Barking Population 2026
Barking has a population of 218,534, making it the #36 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.3% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 41× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
218,534
Rank in United Kingdom
#36
Coordinates
51.53°N, 0.08°E
~6 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
15 km
9 miles, straight line
Other big cities in England
| City | Population | Rank in United Kingdom |
|---|---|---|
| London | 8,961,989 | #1 |
| Birmingham | 1,157,603 | #2 |
| Manchester | 568,996 | #4 |
| Sheffield | 556,500 | #5 |
| Leeds | 536,280 | #6 |
| Liverpool | 496,770 | #8 |
| Bristol | 479,024 | #9 |
| Leicester | 368,600 | #11 |
Cities near Barking
- Bexley228,000 people · ~11 km away
- Islington319,143 people · ~13 km away
- South Ockendon22,440 people · ~14 km away
- London8,961,989 people · ~15 km away
- City of Westminster247,614 people · ~16 km away
- Grays89,755 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Barking?
Barking has a population of 218,534 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #36 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Barking in?
Barking is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Barking the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 15 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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