Bangor Population 2026
Bangor has a population of 61,011, making it the #189 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Northern Ireland. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 147× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
61,011
Rank in United Kingdom
#189
Coordinates
54.66°N, 5.67°W
~19 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
509 km
316 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 |
| Craigavon | 59,236 | #196 |
| Castlereagh | 56,679 | #206 |
| Portadown | 32,926 | #378 |
| Newtownards | 29,363 | #422 |
Cities near Bangor
- Newtownards29,363 people · ~8 km away
- Carrickfergus29,208 people · ~11 km away
- Newtownabbey63,860 people · ~15 km away
- Castlereagh56,679 people · ~17 km away
- Belfast348,005 people · ~18 km away
- Larne18,421 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bangor?
Bangor has a population of 61,011 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #189 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Bangor in?
Bangor is located in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
Is Bangor the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 509 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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