Ballymena Population 2026
Ballymena has a population of 28,932, making it the #433 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Northern Ireland. It is about 310× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
28,932
Rank in United Kingdom
#433
Coordinates
54.86°N, 6.28°W
~49 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
554 km
344 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 Ballymena
- Antrim19,661 people · ~17 km away
- Larne18,421 people · ~29 km away
- Newtownabbey63,860 people · ~33 km away
- Carrickfergus29,208 people · ~34 km away
- Belfast348,005 people · ~37 km away
- Coleraine25,681 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Ballymena?
Ballymena has a population of 28,932 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #433 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Ballymena in?
Ballymena is located in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
Is Ballymena the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 554 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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