Livingston Population 2026
Livingston has a population of 56,840, making it the #205 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Scotland. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 158× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
56,840
Rank in United Kingdom
#205
Coordinates
55.90°N, 3.52°W
~157 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
537 km
333 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 |
| Dunfermline | 54,990 | #211 |
| Meikle Earnock | 54,480 | #214 |
Cities near Livingston
- Broxburn15,970 people · ~5 km away
- Bathgate23,600 people · ~8 km away
- Grangemouth16,120 people · ~17 km away
- Dunfermline54,990 people · ~19 km away
- Falkirk35,310 people · ~20 km away
- Penicuik16,150 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Livingston?
Livingston has a population of 56,840 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #205 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Livingston in?
Livingston is located in Scotland, United Kingdom.
Is Livingston the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 537 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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