Newtownards Population 2026
Newtownards has a population of 29,363, making it the #422 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Northern Ireland. It is about 305× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,363
Rank in United Kingdom
#422
Coordinates
54.59°N, 5.69°W
~9 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
506 km
314 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 Newtownards
- Bangor61,011 people · ~8 km away
- Castlereagh56,679 people · ~13 km away
- Belfast348,005 people · ~15 km away
- Carrickfergus29,208 people · ~16 km away
- Newtownabbey63,860 people · ~16 km away
- Lisburn77,506 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Newtownards?
Newtownards has a population of 29,363 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #422 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Newtownards in?
Newtownards is located in Northern Ireland, United Kingdom.
Is Newtownards the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 506 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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