Penicuik Population 2026
Penicuik has a population of 16,150, making it the #752 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Scotland. It is about 555× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,150
Rank in United Kingdom
#752
Coordinates
55.83°N, 3.23°W
~187 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
522 km
324 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 Penicuik
- Bonnyrigg18,320 people · ~9 km away
- Edinburgh514,990 people · ~14 km away
- Musselburgh23,620 people · ~16 km away
- Broxburn15,970 people · ~19 km away
- Livingston56,840 people · ~20 km away
- Bathgate23,600 people · ~27 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Penicuik?
Penicuik has a population of 16,150 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #752 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Penicuik in?
Penicuik is located in Scotland, United Kingdom.
Is Penicuik the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 522 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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