Barnsley Population 2026
Barnsley has a population of 71,447, making it the #151 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.1% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 125× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
71,447
Rank in United Kingdom
#151
Coordinates
53.55°N, 1.48°W
~112 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
245 km
152 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 Barnsley
- Darton21,345 people · ~5 km away
- Hoyland Nether15,842 people · ~6 km away
- Wombwell15,518 people · ~7 km away
- Chapeltown23,056 people · ~9 km away
- Wath upon Dearne16,964 people · ~10 km away
- Rawmarsh18,498 people · ~14 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Barnsley?
Barnsley has a population of 71,447 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #151 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Barnsley in?
Barnsley is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Barnsley the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 245 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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