United Kingdom Information Table & Key Statistics
Below is a detailed factsheet summarizing the key administrative, demographic, and geographical statistics for United Kingdom:
| Attribute | Value / Details |
|---|---|
| Country Name |  United Kingdom |
| Capital City | London |
| Population | 67,886,011 |
| Land Area | 242,495 km² |
| Official Currency | GBP (Pound) |
| Official Languages | English |
| Timezone | UTC+0 |
| European Union Member | No (Non-EU) |
| Geographical Coordinates | 55.38°N, 3.44°W |
What is United Kingdom?
United Kingdom is a European nation located at coordinates 55.38°N, 3.44°W. Its capital city is London, which functions as the administrative and economic center. The country covers a total land area of 242,495 km² and is home to a population of approximately 67,886,011 residents. The official currency used is GBP (Pound), and the primary spoken language(s) is/are English.
Geographically, United Kingdom is positioned in Europe's UTC+0 timezone. Though not a member state of the European Union, United Kingdom maintains a unique geopolitical presence in Europe and coordinates closely with neighboring European nations.
How to Explore United Kingdom on the Map?
You can utilize our interactive Europe map above to study the exact boundaries, neighbors, and cities of United Kingdom. The map widget will automatically focus, center, and zoom in directly on United Kingdom upon loading this page. You can click adjacent country paths to see how United Kingdom borders other nations in the region. Use your mouse scroll wheel or pinch gestures to zoom further into the map, and hover over specific regions to view tooltips showing coordinates, capitals, and country names in real time.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the capital of United Kingdom?
The capital of United Kingdom is London. It is the administrative, cultural, and political center of the nation.
Is United Kingdom part of the European Union?
No, United Kingdom is not a member state of the European Union (EU).
What currency and official languages are spoken in United Kingdom?
The official currency of United Kingdom is GBP (Pound) and the official language(s) spoken is/are English.