Belfast — Local Statistics
Key economic and labour market statistics for Belfast, sourced from the Office for National Statistics.
3.9%
Claimant Rate
+0.5pp vs UK average
9,035
Claimants (September 2026)
£33,344
UK Median Salary
Belfast Economic Overview
Unemployment & Claimant Count
Belfast's claimant rate of 3.9% is in line with the UK average of 3.4%, reflecting typical employment conditions for UK local authorities.