TV channels & antenna towers in London, Ohio
London has 29 TV transmitters within 70 miles, carrying ABC, CBS, NBC, CW, ION and Telemundo. About 22 stations should come in at fair strength or better with a suitable antenna. The closest tower is WOOH-LD, 16 miles to the ENE.
Network channels in London
| Station | Channel | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CWWWHOCW | 53 | 23 mi | 81° E | Strong | Chillicothe, OH |
| TLMWQMC-LDTelemundo | 23.3 | 23 mi | 81° E | Fair | Columbus, OH |
| ABCWSYXABC | 6 | 23 mi | 81° E | Good | Columbus, OH |
| NBCWCMH-TVNBC | 4 | 23 mi | 75° ENE | Strong | Columbus, OH |
| CBSWBNS-TVCBS | 10 | 23 mi | 75° ENE | Strong | Columbus, OH |
| IONWCPX-LDION | 38 | 29 mi | 67° ENE | Fair | Columbus, OH |
| CBSWHIO-TVCBS | 7 | 44 mi | 256° WSW | Good | Dayton, OH |
| ABCWKEFABC | 22 | 44 mi | 256° WSW | Good | Dayton, OH |
| NBCWDTNNBC | 2 | 44 mi | 255° WSW | Good | Dayton, OH |
| IONWKOI-TVION | 43 | 44 mi | 255° WSW | Good | Richmond, IN |
| CWWBDTCW | 26 | 44 mi | 255° WSW | Good | Springfield, OH |
| ABCWAMS-CDABC | 35 | 59 mi | 306° NW | Poor | Minster/New Bremen, OH |
Over-the-air TV in London
London is a city of about 10,100 people in Ohio. There are 29 licensed TV transmitters within 70 miles: 14 full-power, 7 Class A and 8 low-power. Based on each transmitter's power, antenna height and distance, 22 are likely to arrive at fair strength or better, and 13 at good or strong strength.
By distance, 13 transmitters are within 25 miles, 14 between 25 and 45 miles, and 2 farther out. Five of the 12 network stations in range are licensed to Columbus, so most of the network channels you will find here come from Columbus's stations.
The strongest network signals here are ABC on channel 6 (WSYX), CBS on channel 10 (WBNS-TV), NBC on channel 4 (WCMH-TV), CW on channel 53 (WWHO), ION on channel 43 (WKOI-TV) and Telemundo on channel 23.3 (WQMC-LD). No Fox affiliate is listed within 70 miles; the nearest one in our data is WLIO in Lima, OH, 71 miles to the northwest. Spanish-language viewers can pick up Telemundo (fair signal). 5 full-power stations in range have no network listed in our data; these are typically public television, religious, shopping or independent stations.
Which way to point your antenna in London
Point your antenna ENE, at about 77°. The main network towers for London sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
Five network stations, WHIO-TV, WKEF, WDTN, WKOI-TV and WBDT, transmit from the same tower site about 44 miles west of London (256° WSW). Point at that site and a single antenna setting picks them all up.
Of the 9 full-power and Class A network signals that reach London at fair strength or better, 56% arrive from the west; the rest are spread across one other direction.
All of the main network towers are within their radio horizon as seen from London, so signals arrive fairly directly and a well-placed antenna should hold them steadily.
Antenna and amplifier advice for London
The farthest main network tower for London is WCMH-TV (NBC), 23 miles away with a strong estimated signal. That is why we suggest an indoor antenna here. If you only watch the closer stations, a smaller antenna may do.
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Other stations near London
Full-power independents, low-power stations and translators that relay a bigger station's signal.
| Station | Distance | Point antenna | Est. signal | Licensed to |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| WOOH-LDLow power | 16 mi | 58° ENE | Fair | Zanesville, OH |
| WDEM-CDClass A | 23 mi | 81° E | Fair | Columbus, OH |
| WTTEFull power | 23 mi | 81° E | Strong | Columbus, OH |
| WSFJ-TVFull power | 23 mi | 75° ENE | Fair | London, OH |
| WCLL-CDClass A | 23 mi | 75° ENE | Fair | Columbus, OH |
| W17EB-DLow power | 23 mi | 75° ENE | Fair | Columbus, OH |
| WGCT-CDClass A | 23 mi | 75° ENE | Weak | Columbus, OH |
| WCSN-LDLow power | 24 mi | 68° ENE | Fair | Columbus, OH |
| WCBZ-CDClass A | 29 mi | 57° ENE | Fair | Columbus, OH |
| WOSU-TVFull power | 34 mi | 56° NE | Good | Columbus, OH |
| WOCB-CDClass A | 36 mi | 35° NE | Weak | Marion, OH |
| WPTDFull power | 44 mi | 255° WSW | Good | Dayton, OH |
| WRGT-TVFull power | 44 mi | 256° WSW | Good | Dayton, OH |
| WLWD-LDLow power | 44 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Dayton, OH |
| WZCD-LDLow power | 44 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Dayton, OH |
| WRCX-LDLow power | 44 mi | 256° WSW | Poor | Dayton, OH |
| WXCB-CDClass A | 53 mi | 18° NNE | Poor | Delaware, OH |
How London compares with the rest of Ohio
With 22 stations at fair strength or better, London ranks 135th of 686 places in Ohio: more than the typical Ohio town (18). Its nearest major network tower is 23 miles away, against a state median of 16 miles.
27% of Ohio's cities and towns get the same recommendation: an indoor antenna. The nearest larger city is Hilliard, 18 miles away.
Setting up an antenna in London: step by step
- Place the antenna high on a window or wall that faces the towers. Upstairs is better than downstairs.
- Point it toward 75° ENE, the direction of WCMH-TV (NBC), 23 miles away. Closer stations usually come in even off-axis.
- Run a full channel scan on your TV (usually Settings → Channels → Auto program; the name varies by brand).
- Expect around 22 stations, each with a few subchannels. If one you want is missing, turn the antenna 5–10° toward it and scan again.
- Rescan every few months, or whenever a channel disappears; stations occasionally change frequency.
Frequently asked questions
What channel is ABC in London, OH?
ABC is on channel 6 from WSYX, broadcasting from 23 miles E of London. Estimated signal: good.
What channel is CBS in London, OH?
CBS is on channel 10 from WBNS-TV, broadcasting from 23 miles ENE of London. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is NBC in London, OH?
NBC is on channel 4 from WCMH-TV, broadcasting from 23 miles ENE of London. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is CW in London, OH?
CW is on channel 53 from WWHO, broadcasting from 23 miles E of London. Estimated signal: strong.
What channel is Telemundo in London, OH?
Telemundo is on channel 23.3 from WQMC-LD, broadcasting from 23 miles E of London. Estimated signal: fair.
How many channels can I get with an antenna in London?
29 transmitters within 70 miles of London; around 22 of them are likely to be receivable with indoor antenna. Each station usually carries several subchannels, so the total channel count after a scan is higher.
Which direction should I point my TV antenna in London?
Point your antenna ENE, at about 77°. The main network towers for London sit in that direction, so a single directional antenna can pick them all up.
What kind of antenna do I need in London?
Indoor antenna (up to ~25 miles). The main towers are close. A flat indoor antenna near a window facing the towers should pull in the major networks.
Do I need an antenna amplifier in London?
An amplifier only helps here if you run a long cable (over about 50 feet) or split the antenna to several TVs. Otherwise better placement does more. See the amplifier guide.
Is there an app to find TV towers in London?
Yes. The free RCA Signal Finder app for iPhone and Android uses your phone's GPS and compass to show which way each tower is from where you stand.
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- Mechanicsburg14 mi
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- Hilliard18 mi
- Grove City19 mi
- Northridge19 mi
- Springfield19 mi
- Upper Arlington22 mi
- Urbana22 mi
- Grandview Heights23 mi
- Dublin23 mi
- North Lewisburg24 mi
- Washington Court House24 mi
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- Marysville25 mi
- Worthington27 mi
- Powell27 mi
- Bexley28 mi
- Xenia29 mi
- Sabina29 mi
- Groveport30 mi
- Whitehall30 mi
- Fairborn31 mi
More: all TV stations in Ohio · Midwest region · antenna buying guide · how to aim an antenna. Distances are straight-line from the center of London; signal estimates ignore terrain.