Blackburn Population 2026
Blackburn has a population of 146,521, making it the #65 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 61× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
146,521
Rank in United Kingdom
#65
Coordinates
53.75°N, 2.48°W
~121 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
296 km
184 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 Blackburn
- Darwen32,566 people · ~6 km away
- Preston313,332 people · ~15 km away
- Rossendale67,400 people · ~15 km away
- Ramsbottom17,067 people · ~16 km away
- Horwich18,696 people · ~17 km away
- Burnley149,422 people · ~17 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Blackburn?
Blackburn has a population of 146,521 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #65 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Blackburn in?
Blackburn is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Blackburn the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 296 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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