Bedford Population 2026
Bedford has a population of 106,940, making it the #97 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 84× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
106,940
Rank in United Kingdom
#97
Coordinates
52.13°N, 0.47°W
~30 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
73 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 Bedford
- Kempston19,873 people · ~3 km away
- Kempston Hardwick20,000 people · ~5 km away
- Ampthill20,026 people · ~12 km away
- Biggleswade16,551 people · ~15 km away
- Saint Neots30,811 people · ~16 km away
- Newport Pagnell15,067 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bedford?
Bedford has a population of 106,940 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #97 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Bedford in?
Bedford is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Bedford the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 73 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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