Irvine Population 2026
Irvine has a population of 34,130, making it the #367 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Scotland. It is about 263× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
34,130
Rank in United Kingdom
#367
Coordinates
55.62°N, 4.66°W
~14 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
546 km
339 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 Irvine
- Kilwinning16,100 people · ~5 km away
- Kilmarnock46,970 people · ~10 km away
- Ayr46,260 people · ~17 km away
- Johnstone15,930 people · ~25 km away
- Barrhead17,890 people · ~26 km away
- Newton Mearns28,210 people · ~26 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Irvine?
Irvine has a population of 34,130 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #367 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Irvine in?
Irvine is located in Scotland, United Kingdom.
Is Irvine the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 546 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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