Basingstoke Population 2026
Basingstoke has a population of 107,642, making it the #95 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 83× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
107,642
Rank in United Kingdom
#95
Coordinates
51.26°N, 1.09°W
~96 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
72 km
45 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 Basingstoke
- Thatcham25,464 people · ~20 km away
- Lower Earley32,000 people · ~22 km away
- Newbury33,065 people · ~23 km away
- Sandhurst20,803 people · ~23 km away
- Reading318,014 people · ~23 km away
- Farnborough60,652 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Basingstoke?
Basingstoke has a population of 107,642 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #95 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Basingstoke in?
Basingstoke is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Basingstoke the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 72 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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