Latitude and Longitude of United Kingdom

Latitude
51.5085°
N
Longitude
0.1257°
W

51° 30' 30.7" N, 0° 7' 32.7" W

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Located in Europe, the United Kingdom lies in the Northern Hemisphere, bordered by the Atlantic Ocean to the west and north, with the North Sea to the east. Its geographic centroid is approximately 51.51 latitude and -0.13 longitude, reflecting its central position within the British Isles. Coordinates for the United Kingdom are essential for various applications, including geocoding, navigation, and mapping projects. Users may seek to plan travel across different regions or for time-zone considerations, making accurate location data crucial for effective planning.

Major Cities in United Kingdom

CityLatitudeLongitudePopulation
London51.508530-0.1257408,961,989
Birmingham52.481420-1.8998301,157,603
Glasgow55.865150-4.257630626,410
Manchester53.480950-2.237430568,996
Sheffield53.382970-1.465900556,500
Leeds53.796480-1.547850536,280
Edinburgh55.952060-3.196480514,990
Liverpool53.410580-2.977940496,770
Bristol51.455230-2.596650479,024
Cardiff51.480000-3.180000372,089
Leicester52.638600-1.131690368,600
Bradford53.793910-1.752060366,187
Belfast54.596820-5.925410348,005
Coventry52.406560-1.512170345,324
Brent51.553060-0.302300329,100
Birkenhead53.393370-3.014790325,264
Nottingham52.953600-1.150470323,632
Islington51.536220-0.103040319,143
Reading51.456250-0.971130318,014
Kingston upon Hull53.744600-0.335250314,018

Frequently Asked Questions

In which continent is the United Kingdom located, and how can I read its coordinates?

The United Kingdom is situated in Europe. Its coordinates are expressed in degrees of latitude and longitude, with the latitude indicating its position north or south of the equator, and longitude indicating its position east or west of the Prime Meridian.

What is the time zone of the United Kingdom and how does its longitude affect it?

The United Kingdom primarily operates on Greenwich Mean Time (GMT) during the winter months and British Summer Time (BST) during the summer. Its longitudinal span affects local time, as regions further east or west may experience time differences.

How can I find specific cities or regions within the United Kingdom using this page?

To pinpoint cities or sub-regions within the United Kingdom, users can enter specific coordinates into the search function or look up well-known areas. The country page provides a framework for identifying various locations based on latitude and longitude.

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