East Kilbride Population 2026
East Kilbride has a population of 75,310, making it the #146 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Scotland. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 119× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
75,310
Rank in United Kingdom
#146
Coordinates
55.76°N, 4.18°W
~161 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
543 km
337 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 |
| Livingston | 56,840 | #205 |
| Dunfermline | 54,990 | #211 |
| Meikle Earnock | 54,480 | #214 |
Cities near East Kilbride
- Cambuslang30,790 people · ~5 km away
- Rutherglen30,950 people · ~8 km away
- Hamilton54,480 people · ~9 km away
- Meikle Earnock54,480 people · ~9 km away
- Newton Mearns28,210 people · ~10 km away
- Motherwell32,840 people · ~12 km away
FAQ
What is the population of East Kilbride?
East Kilbride has a population of 75,310 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #146 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is East Kilbride in?
East Kilbride is located in Scotland, United Kingdom.
Is East Kilbride the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 543 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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