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Edinburgh, Scotland

United Kingdom

Regional capital55.9521° N, 3.1965° W

Edinburgh is a city located in the United Kingdom, specifically in the province of Scotland. With a population of 514,990, it is a significant urban center in the region.

Population514,990
ProvinceScotland
Coordinates55.9521° N, 3.1965° W
CountryUnited Kingdom
Rank in United Kingdom#7 of 43,712

Map

Nearest Airports

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Edinburgh Airport

EDIInternational

10.9 km away

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RAF Kirknewton

GB-0315Local

15.2 km away

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Castleton Farm

GB-1311Local

17.5 km away

About Edinburgh

Edinburgh is situated at coordinates 55.95206° latitude and -3.19648° longitude, placing it in the Northern and Western hemispheres. The city has an elevation of 66 meters and operates within the Europe/London timezone. Nearby cities include Livingston, Cumbernauld, Dunfermline, Kirkcaldy, and Glenrothes.

In terms of population, Edinburgh ranks 7th out of 6343 cities in the United Kingdom. The total urban population of the country is 73,040,797, highlighting the city's significance within this context.

Cities in Scotland

Edinburgh is located in Scotland, where it ranks 2nd among 734 cities. Notable cities in the province include Glasgow, Aberdeen, Dundee, Paisley, and East Kilbride. The city is supported by a range of amenities, including 15 hospitals, 173 schools, 31 universities, and 279 parks.

Glasgow626,410Aberdeen198,590Dundee148,210Paisley77,270East Kilbride74,740Livingston56,840Hamilton54,480Meikle Earnock54,080Cumbernauld51,610Dunfermline50,380

Nearby Cities

Around Edinburgh, 20 nearby populated places have been recorded within 25 km.

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New TownNeighborhood
0.2 km
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Old TownNeighborhood
0.4 km
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Roxburgh's CourtVillage
0.4 km
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Queen StreetCity
0.5 km
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GrassmarketNeighborhood
0.5 km
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York PlaceCity
0.6 km
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GreensideNeighborhood
0.9 km
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South SideNeighborhood
1 km
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StockbridgeCity
1 km
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TollcrossNeighborhood
1.1 km
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CanongateNeighborhood
1.1 km
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DumbiedykesNeighborhood
1.2 km
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CanonmillsNeighborhood
1.2 km
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West EndNeighborhood
1.2 km
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HillsideNeighborhood
1.3 km
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BroughtonNeighborhood
1.4 km
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MarchmontVillage
1.5 km
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FountainbridgeNeighborhood
1.5 km
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CaltonNeighborhood
1.5 km
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DeanNeighborhood
1.6 km

Universities in Edinburgh

Edinburgh is home to 3 universities and higher education institutions.

UniversityFoundedTypeQS
Heriot-Watt University1821——
Kings Buildings———
Queen Margaret University1875——
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Explore United Kingdom

Users can explore additional content related to other cities in the United Kingdom, compare countries, view rankings, or access the full city list for more information.

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Largest cities in United Kingdom

#1 London8,961,989#2 Birmingham1,157,603#3 Glasgow626,410#4 Manchester568,996#5 Sheffield556,500
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of Edinburgh?

The population of Edinburgh is 514,990.

In which province/state is Edinburgh located?

Edinburgh is located in the province of Scotland.

What are the coordinates of Edinburgh?

The coordinates of Edinburgh are 55.95206° latitude and -3.19648° longitude.

What is the elevation of Edinburgh?

The elevation of Edinburgh is 66 meters.

What is the nearest airport to Edinburgh?

The nearest airport to Edinburgh is Edinburgh Airport (IATA: EDI).

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