Stoke Population 2026
Stoke has a population of 20,260, making it the #38 biggest city in 🇳🇿 New Zealand, located in Nelson Region. Roughly 0.4% of New Zealand's population lives here. It is about 76× smaller than Auckland, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
20,260
Rank in New Zealand
#38
Coordinates
41.32°S, 173.23°E
~31 m elevation · Pacific/Auckland
Distance to capital (Wellington)
129 km
80 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Nelson Region
| City | Population | Rank in New Zealand |
|---|---|---|
| Nelson | 54,400 | #17 |
Cities near Stoke
- Richmond19,950 people · ~5 km away
- Nelson54,400 people · ~7 km away
- Blenheim29,800 people · ~64 km away
- Wellington381,900 people · ~129 km away
- Porirua61,500 people · ~137 km away
- Lower Hutt114,200 people · ~141 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Stoke?
Stoke has a population of 20,260 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #38 biggest city in New Zealand.
What region is Stoke in?
Stoke is located in Nelson Region, New Zealand.
Is Stoke the capital of New Zealand?
No, the capital of New Zealand is Wellington, about 129 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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