Cushendall is one of the most appealing villages on the Antrim Coast — a lively, friendly village at the foot of the Glens of Antrim where three of the nine glens meet the sea, known as the 'Capital of the Glens'. The village has an authentically Irish character — traditional music sessions, Gaelic games and an Irish language presence give it a very different feel from more tourist-oriented coastal villages.
The distinctive red sandstone Curfew Tower (1809) dominates the village centre. The Layd Church ruins north of the village occupy a clifftop position of extraordinary beauty above the sea. Glenariff Forest Park (5 miles south) has spectacular waterfall trails through ancient oak woodland.
Housing & Property Prices
HM Land RegistryAverage Price
£148,000
All property types
Detached
£218,000
Average sold price
Semi-detached
£132,000
Average sold price
Terraced
£105,000
Average sold price
Flat / Maisonette
£78,000
Average sold price
Annual Change
+3.8%
vs previous year
Schools & Ofsted Ratings
OfstedOutstanding
1
schools
Good
3
schools
Requires Improvement
0
schools
Inadequate
0
schools
- Outstanding
Crime Statistics
Police.ukCrime Rate
14
per 1,000 residents
vs National Avg
Well below average
England & Wales
Most Common
Anti-social behaviour
crime category
Broadband & Connectivity
OfcomAverage Download
38 Mbps
median speed
Superfast Coverage
72%
30 Mbps+
Ultrafast Coverage
20%
100 Mbps+
Full Fibre (FTTP)
9%
premises
Health & NHS Access
NHS DigitalNearest GP Surgery
Cushendall Medical Practice
0.2 miles away
NHS Trust
Northern Health & Social Care Trust
responsible trust
Nearest Hospital
Causeway Hospital Coleraine
22.4 miles
Environment & Green Space
DEFRA / ONSAir Quality Index
Good
annual average
Green Space
74%
of local area
Flood Risk
Low
Environment Agency
Transport & Connectivity
DfT / National RailNearest Station
Larne Railway Station
22.4 miles
To London
N/A (fly)
approx by rail
Nearest Motorway
A2
0.4 miles
Nearest Airport
Belfast City Airport
34 miles
Cushendall at a Glance — Area Scorecard
TownData.co.ukOverall
8.8
Excellent
Family Life
9.0
Excellent
Schools
9.0
Excellent
Transport
4.0
Poor
Nightlife
5.0
Average
Value for Money
9.0
Excellent
Safety
9.0
Excellent
Green Space
10.0
Excellent
Scores calculated from official data sources including ONS, Police.uk, Ofsted and Ofcom. Rated out of 10.
Who is Cushendall Good For?
TownData.co.ukFamilies
✅ Great for families
Commuters
❌ Poor transport links
Students
❌ Limited student life
Retirees
✅ Peaceful & well-served
Young Professionals
❌ Limited for young pros
First-Time Buyers
✅ Affordable area
Outdoor Lovers
✅ Excellent green space
Nightlife Seekers
❌ Better options elsewhere
Things to Do & Local Attractions
VisitBritain- Glenariff Forest ParkThe 'Queen of the Glens' — 5 miles south, Glenariff's spectacular waterfall trail through ancient oak woodland is one of Northern Ireland's finest short walks.
- Layd Church RuinsMedieval church ruins on a clifftop above the sea north of the village — one of the most atmospherically beautiful ruined churches in Ireland, with MacDonnell clan graves and extraordinary coastal views.
- Curfew TowerCushendall's most distinctive landmark — a red sandstone tower built in 1809 'for the confinement of rioters and idlers'. Now a private residence dominating the village crossroads.
- Traditional Music SceneCushendall has an outstanding traditional music scene — several pubs host sessions throughout the week, and the annual Cushendall Feis is one of the finest in the Antrim Glens.
- Antrim Coast RoadThe famous Antrim Coast Road runs through Cushendall — walking north along the cliffs towards Red Bay and Cushendun passes through spectacular scenery with views to Scotland.
Nearby Towns & Villages
ONS / Ordnance SurveyWeather & Climate
Met OfficeJan
5°C
Feb
5°C
Mar
8°C
Apr
10°C
May
13°C
Jun
16°C
Jul
18°C
Aug
18°C
Sep
15°C
Oct
11°C
Nov
7°C
Dec
5°C
Annual Rainfall
1020mm
mm per year
Sunshine Hours
1360 hrs
per year
Warmest Month
July/Aug
avg high 17°C
Coldest Month
January
avg low 3°C
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Cushendall a nice place to live?
Cushendall is a settlement in County Antrim. It has 100% of schools rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted, average house prices of £148,000, and crime that is well below average the national average. Use the sections above to explore the full data profile.
What is the average house price in Cushendall?
The average house price in Cushendall is £148,000 according to HM Land Registry. This covers all property types. See the housing section above for a full breakdown by property type and annual price change.
Is Cushendall safe to live in?
Cushendall's crime rate is well below average the national average. See the crime section above for a full breakdown by category.
What are the schools like in Cushendall?
100% of schools in Cushendall are rated Good or Outstanding by Ofsted. See the schools section above for a full list with individual Ofsted ratings.
How fast is broadband in Cushendall?
Average broadband download speeds in Cushendall are 38 Mbps according to Ofcom. See the broadband section above for superfast and full-fibre coverage figures.
Data sourced from official UK government datasets. All figures are for informational purposes only. TownData.co.uk is an independent website and is not affiliated with any government body.