Stoneyford, Lisburn, BT28 3AW

Stoneyford, County Antrim, is a village that falls within the jurisdiction of Lisburn & Castlereagh City Council. The area is positioned on the River Lagan, which forms the boundary between County Antrim and County Down, and lies approximately 8 mi (13 km) southwest of Belfast city centre. Historically, the wider Lisburn area was established in the 17th century by English and Welsh settlers, with French Huguenots arriving in the 18th century, and the town developed as a global centre of the linen industry. Recent references to a “Stoneyford Village Renewal” suggest ongoing community development and investment in local infrastructure and amenities. The BT 28 postcode places the village within a well‑defined postal district, facilitating navigation and service provision. Overall, Stoneyford offers a rural setting that remains closely connected to the economic and cultural life of Belfast.