Jenny has 17+ of experience in the iGaming industry, having worked for some of the UK's leading brands. She is a recognised expert in bingo and slots.
Bingo has seen a resurgence in recent years, capturing the interest and imagination of people across the United Kingdom. Whether it's the thrill of the game, the social aspect, or the tantalising prospect of winning money, more and more individuals are flocking to traditional bingo venues and online bingo platforms.
Bingo is no longer just a pastime for older generations; it has become a beloved activity for all ages. It offers a great night out and a chance to unwind after a busy week. The game's blend of fun, excitement, and community spirit has made it an appealing choice for many, and many online sites offer attractive bingo offers to attract new customers.
🎉 Bingo Bliss: Discover the UK's Top Bingo Hotspots!
But where are the true bingo hotspots? Could you be living in one of the top bingo cities in the UK? Our comprehensive, data-driven research aims to uncover the regions where bingo is most frequented and where the houses are at their fullest.
Top 20
| Rank | UK City | Country | Pop | Daily Bingo Searches | Per 100k Pop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Inverness | Scotland | 47,380 | 480 | 1013.1 |
2 | Dunfermline | Scotland | 53,100 | 390 | 734.5 |
3 | Stirling | Scotland | 37,610 | 260 | 691.3 |
4 | Carlisle | England | 77,728 | 390 | 501.7 |
5 | Colchester | England | 130,245 | 480 | 368.5 |
6 | Preston | England | 147,800 | 480 | 324.8 |
7 | Dundee | Scotland | 148,350 | 480 | 323.6 |
8 | Bangor (NI) | Northern Ireland | 16,358 | 50 | 305.7 |
9 | Chester | England | 87,507 | 260 | 297.1 |
10 | Doncaster | England | 109,805 | 320 | 291.4 |
11 | Wrexham | Wales | 61,603 | 170 | 276.0 |
12 | Peterborough | England | 215,673 | 590 | 273.6 |
13 | Gloucester | England | 145,563 | 390 | 267.9 |
14 | Lincoln | England | 97,541 | 260 | 266.6 |
15 | Wakefield | England | 99,251 | 260 | 262.0 |
16 | Exeter | England | 124,180 | 320 | 257.7 |
17 | Worcester | England | 103,872 | 260 | 250.3 |
18 | Ripon | England | 16,274 | 40 | 245.8 |
19 | Chelmsford | England | 110,625 | 260 | 235.0 |
20 | Perth | Scotland | 47,430 | 110 | 231.9 |
The data highlights that Scotland dominates the rankings, with four of its cities being located within the top 10 but more importantly, three of them make up each of the top trio in our list. While smaller cities like Inverness and Stirling prove that bingo is not just popular in major urban centres.
Whereas England has the most top 10 representatives in terms of quantity with five entries and Northern Ireland has one representative in Bangor. However, there is not Welsh entry in the top 10 but Wrexham is not far off after earning a ranking of 11th.
1. Inverness, Scotland – The UK’s Bingo Capital
Inverness takes the top spot, boasting an astonishing 1,013.1 bingo searches per 100,000 residents. With a modest population of 47,380, the city still sees 480 daily searches—more than any other place in terms of proportion.
2. Dunfermline, Scotland – Scotland’s Bingo Powerhouse
Staying in Scotland Dunfermline secures second place, with 734.5 searches per 100,000 people. The city has a population of 53,1000 residents and records 390 daily searches for bingo - indicating a passionate local player base.
3. Stirling, Scotland – A Bingo Hotspot in Central Scotland
While it is a Scottish lockout of the top three places as Stirling lands in third place with 691.3 searches per 100,000 people. With 260 daily searches from a population of 37,610, it punches well above its weight.
4. Carlisle, England – England’s Bingo Leader
Moving south of the border for the fourth entry on the list as Carlisle ranks as England’s top city for bingo interest, recording 501.7 searches per 100,000 people. The city currently has a population of 77,728, sees 390 daily bingo-related searches.
5. Colchester, England – Essex’s Bingo Stronghold
Rounding out the top five is Colchester as the Essex location makes the list with 368.5 bingo searches per 100,000 residents. Home to 130,245 people, the city records daily 480 searches and in doing so, it solidifies its position as a key bingo destination in England.
6. Preston, England – A Bingo-Friendly Northern City
Moving from Essex to Lancashire now as Preston ranks sixth with 324.8 searches per 100,000 people. The city’s population of 147,800 generates 480 daily bingo searches, making it the third-highest ranked English city on our list.
7. Dundee, Scotland – Bingo Thrives in the City of Discovery
Known for its strong working-class roots and vibrant nightlife, Dundee’s bingo culture remains strong among locals as it sits seventh on our list. With 480 daily searches from a population of 148,350, it cements itself as a key bingo hub by recording 323.6 searches per 100,000 residents.
8. Bangor, Northern Ireland – A Small City with a Big Bingo Interest
Bangor is the only Northern Irish city to make the top 10 after sitting eighth on the list. With 305.7 searches per 100,000 residents and even with the population being just 16,358, the city still racks up 50 searches, highlighting its enthusiasm for bingo.
9. Chester, England – Bingo Meets History
Back over the Irish Sea now as Chester, a city famed for its Roman heritage and unique architecture, ranks ninth with 297.1 searches per 100,000 people. With a population of 87,507 and 260 daily searches, the city is another that seemingly has a keen interest in bingo.
Doncaster town centre cityscape // Clare Louise Jackson/shutterstock
10. Doncaster, England – A Bingo Stronghold in South Yorkshire
Doncaster rounds off the top 10, recording 291.4 searches per 100,000 people. With 320 daily bingo searches from a population of 109,805, the Yorkshire-based location city shows a consistent passion for the game.
English Bingo Top 5
| Rank | UK City | Country | Population | Daily Bingo Searches | Per 100k Pop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
4 | Carlisle | England | 77,728 | 390 | 501.7 |
5 | Colchester | England | 130,245 | 480 | 368.5 |
6 | Preston | England | 147,800 | 480 | 324.8 |
9 | Chester | England | 87,507 | 260 | 297.1 |
10 | Doncaster | England | 109,805 | 320 | 291.4 |
The top five English bingo cities all find themselves situated within the UK’s top 10 overall list. Carlisle, Colchester and Preston lock out positions four through to six while Chester and Doncaster round out the top of the rankings sitting in ninth and tenth respectively.
Northern Irish Bingo Top 5
| Rank | UK City | Country | Population | Daily bingo Searches | per 100k Pop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
8 | Bangor (NI) | Northern Ireland | 16,358 | 50 | 305.7 |
41 | Newry | Northern Ireland | 27,913 | 40 | 143.3 |
55 | Londonderry | Northern Ireland | 85,016 | 80 | 94.1 |
58 | Lisburn | Northern Ireland | 71,465 | 60 | 84.0 |
64 | Armagh | Northern Ireland | 16,310 | 10 | 61.3 |
When it comes to Northern Irish bingo cities, it is Bangor that flies the flag with pride after sitting eighth in the overall table and top of the table within the country. Not only that but it is some distance clear of its nearest rival.
If you have to go down to 41st overall to find Bangor’s competitor when it comes to bingo popularity as Newry sits 33 places further bank with 305.7 bingo searches per 100,000 of the city’s current population.
Bangor and Newry are the only two entries that make the UK top 50 while Londonderry, Lisburn and Armagh find themselves rounding out the Northern Irish top five as a consequence of being positioned 55th, 58th and 64th respectively.
Scotland Bingo Top 5
| Rank | UK City | Country | Pop | Daily Bingo Searches | Per 100k Pop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Inverness | Scotland | 47,380 | 480 | 1013.1 |
2 | Dunfermline | Scotland | 53,100 | 390 | 734.5 |
3 | Stirling | Scotland | 37,610 | 260 | 691.3 |
7 | Dundee | Scotland | 148,350 | 480 | 323.6 |
20 | Perth | Scotland | 47,430 | 110 | 231.9 |
There is clear domination when it comes to Scottish bingo cities within the UK as the top three overall places are locked out by locations north of Hadrian’s Wall and in addition to this, it is Dundee which also finds itself in the top 10 in seventh.
Dundee sitting fourth when it comes to Scotland’s bingo cities and 13 overall places clear of Perth who sit fifth in the Scottish table. The city which has a population of 47,430 generates 231.9 bingo searches per 100,000 residents.
Wales Bingo Top 5
| Rank | UK City | Country | Pop | Daily Bingo Searches | Per 100k Pop |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
11 | Wrexham | Wales | 61,603 | 170 | 276.0 |
24 | Newport | Wales | 159,600 | 320 | 200.5 |
45 | Cardiff | Wales | 361,469 | 480 | 132.8 |
50 | Swansea | Wales | 245,508 | 260 | 105.9 |
Wrexham just missed out on reaching the UK overall top 10 but the city can take solace at topping the Welsh charts. Sitting 11th overall, the city which has a population of 61,603 generates 276 searches per 100,000 residents.
Enough to pull clear of Wrexham’s counterparts within the country and this is where we find Newport as the best of the rest within Wales’s borders. Sitting 24th overall, the location generates 200.5 searches by comparisons and enough to get the better of both Cardiff and Swansea below.
