Sha Tin Wai Population 2026
Sha Tin Wai has a population of 80,000, making it the #21 biggest city in 🇭🇰 Hong Kong, located in Sha Tin. Roughly 1.1% of Hong Kong's population lives here. It is about 92× smaller than Hong Kong, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
80,000
Rank in Hong Kong
#21
Coordinates
22.38°N, 114.20°E
~18 m elevation · Asia/Hong_Kong
Distance to capital (Hong Kong)
11 km
7 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Sha Tin
| City | Population | Rank in Hong Kong |
|---|---|---|
| Sha Tin | 495,200 | #3 |
| Ma On Shan | 215,200 | #13 |
| 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 Wai
- Shui Chuen O19,719 people · ~1 km away
- Sha Tin495,200 people · ~2 km away
- Siu Lek Yuen57,349 people · ~2 km away
- Tai Wai19,924 people · ~2 km away
- Fo Tan22,127 people · ~2 km away
- Keng Hau18,707 people · ~3 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Sha Tin Wai?
Sha Tin Wai has a population of 80,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #21 biggest city in Hong Kong.
What region is Sha Tin Wai in?
Sha Tin Wai is located in Sha Tin, Hong Kong.
Is Sha Tin Wai the capital of Hong Kong?
No, the capital of Hong Kong is City of Victoria, about 11 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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