Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch
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Overview ⁞ Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch sit between Glasgow and Stirling, offering a mix of modern town developments and historic character. Cumbernauld is known for its extensive green spaces and nearby Palacerigg Country Park, while Kirkintilloch is celebrated as the “Canal Capital of Scotland” with scenic walks along the Forth and Clyde Canal.
Constituency Map and Boundary Information
Below is an interactive map showing the boundary of the Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch parliamentary constituency. The boundary data is sourced from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), using the latest official geographic definitions.
You can explore official statistics for this area on the ONS Explore Local Statistics page, or view its location on the UK Parliament constituency map.
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Wards in Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch
Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch is divided into 7 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Cumbernauld East
- Cumbernauld North
- Cumbernauld South
- Kilsyth
- Kirkintilloch East and North and Twechar
- Lenzie and Kirkintilloch South
- Stepps, Chryston and Muirhead
Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch is a constituency that covers these wards in East Dunbartonshire / North Lanarkshire.
Population by age group
The most recent data for constituencies in England and Wales comes from mid-year estimates for 2022. This tells us what the population was estimated to be on 30 June 2022.
| Age Band | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Scotland (Number) | Scotland (%) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 to 17 | 17,699 | 19.65% | 1,006,212 | 18.47% |
| 18 to 24 | 7,143 | 7.93% | 466,541 | 8.56% |
| 25 to 34 | 10,574 | 11.74% | 695,519 | 12.77% |
| 35 to 49 | 16,798 | 18.65% | 1,011,614 | 18.57% |
| 50 to 64 | 19,996 | 22.20% | 1,170,419 | 21.48% |
| 65 and over | 17,855 | 19.82% | 1,097,395 | 20.14% |
Population by ethnic group
The most recent census asked people about their ethnic group. The census was carried out in March 2021 in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and in March 2022 in Scotland.
| Ethnic Group | Constituency (Number) | Constituency (%) | Scotland (%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| White Scottish | 82,037 | 89.31% | 77.70% |
| Other White British | 3,961 | 4.31% | 9.38% |
| Pakistani, Pakistani Scottish or Pakistani British | 949 | 1.03% | 1.34% |
| Other White | 909 | 0.99% | 3.01% |
| White Irish | 809 | 0.88% | 1.05% |
| Mixed or multiple ethnic group | 636 | 0.69% | 1.12% |
| White Polish | 628 | 0.68% | 1.67% |
| Indian, Indian Scottish or Indian British | 459 | 0.50% | 0.97% |
| Chinese, Chinese Scottish or Chinese British | 429 | 0.47% | 0.87% |
| African: Other African | 397 | 0.43% | 0.97% |
| Other ethnic group | 220 | 0.24% | 0.50% |
| Other Asian | 148 | 0.16% | 0.59% |
| Arab, Arab Scottish or Arab British | 121 | 0.13% | 0.41% |
| Caribbean or Black: Other Caribbean or Black | 40 | 0.04% | 0.07% |
| African: African, African Scottish or African British | 37 | 0.04% | 0.11% |
| Caribbean or Black: Caribbean, Caribbean Scottish or Caribbean British | 34 | 0.04% | 0.04% |
| Bangladeshi, Bangladeshi Scottish or Bangladeshi British | 27 | 0.03% | 0.13% |
| Gypsy/ Traveller | 15 | 0.02% | 0.06% |
| Caribbean or Black: Black, Black Scottish or Black British | 5 | 0.01% | 0.01% |
Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch compared with other constituencies
Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch has a population of 90,065 (2024 mid-year estimate by ONS). The population of the UK is 69,281,400 as of mid-2024. There are 650 constituencies, so the average population per constituency is around 106,600.
Compared with the other 649 constituencies, Cumbernauld and Kirkintilloch has a population higher than 9, lower than 615, and similar to 26 constituencies (±2,500, including itself).