Aberdare Population 2026
Aberdare has a population of 31,135, making it the #398 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Wales. It is about 288× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
31,135
Rank in United Kingdom
#398
Coordinates
51.71°N, 3.45°W
~135 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
231 km
143 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Wales
Cities near Aberdare
- Rhondda69,506 people · ~6 km away
- Merthyr Tydfil43,820 people · ~6 km away
- Tonypandy62,545 people · ~10 km away
- Gelligaer17,376 people · ~14 km away
- Pontypridd31,206 people · ~15 km away
- Blackwood15,476 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Aberdare?
Aberdare has a population of 31,135 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #398 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Aberdare in?
Aberdare is located in Wales, United Kingdom.
Is Aberdare the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 231 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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