Wishaw Population 2026
Wishaw has a population of 30,050, making it the #413 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Scotland. It is about 298× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
30,050
Rank in United Kingdom
#413
Coordinates
55.77°N, 3.92°W
~138 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
535 km
332 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 Wishaw
- Motherwell32,840 people · ~5 km away
- Hamilton54,480 people · ~7 km away
- Meikle Earnock54,480 people · ~8 km away
- Airdrie36,390 people · ~12 km away
- Coatbridge43,950 people · ~13 km away
- Cambuslang30,790 people · ~16 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Wishaw?
Wishaw has a population of 30,050 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #413 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Wishaw in?
Wishaw is located in Scotland, United Kingdom.
Is Wishaw the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 535 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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