Coatbridge Population 2026
Coatbridge has a population of 43,950, making it the #275 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Scotland. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 204× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
43,950
Rank in United Kingdom
#275
Coordinates
55.86°N, 4.02°W
~88 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
548 km
340 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 Coatbridge
- Airdrie36,390 people · ~3 km away
- Motherwell32,840 people · ~8 km away
- Cumbernauld50,530 people · ~10 km away
- Cambuslang30,790 people · ~10 km away
- Hamilton54,480 people · ~11 km away
- Kirkintilloch19,630 people · ~12 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Coatbridge?
Coatbridge has a population of 43,950 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #275 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Coatbridge in?
Coatbridge is located in Scotland, United Kingdom.
Is Coatbridge the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 548 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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