Antrim Population 2026
Antrim has a population of 19,661, making it the #630 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Northern Ireland. It is about 456× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
19,661
Rank in United Kingdom
#630
Coordinates
54.72°N, 6.21°W
~33 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
540 km
335 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Ireland
| City | Population | Rank in United Kingdom |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast | 348,005 | #13 |
| Derry | 83,652 | #127 |
| Lisburn | 77,506 | #140 |
| Newtownabbey | 63,860 | #174 |
| Bangor | 61,011 | #189 |
| Craigavon | 59,236 | #196 |
| Castlereagh | 56,679 | #206 |
| Portadown | 32,926 | #378 |
Cities near Antrim
- Ballymena28,932 people · ~17 km away
- Newtownabbey63,860 people · ~20 km away
- Belfast348,005 people · ~23 km away
- Lisburn77,506 people · ~24 km away
- Carrickfergus29,208 people · ~26 km away
- Castlereagh56,679 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Antrim?
Antrim has a population of 19,661 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #630 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Antrim in?
Antrim is located in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
Is Antrim the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 540 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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