Larne Population 2026
Larne has a population of 18,421, making it the #669 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Northern Ireland. It is about 487× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
18,421
Rank in United Kingdom
#669
Coordinates
54.85°N, 5.82°W
~4 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
531 km
330 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Northern Ireland
| City | Population | Rank in United Kingdom |
|---|---|---|
| Belfast | 348,005 | #13 |
| Derry | 83,652 | #127 |
| Lisburn | 77,506 | #140 |
| Newtownabbey | 63,860 | #174 |
| Bangor | 61,011 | #189 |
| Craigavon | 59,236 | #196 |
| Castlereagh | 56,679 | #206 |
| Portadown | 32,926 | #378 |
Cities near Larne
- Carrickfergus29,208 people · ~15 km away
- Newtownabbey63,860 people · ~22 km away
- Bangor61,011 people · ~23 km away
- Belfast348,005 people · ~29 km away
- Antrim19,661 people · ~29 km away
- Ballymena28,932 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Larne?
Larne has a population of 18,421 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #669 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Larne in?
Larne is located in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
Is Larne the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 531 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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