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Ilkeston, England, United Kingdom – United Kingdom Flag

Current Date And Time In Ilkeston, United Kingdom

Thursday, 13 August 2026
10:00:00 BST
State: England
Currency: Pound Sterling (GBP)
Timezone: UTC +00:00 (BST)
Population: 40,953
District: Derbyshire

🗺 Map of Ilkeston, England, United Kingdom – GPS Coordinates & Satellite View


Explore the interactive satellite map of Ilkeston, a city in England, United Kingdom, located in Europe. This page provides precise GPS coordinates, latitude and longitude values, DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) and DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) formats for Ilkeston β€” all essential for geographic navigation, logistics planning, GIS integration and location intelligence workflows. View the live satellite map to explore terrain, streets and urban structure of Ilkeston.

Professional use cases: Supply chain & logistics routing • Delivery territory mapping • Real estate site analysis • Field operations & fleet management • Market research for regional expansion into Europe • GIS platform data integration • Travel planning & proximity analysis • Strategic site selection for United Kingdom operations.

🌍 GPS Coordinates of Ilkeston, England

📍 LATITUDE
52.971°
North (N)
📍 LONGITUDE
1.31°
West (W)
🎯 Precision: WGS84 Datum • Format: Decimal Degrees • Accuracy: ±1 meter
Coordinate FormatLatitudeLongitude
Decimal Degrees (DD)52.9706° N1.3095° W
Signed Decimal Degrees52.9706-1.3095
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)52° 58' 14" N1° 18' 34" W
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)52° 58.233' N1° 18.5706' W

☀️ Sunrise, Sunset & Day Length in Ilkeston Today

🔥 SUNRISE
05:41 AM
🌅 SUNSET
08:38 PM
⏳ DAY LENGTH
14h 57m
🌅 SOLAR NOON
01:10 PM
Calculated for today (13 Aug 2026) from Ilkeston’s GPS coordinates • times shown in local time.

🌐 Ilkeston’s Global Position — Equator, Prime Meridian & Antipode

📍 DISTANCE FROM EQUATOR
5,897 km
(3,664 mi) • Ilkeston is in the northern hemisphere
📍 DIST. FROM PRIME MERIDIAN
88 km
(55 mi) • Ilkeston is in the western hemisphere
🌐 ANTIPODAL COORDINATES
52.971° S, 178.69° E
The point exactly opposite Ilkeston through the Earth's core
If you dug a tunnel straight through the Earth's center from Ilkeston, you'd surface nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, about 971 km from the exact antipodal point — most of the Earth's surface opposite any given point is open ocean, so an exact land match is rare.

📊 Geographic Profile of Ilkeston

📍 Location Details

CityIlkeston
StateEngland
CountryUnited Kingdom
ContinentEurope
DistrictDerbyshire
Time Zone+00:00

📈 Area & Population

Population40,953
Elevation103 m / 338 ft
GPS (DD)52.9706, -1.3095

📊 Geographic Intelligence & Neighboring Cities

🗺 Neighboring Cities of Ilkeston

Nearby Cities Found: 6 cities
Parent State: England
Parent Country: United Kingdom

📈 City Size & Population Analysis

Population: 40,953
🏆 State Rank: #277 of 4214 most populous in England
🏠 Share of England Population: 0.072%

✈️ Distance & Travel Time to Nearby Cities

Straight-line (great-circle) distance from Ilkeston to each nearby city, calculated using the Haversine formula. Estimated travel time is based on a standard drive speed of 60 km/h. Use this data for delivery routing, courier zoning and last-mile logistics planning around England.

CityStateDirectionDistance (km)Distance (mi)Drive Est.Map
AwsworthEnglandNE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
KimberleyEnglandNE3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
West HallamEnglandW3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
EastwoodEnglandN3 km2 mi~3m🗺 View
HeanorEnglandNW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View
SmalleyEnglandNW6 km4 mi~6m🗺 View

Note: Distances are straight-line (great-circle) between city centers. Actual road distances and travel times will vary based on route and traffic conditions.
Some cities listed above (particularly those on islands or across large water bodies) may not be reachable by direct road — ferry or air travel may be required for those destinations.

🚗 Distance from Ilkeston to Capitals

STATE CAPITAL • London
181 km (113 mi)
SE of Ilkeston • ~3h 1m drive (straight-line)
NATIONAL CAPITAL • London
181 km (113 mi)
SE of Ilkeston • ~3h 1m drive (straight-line)

🏙️ GPS Coordinates of Major Cities in England

Find exact latitude, longitude and elevation for the largest cities in England, the home state of Ilkeston, along with each city's aerial distance from London, England's state capital. Handy reference data for routing, delivery zone mapping and GIS software.

City NameLatitudeLongitudeElevationDist. from State CapitalMap & Coords
London51.5085° N-0.1257° W25 m0 km🗺 View Map
Birmingham52.4814° N-1.8998° W149 m163 km🗺 View Map
Manchester53.481° N-2.2374° W51 m262 km🗺 View Map
Sheffield53.383° N-1.4659° W75 m227 km🗺 View Map
Leeds53.7965° N-1.5479° W50 m272 km🗺 View Map
Liverpool53.4106° N-2.9779° W30 m286 km🗺 View Map
Bristol51.4552° N-2.5967° W21 m171 km🗺 View Map
Leicester52.6386° N-1.1317° W65 m143 km🗺 View Map
Bradford53.7939° N-1.7521° W110 m277 km🗺 View Map
Coventry52.4066° N-1.5122° W89 m138 km🗺 View Map
Neighbouring Countries
✈️ Nearest Airport
East Midlands Airport
IATA: EMA
16 km (10 mi) from Ilkeston
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🌍 Ilkeston Map Guide – Location Intelligence & Geographic Reference

📍 Why GPS Coordinates of Ilkeston Matter

The exact GPS location of Ilkeston gives business professionals, delivery operators and site planners a fixed reference point inside England. These coordinates power satellite-based navigation, geofencing for local delivery fleets, sales territory boundaries and proximity checks for a new store or branch opening. All three coordinate formats β€” DD, DMS and DDM β€” are listed above for direct use across mapping tools. › Compare England state-level map data

📈 Coordinate Formats for Ilkeston Mapping

Decimal Degrees (DD) is the standard format used across web mapping APIs and dispatch software. DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) shows up in surveying records, printed maps and older GPS hardware still used by field crews. DDM (Degrees Decimal Minutes) is the go-to format for marine and aviation navigation. All three formats for Ilkeston are ready to paste straight into route planners, dispatch boards and geospatial software — see the full coordinate formats table above.

🗺 Satellite Map Uses for Ilkeston

The satellite view of Ilkeston lets you check street layout, building density, land use and access roads before committing to a decision. Real estate teams use it to scout plots and assess neighborhood growth. Field service and utility crews use it to plan site visits, coverage zones and installation routes ahead of time. › View the full United Kingdom map

🌎 Regional Position of Ilkeston in England

Ilkeston sits within England, United Kingdom, in the Europe region. Its position relative to other cities shapes trade flow, transport access and local market reach. Location intelligence from this mapping data supports territory planning, competitor proximity analysis and coverage-gap research. › Explore nearby cities

🚚 Logistics & Route Planning with Ilkeston Coordinates

Transportation and dispatch teams use GPS coordinates of Ilkeston for last-mile delivery routing, warehouse placement analysis and freight corridor optimization. The city center provides a reliable starting point for distance calculations, zone pricing models and delivery time estimates across England. › Browse every city in England

💻 Using Ilkeston Location Data in Business Platforms

Coordinates for Ilkeston in WGS84 decimal format are compatible with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap, Mapbox, ESRI ArcGIS and all major mapping platforms. Use them for geofencing, distance-based search, map overlays and location-based dashboards. Also useful for CRM territory assignment, field service scheduling and emergency response coordination in United Kingdom. › Country geolocation database

📊 How to Use Ilkeston Map Data

🔠 Copy & Use CoordinatesUse the latitude and longitude of Ilkeston directly in Google Maps, navigation apps, mapping software or API integrations. Three coordinate formats are listed for maximum compatibility across tools.
🚛 Explore Nearby CitiesUse the nearby cities tool to find every town and city close to Ilkeston. Ideal for coverage planning, cross-town logistics and regional market research.
🏝 Compare England CitiesAccess the full city directory for England ranked by population, area and density for precise site comparisons and territory planning.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions About Ilkeston Location & Map

📍 What are the GPS coordinates of Ilkeston?

The GPS coordinates of Ilkeston are latitude 52.9706° and longitude -1.3095°. In directional format: 52.9706° N, 1.3095° W. These coordinates mark the center of Ilkeston in England and work with Google Maps, OpenStreetMap and every major navigation app.

🌎 Where is Ilkeston located?

Ilkeston is a city in England, United Kingdom, on the continent of Europe. It falls within Derbyshire. View its exact position on the satellite map above or check nearby cities for regional context.

📈 What are the DMS coordinates of Ilkeston?

In DMS (Degrees Minutes Seconds) format, Ilkeston sits at: Latitude 52° 58' 14" N and Longitude 1° 18' 34" W. This format is common in surveying records, printed maps and legacy GPS hardware still used by field crews on site visits.

👥 What is the population of Ilkeston?

Ilkeston has a population of approximately 40,953 people. This is roughly 0.072% of England's total population. See the population rank and density figures above, or compare it against every city in England.

🗺 How can I view Ilkeston on a satellite map?

The interactive satellite map of Ilkeston is embedded on this page and shows streets, buildings and terrain. You can also enter the GPS coordinates 52.9706, -1.3095 directly into Google Maps, Apple Maps or any navigation app to locate Ilkeston in England. For broader context, explore the England state map or nearby cities.

✈️ What is the nearest airport to Ilkeston?

The nearest airport to Ilkeston is East Midlands Airport (EMA), roughly 16 km away. See the Nearest Airport card in the sidebar for the exact distance in kilometers and miles.

🚗 How far is Ilkeston from London?

Ilkeston is approximately 181 km (113 mi) from London, the capital of England, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Major Cities table above for distances from other cities in England.

⛰️ What is the elevation of Ilkeston?

Ilkeston sits at an elevation of approximately 103 meters (338 feet) above sea level — see the Geographic Profile above. Compare it against other cities in the Major Cities table for England.

🗺 Which cities are closest to Ilkeston?

The closest cities to Ilkeston include Awsworth, Kimberley, West Hallam. See the Geographic Intelligence panel above for the full list with distances, or the nearby cities tool for a complete breakdown.

☀️ What time does the sun rise and set in Ilkeston today?

Today in Ilkeston, sunrise is at 05:41 AM and sunset is at 08:38 PM, giving a day length of 14h 57m. See the Sunrise & Sunset panel above, calculated directly from Ilkeston's GPS coordinates and updated daily.

📍 How far is Ilkeston from the Equator?

Ilkeston is approximately 5,897 km (3,664 mi) from the Equator, in the northern hemisphere. It's also about 88 km from the Prime Meridian. See the Global Position panel above for the full breakdown.

🌐 What is on the exact opposite side of the Earth from Ilkeston?

The antipodal point of Ilkeston — the spot exactly opposite it through the Earth's center — falls nearest to Papatowai, New Zealand, roughly 971 km from the true antipode. Since about 71% of the Earth's surface is ocean, most antipodal points land in open water rather than on a named city.

🚗 How far is Ilkeston from London, the capital of United Kingdom?

Ilkeston is approximately 181 km (113 mi) SE of London, the national capital of United Kingdom, measured as a straight-line distance between city centers. See the Distance to Capitals card above.