Map of Scotland showing some of the major towns and cities
This list shows towns and cities in Scotland with more than 15,000 people, ordered by how many people live there. The numbers come from the National Records of Scotland. Glasgow is the biggest city in Scotland by population, while the capital, Edinburgh, is the second biggest by population but the largest by area. Other cities include Aberdeen, Dundee, and Stirling, which has the smallest city population at just over 37,000 people. Scotland has eight cities in total, with many larger towns, the biggest being Paisley.
The list also includes sections for “Localities,” which are basic places where people live, ordered by population, and “Settlements,” which are groups of urban areas that may include more than one locality and can stretch across different council areas. As of 2020, Scotland has 656 localities and 514 settlements.
Localities
In Scotland, a "locality" means a place with many houses close together, where at least 500 people live. There are 52 of these places with more than 15,000 people.
In Scotland, a 'settlement' means a group of nearby places with many people living close together. These places have at least 500 people. Usually, each settlement is just one town or city. Below is a list of the 43 places in Scotland where more than 15,000 people live.
A scenic view of Edinburgh, showcasing its historic architecture and cityscape.A beautiful view of Aberdeen City Centre as seen from Tollohill Woods, showcasing the city's skyline and surrounding landscape.A scenic view of Dundee's skyline across the River Tay, with Dundee Law hill prominently visible.A scenic view of Paisley town centre with the White Cart Water flowing through it.A view of Dunfermline High Street with the City Chambers building in Scotland.A beautiful panoramic view of the city of Inverness, Scotland, looking out over the River Ness.A scenic view of the Bank of Tay River in Perth, Scotland.A beautiful view of Stirling Castle and the Wallace Monument in Scotland.A scenic view of Kilmarnock Train Station looking south toward John Finnie Street.A modern street scene showing updated infrastructure and high-rise apartment buildings in Scotland.A view of Kirkwall Harbour in Scotland, showcasing historic architecture and scenic waterfront.
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