Kirkcaldy Population 2026
Kirkcaldy has a population of 50,370, making it the #236 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Scotland. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 178× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
50,370
Rank in United Kingdom
#236
Coordinates
56.12°N, 3.16°W
~39 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
550 km
342 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 Kirkcaldy
- Glenrothes38,360 people · ~9 km away
- Edinburgh514,990 people · ~18 km away
- Dunfermline54,990 people · ~19 km away
- Musselburgh23,620 people · ~21 km away
- Bonnyrigg18,320 people · ~27 km away
- Broxburn15,970 people · ~28 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Kirkcaldy?
Kirkcaldy has a population of 50,370 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #236 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Kirkcaldy in?
Kirkcaldy is located in Scotland, United Kingdom.
Is Kirkcaldy the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 550 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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