Basford Population 2026
Basford has a population of 16,000, making it the #758 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. It is about 560× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
16,000
Rank in United Kingdom
#758
Coordinates
52.97°N, 1.18°W
~35 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
177 km
110 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 Basford
- Nottingham323,632 people · ~3 km away
- Arnold37,873 people · ~5 km away
- West Bridgford36,487 people · ~6 km away
- Ilkeston40,953 people · ~8 km away
- Long Eaton47,898 people · ~10 km away
- Mansfield171,958 people · ~19 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Basford?
Basford has a population of 16,000 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #758 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Basford in?
Basford is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Basford the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 177 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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