It is within the Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council area.

[3] (2001 Census: 105 people) The current Roman Catholic church at Madden was built in 1998, replacing an earlier building.

Modern newly built school The main sports in Madden are Gaelic football and Camogie and also played is road bowling.

The local GAA club, Madden Raparees GAC (Ropairí na Madan), plays in county competitions at Senior level.

The road bowling club contains a number of All-Ireland champions at various grades.