Motherwell Population 2026
Motherwell has a population of 32,840, making it the #380 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Scotland. It is about 273× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
32,840
Rank in United Kingdom
#380
Coordinates
55.79°N, 3.99°W
~83 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
540 km
335 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 Motherwell
- Hamilton54,480 people · ~4 km away
- Meikle Earnock54,480 people · ~5 km away
- Wishaw30,050 people · ~5 km away
- Coatbridge43,950 people · ~8 km away
- Airdrie36,390 people · ~9 km away
- Cambuslang30,790 people · ~11 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Motherwell?
Motherwell has a population of 32,840 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #380 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Motherwell in?
Motherwell is located in Scotland, United Kingdom.
Is Motherwell the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 540 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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