Basildon Population 2026
Basildon has a population of 144,859, making it the #68 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 62× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
144,859
Rank in United Kingdom
#68
Coordinates
51.57°N, 0.46°E
~31 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
41 km
25 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 Basildon
- Stanford-le-Hope29,525 people · ~5 km away
- Grays89,755 people · ~14 km away
- South Ockendon22,440 people · ~14 km away
- Southend-on-Sea295,310 people · ~18 km away
- Chelmsford111,511 people · ~19 km away
- Rochester28,671 people · ~20 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Basildon?
Basildon has a population of 144,859 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #68 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Basildon in?
Basildon is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Basildon the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 41 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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