Dunfermline Population 2026
Dunfermline has a population of 54,990, making it the #211 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Scotland. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 163× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
54,990
Rank in United Kingdom
#211
Coordinates
56.07°N, 3.46°W
~107 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
552 km
343 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 |
| Meikle Earnock | 54,480 | #214 |
Cities near Dunfermline
- Broxburn15,970 people · ~15 km away
- Grangemouth16,120 people · ~18 km away
- Livingston56,840 people · ~19 km away
- Kirkcaldy50,370 people · ~19 km away
- Edinburgh514,990 people · ~21 km away
- Alloa20,390 people · ~21 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Dunfermline?
Dunfermline has a population of 54,990 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #211 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Dunfermline in?
Dunfermline is located in Scotland, United Kingdom.
Is Dunfermline the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 552 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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