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Newry West Urban, Comté de Down

District

Newry West Urban

Comté de Down

70

Streets

10,563

Registres de recensement

2,038

Foyers

2

Années de recensement

1901 Recensement
Personnes
5,266
Foyers
1,023
1911 Recensement
Personnes
5,297 +0.6%
Foyers
1,015 -0.8%

À propos

Newry West Urban is a district located in County Down in Northern Ireland, situated in the southeastern part of the province near the border with the Republic of Ireland. The area forms part of the greater Newry urban area, which straddles the Newry River and sits within a valley surrounded by hills and countryside. The landscape is characterized by relatively low-lying terrain compared to the mountains found elsewhere in County Down, making it accessible and suitable for urban development. The district's position near the Irish border has historically made it an important commercial and transport hub within the region.

The area has experienced significant development, particularly in recent decades as Newry has grown as a shopping and commercial center. The town's expansion accelerated in the late 20th century, transforming it from a traditional market town into a more modern urban area. This growth was partly driven by its strategic location and improved road connections, particularly following the development of major retail centers that attracted shoppers from both sides of the border. The historic roots of Newry go back centuries, with the town developing around its river crossing and medieval structures, though much of the current urban landscape reflects more contemporary development.

Newry West Urban serves as a vital part of the wider Newry community, contributing to the town's function as a residential, commercial, and service center for the surrounding region. The district contains housing, local businesses, schools, and community facilities that serve the local population. For residents, it represents a significant part of their daily lives and access to amenities, employment, and services. The area's significance extends beyond its immediate boundaries, as Newry as a whole functions as an important economic and social center for County Down and the border region between Northern Ireland and the Republic of Ireland.

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Comté

Down

Juridiction

Irlande du Nord

Années de recensement

1901, 1911

Streets

70 streets enregistrées

Emplacement du district

OpenStreetMap

Détails

District
Newry West Urban
Comté
Down
Irlandais
An Dún
Juridiction
Irlande du Nord