Bathgate Population 2026
Bathgate has a population of 23,600, making it the #523 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Scotland. It is about 380× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
23,600
Rank in United Kingdom
#523
Coordinates
55.90°N, 3.64°W
~141 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
540 km
335 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Scotland
| City | Population | Rank in United Kingdom |
|---|---|---|
| Glasgow | 626,410 | #3 |
| Edinburgh | 514,990 | #7 |
| Aberdeen | 198,590 | #41 |
| Dundee | 148,210 | #64 |
| Paisley | 77,270 | #141 |
| East Kilbride | 75,310 | #146 |
| Livingston | 56,840 | #205 |
| Dunfermline | 54,990 | #211 |
Cities near Bathgate
- Livingston56,840 people · ~8 km away
- Broxburn15,970 people · ~11 km away
- Grangemouth16,120 people · ~13 km away
- Falkirk35,310 people · ~14 km away
- Airdrie36,390 people · ~21 km away
- Dunfermline54,990 people · ~22 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bathgate?
Bathgate has a population of 23,600 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #523 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Bathgate in?
Bathgate is located in Scotland, United Kingdom.
Is Bathgate 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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