Sha Tin Population 2026
Sha Tin has a population of 495,200, making it the #3 biggest city in 🇭🇰 Hong Kong, located in Sha Tin. Roughly 6.7% of Hong Kong's population lives here. It is about 15× smaller than Hong Kong, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
495,200
Rank in Hong Kong
#3
Coordinates
22.38°N, 114.18°E
~115 m elevation · Asia/Hong_Kong
Distance to capital (Hong Kong)
12 km
7 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sha Tin
| City | Population | Rank in Hong Kong |
|---|---|---|
| Ma On Shan | 215,200 | #13 |
| Sha Tin Wai | 80,000 | #21 |
| Siu Lek Yuen | 57,349 | #26 |
| Wu Kai Sha | 23,511 | #56 |
| Fo Tan | 22,127 | #59 |
| Tai Wai | 19,924 | #70 |
| Shui Chuen O | 19,719 | #73 |
| Keng Hau | 18,707 | #86 |
Cities near Sha Tin
- Tai Wai19,924 people · ~1 km away
- Sha Tin Wai80,000 people · ~2 km away
- Fo Tan22,127 people · ~2 km away
- Shui Chuen O19,719 people · ~2 km away
- Keng Hau18,707 people · ~2 km away
- Siu Lek Yuen57,349 people · ~3 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sha Tin?
Sha Tin has a population of 495,200 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #3 biggest city in Hong Kong.
What region is Sha Tin in?
Sha Tin is located in Sha Tin, Hong Kong.
Is Sha Tin the capital of Hong Kong?
No, the capital of Hong Kong is City of Victoria, about 12 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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