Blackwood Population 2026
Blackwood has a population of 15,476, making it the #786 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in Wales. It is about 579× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
15,476
Rank in United Kingdom
#786
Coordinates
51.67°N, 3.21°W
~227 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
214 km
133 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Wales
Cities near Blackwood
- Gelligaer17,376 people · ~3 km away
- Risca20,443 people · ~10 km away
- Caerphilly31,060 people · ~10 km away
- Pontypridd31,206 people · ~12 km away
- Pontypool35,686 people · ~12 km away
- Ebbw Vale33,068 people · ~12 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Blackwood?
Blackwood has a population of 15,476 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #786 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Blackwood in?
Blackwood is located in Wales, United Kingdom.
Is Blackwood the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 214 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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