Jewish Population of Northern Ireland: Approximately 500–600 (2023)

According to Jewish News UK (2023), the Jewish community in Northern Ireland numbers between 500 and 600 people.

Context:

• Peak: ~1,500 in 1960s (Belfast Hebrew Congregation).
• Decline: Emigration (Troubles, economic), aging, assimilation.
• Current centers: Belfast Hebrew Congregation (Somerton Road synagogue) – Orthodox; Belfast Progressive Jewish Community – Liberal. Small groups in Derry/Londonderry.
• Institutions: Jewish Community Centre, Chevra Kadisha, Jewish National Fund, LJY-Netzer youth.

Northern Ireland's total population ~1.9M; Jews ~0.03%. The community remains active but faces sustainability challenges. Census 2021 recorded "Jewish" as a write-in ethnicity/religion; detailed figures pending.