Antrim and Newtownabbey — Local Statistics
Key economic and labour market statistics for Antrim and Newtownabbey, sourced from the Office for National Statistics.
2.3%
Claimant Rate
-1.2pp vs UK average
2,125
Claimants (April 2026)
£33,344
UK Median Salary
Antrim and Newtownabbey Economic Overview
Unemployment & Claimant Count
Antrim and Newtownabbey has a notably low claimant rate of 2.3%, well below the UK average of 3.5%. This points to strong local employment and good availability of jobs in the area.