Glasgow North
§ This page provides a baseview of UK constituency, bringing together various information and resources to help you better understand the area of Glasgow North.
Overview ⁞ Glasgow North includes vibrant districts such as the West End, with the University of Glasgow, Kelvingrove Art Gallery and Museum, and the Botanic Gardens. The area is known for its cafes, independent shops, and access to riverside walks along the River Kelvin and Clyde.
Constituency Map and Boundary Information
Below is an interactive map showing the boundary of the Glasgow North 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.
Map tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Boundary data: Contains Ordnance Survey data © Crown copyright and database right 2024; Contains Office for National Statistics data © ONS 2024, licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
Wards in Glasgow North
Glasgow North is divided into 5 wards, listed below in alphabetical order.
- Anderston/City/Yorkhill
- Canal
- Hillhead
- Maryhill
- Partick East/Kelvindale
Glasgow North is a constituency that covers these wards in Glasgow City.
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 | 15,042 | 13.75% | 1,006,212 | 18.47% |
| 18 to 24 | 24,835 | 22.70% | 466,541 | 8.56% |
| 25 to 34 | 21,791 | 19.92% | 695,519 | 12.77% |
| 35 to 49 | 18,699 | 17.09% | 1,011,614 | 18.57% |
| 50 to 64 | 16,521 | 15.10% | 1,170,419 | 21.48% |
| 65 and over | 12,517 | 11.44% | 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 | 62,105 | 56.92% | 77.70% |
| Other White British | 9,182 | 8.42% | 9.38% |
| Other White | 7,160 | 6.56% | 3.01% |
| Chinese, Chinese Scottish or Chinese British | 5,626 | 5.16% | 0.87% |
| Indian, Indian Scottish or Indian British | 4,193 | 3.84% | 0.97% |
| African: Other African | 3,954 | 3.62% | 0.97% |
| Pakistani, Pakistani Scottish or Pakistani British | 3,261 | 2.99% | 1.34% |
| Mixed or multiple ethnic group | 2,660 | 2.44% | 1.12% |
| White Irish | 2,451 | 2.25% | 1.05% |
| Arab, Arab Scottish or Arab British | 2,116 | 1.94% | 0.41% |
| Other Asian | 1,800 | 1.65% | 0.59% |
| White Polish | 1,780 | 1.63% | 1.67% |
| Other ethnic group | 1,759 | 1.61% | 0.50% |
| African: African, African Scottish or African British | 529 | 0.48% | 0.11% |
| Caribbean or Black: Other Caribbean or Black | 216 | 0.20% | 0.07% |
| Bangladeshi, Bangladeshi Scottish or Bangladeshi British | 180 | 0.16% | 0.13% |
| Caribbean or Black: Caribbean, Caribbean Scottish or Caribbean British | 80 | 0.07% | 0.04% |
| Gypsy/ Traveller | 41 | 0.04% | 0.06% |
| Caribbean or Black: Black, Black Scottish or Black British | 12 | 0.01% | 0.01% |
Glasgow North compared with other constituencies
Glasgow North has a population of 109,405 (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, Glasgow North has a population higher than 388, lower than 172, and similar to 90 constituencies (±2,500, including itself).