Glenrothes Population 2026
Glenrothes has a population of 38,360, making it the #317 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Scotland. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 234× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
38,360
Rank in United Kingdom
#317
Coordinates
56.20°N, 3.17°W
~92 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
558 km
347 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 Glenrothes
- Kirkcaldy50,370 people · ~9 km away
- Dunfermline54,990 people · ~22 km away
- Edinburgh514,990 people · ~27 km away
- Perth47,350 people · ~27 km away
- Saint Andrews18,410 people · ~28 km away
- Musselburgh23,620 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Glenrothes?
Glenrothes has a population of 38,360 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #317 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Glenrothes in?
Glenrothes is located in Scotland, United Kingdom.
Is Glenrothes the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 558 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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