Bournemouth Population 2026
Bournemouth has a population of 163,600, making it the #53 biggest city in 🇬🇧 United Kingdom, located in England. Roughly 0.2% of United Kingdom's population lives here. It is about 55× smaller than London, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
163,600
Rank in United Kingdom
#53
Coordinates
50.72°N, 1.88°W
~19 m elevation · Europe/London
Distance to capital (London)
151 km
94 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 Bournemouth
- Christchurch31,372 people · ~7 km away
- Poole151,500 people · ~7 km away
- Ferndown17,650 people · ~10 km away
- Wimborne Minster15,552 people · ~10 km away
- Dorchester16,879 people · ~39 km away
- Southampton269,781 people · ~39 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Bournemouth?
Bournemouth has a population of 163,600 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #53 biggest city in United Kingdom.
What region is Bournemouth in?
Bournemouth is located in England, United Kingdom.
Is Bournemouth the capital of United Kingdom?
No, the capital of United Kingdom is London, about 151 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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