United Kingdom
United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland
United Kingdom (officially United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland) is an independent country located in Northern Europe, Europe. With a population of 69,281,437 people, it ranks #20 in the world by population. The country covers an area of 244,376 km² (#81 globally), with a population density of 284 people per km². The capital city is London. The official language is English.
Key Facts
Population
69,281,437
#20 world ranking
Area
244,376 km²
#81 world ranking
Population Density
284/km²
Capital
London
Driving Side
Left
Timezones
9
UTC-08:00
Continent
Europe
Bordering Countries
1
neighboring countries
Languages
- English— see all countries
Currency
- British pound (£)— see all countries
Bordering Countries (1)
IrelandCompare
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of United Kingdom?
The capital of United Kingdom is London.
What is the population of United Kingdom?
United Kingdom has a population of 69,281,437 people, ranking #20 in the world by population.
How big is United Kingdom?
United Kingdom covers an area of 244,376 km², ranking #81 in the world by area. The population density is 284 people per km².
What languages are spoken in United Kingdom?
The official languages of United Kingdom are: English.
What is the currency of United Kingdom?
The currency of United Kingdom is British pound (£).
What countries border United Kingdom?
United Kingdom shares borders with 1 countries: Ireland.