lies within reasonable proximity to the larger towns and cities of the region, though it remains primarily rural in character.
The history of Slaght, like much of County Derry, is intertwined with the broader historical narratives of Ulster and Ireland. The area would have been shaped by centuries of settlement patterns, land use, and the various historical divisions and developments that characterized the north of Ireland. As with many rural townlands in County Derry, Slaght's identity has been influenced by local family names, agricultural traditions, and community structures that developed over generations. The district reflects patterns of settlement and land management typical of the region's historical development.
Today, Slaght remains a working rural community where agriculture and small-scale farming continue to form the backbone of local activity. The area is characterized by tight-knit community bonds typical of rural County Derry, where local families have deep historical roots. For residents, Slaght represents an important part of their local identity and connection to the broader community structures of the county. The district, though small and relatively quiet, contributes to the distinctive character of rural Derry and maintains the cultural and social fabric that defines many such communities across Northern Ireland.
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- Comté
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Juridiction
Irlande du Nord
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Années de recensement
1901, 1911
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Townlands
13 townlands enregistrées
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- Slaght
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- Derry
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- Doire
- Juridiction
- Irlande du Nord
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