Falkirk spans about 295 km² (114 sq mi) in Scotland.
Outline from Office for National Statistics and Ordnance Survey data, Open Government Licence v3.0.
Living in Falkirk
Falkirk is a county area in central Scotland, positioned between Edinburgh and Glasgow and shaped by its long history of industry, transport and settlement. The landscape includes low lying farmland, river corridors and areas of former industrial land, alongside open green spaces and canals. Its central location has made it an important crossing point and place of connection for many centuries.
The area includes the town of Falkirk itself along with settlements such as Grangemouth, Bo’ness, Denny and Larbert, each contributing to local life in different ways. Falkirk serves as the main administrative and service centre, while Grangemouth developed as a major industrial and port area linked to the Firth of Forth. Other towns grew around manufacturing, trade and transport routes, shaping strong and practical communities.
Falkirk benefits from access to parks, waterways and nearby countryside, with canals, woodland and open land supporting walking and outdoor activity. Regeneration and development continue alongside established neighbourhoods, reflecting steady change rather than rapid growth. Overall, Falkirk offers a calm mix of industrial heritage, central location and everyday community life, giving it a grounded and well connected character within Scotland.
Falkirk at a Glance
Amenities & Getting Around
Source: NHS, National Rail and Open Charge Map.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Falkirk?
Falkirk has a population of about 158,255 people, at a density of 536 per square kilometre.
Largest Towns in Falkirk 8
Location
Elevation & Terrain
Falkirk stretches from 0 ft at Blackness up to 719 ft at Limerigg, a span of 719 ft across 82 towns and villages. This reflects notably varied terrain, with clear contrasts between lower valleys and higher ground.
Main Towns in Falkirk 17
Falkirk has 82 towns, villages and localities in total. The main towns are shown below. You can also browse the full A to Z of every place in Falkirk.
Postcode Areas in Falkirk 2
Falkirk is served by 2 postcode areas. Each area contains multiple postcode districts covering different parts of the county.