Cumbernauld Population 2026
Cumbernauld has a population of 50,530, making it the #235 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Scotland. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 177× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,530
Rank in United Kingdom
#235
Coordinates
55.95°N, 3.99°W
~149 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
555 km
345 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 Cumbernauld
- Airdrie36,390 people · ~9 km away
- Coatbridge43,950 people · ~10 km away
- Kirkintilloch19,630 people · ~10 km away
- Falkirk35,310 people · ~14 km away
- Bishopbriggs23,680 people · ~15 km away
- Motherwell32,840 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Cumbernauld?
Cumbernauld has a population of 50,530 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #235 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Cumbernauld in?
Cumbernauld is located in Scotland, United Kingdom.
Is Cumbernauld the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 555 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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