Carrickfergus Population 2026
Carrickfergus has a population of 29,208, making it the #427 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Northern Ireland. It is about 307× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,208
Rank in United Kingdom
#427
Coordinates
54.72°N, 5.81°W
~7 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
520 km
323 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 Carrickfergus
- Newtownabbey63,860 people · ~9 km away
- Bangor61,011 people · ~11 km away
- Larne18,421 people · ~15 km away
- Belfast348,005 people · ~15 km away
- Newtownards29,363 people · ~16 km away
- Castlereagh56,679 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Carrickfergus?
Carrickfergus has a population of 29,208 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #427 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Carrickfergus in?
Carrickfergus is located in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
Is Carrickfergus the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 520 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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